There are at least two bands with the name Black Lotus: 1 - The foundations of Black Lotus were laid when Lindsay A. Kerr started writing songs in 2002. By the summer of 2005 several others became involved to collaborate on the distinct musical vision and Black Lotus, as a band, was born. By December of that year the band recorded nine songs for what was to become their debut album "Light Subsides", in their hometown of Victoria, British Columbia. Chinese label Dying Empylver Productions released the album in late 2006. At the core of Black Lotus' inspiration lie the beautiful landscapes and wilderness of their surroundings on Vancouver Island. The heart of the Pacific Northwest, formed by a perfect harmony of mountain, forest and ocean. The band's music, atmospheric black metal with a melancholic folk feel, is paired up with its visual representation; the artwork of Lindsay A Kerr. A three song promotional EP called "The Great Mortality" caught the attention of Canadian BLEAK ART RECORDS, who signed the band for their sophomore album. The band recorded and mixed their second effort in the spring and summer of 2008. "Harvest of Seasons" was released the following October. Offical Site: http://blacklotusmusic.net 2 - Black Lotus is a Barcelona-based Heavy-Doom band. Official Site: orderoftheblacklotus.bandcamp.com Barcelona-based Heavy Doom Metal band BLACK LOTUS released their debut album 'Sons of Saturn' October 19th 2018 through Inverse Records. Watch the Studio recording teaser here: youtu.be/nN3a6fAVqfE Black Lotus was founded by Hug Ballesta in 2015. After consolidating the right line-up, the band headed to the Moontower Studios end 2017 to early 2018 for the recording and mixing of the album by Javi Félez. The mastering was done by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege, Portland, Oregon. Charlie Gotaskull comments: "We are very excited for the release of the album. Reviews so far have been incredibly positive. Now we are willing to see how the album is received by the audience and their level of acceptance. Hope it does as well as album reviews did." The band is thrilled about the critics’ responses so far, with reviews’ scores on the range of 7.5 to 9 out of 10, from important channels, sites and online radios worldwide. Christian Vil adds: “Our goal is to get people to listen to our music, so over the next months we will focus on maximizing album distribution and defending it in as many live shows as possible. We want to attract gig promoters and live show bookers for our inclusion in their rosters and multiplying live performances.” Black Lotus' sound is grounded in the diverse influences of the band members. Traditional Heavy Metal is the common factor and driving force of the band, but alternative sounds of the 90s, Stoner Rock, Doom Metal and post metal genres are also elements in its crucible. Their compositions are embracing all those influences without limitations or dogmas. Likewise, lyrics are eminently symbolic, expressing a dystopic vision of society and their view of the world. Classic mythology, occultism, and personal experiences and personal visions are the sources for their compositions.