The Lotus Effect cover

The Lotus Effect

Sun Caged · 2011

71 min · 14 tracks · progressive metal

Intricate guitar work and dynamic rhythms intertwine with ethereal vocals, crafting a labyrinth of progressive metal soundscapes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Seamripper (& The Blanket Statement) — This opening track features intricate guitar solos intertwined with heavy rhythmic shifts, setting the tone for the album's exploration of complexity and depth.
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    Lotus — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of transformation and rebirth through its shifting dynamics and contemplative lyrics, making it a standout moment.
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    Ashes to Earn — This song combines catchy melodies with thought-provoking lyrics, showcasing the band's ability to balance accessibility with progressive intricacy.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Seamripper (& The Blanket Statement) 8:13
  • 2 Tip-Toe the Fault-Line 6:57
  • 3 Ashes to Earn 5:18
  • 4 Shades of Hades 5:43
  • 5 Reductio Ad Absurdum 6:18
  • 6 On Again / Off Again 7:25
  • 7 Lotus 6:17
  • 8 Pareidolized (The Ocean in the Shell) 10:00
  • 9 Parasol 1:43
  • 10 Wave the Banner 1:41
  • 11 Fish Afraid of Drowning 2:14
  • 12 Moebius Knot 2:26
  • 13 Full Circle 1:55
  • 14 Let It Wash Away (The Lotus Effect) 5:49

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