{"id":12518,"date":"2023-10-17T09:51:01","date_gmt":"2023-10-17T08:51:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.progradar.org\/?p=12518"},"modified":"2026-08-21T16:08:52","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T15:08:52","slug":"ozric-tentacles-unveil-visualiser-for-title-track-lotus-unfolding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progradar.co.uk\/index.php\/2023\/10\/17\/ozric-tentacles-unveil-visualiser-for-title-track-lotus-unfolding\/","title":{"rendered":"OZRIC TENTACLES UNVEIL VISUALISER FOR TITLE TRACK? LOTUS UNFOLDING?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/progradar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cover-x3000.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"762\" height=\"762\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/progradar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cover-x3000.jpg?resize=762%2C762&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12519\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ALBUM OUT OCTOBER 20<sup>th<\/sup> VIA KSCOPE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having returned with their announcement of their new album previously, fans at long last can hear the first sample of what to expect on the up-coming <strong>Ozric<\/strong> <strong>Tentacles<\/strong> release  Lotus Unfolding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iMnQiB8KKBQ?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today the band have made available a beautiful visualiser that takes us inside the world of  Lotus Unfolding. Created by Matthew Vickerstaff (&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/matthew.vickerstaff\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;\/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/matthew_vickerstaff\/\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;), the video brings the psychedelic album art to life as we\u2019re transported into the wormhole of the magical realm of&nbsp;<strong>Ozric<\/strong><strong>Tentacles<\/strong>&nbsp;sonic creations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Musically the track brings signature elements of the band\u2019s sound to the forefront. Opening with the ethereal chimes and flutes as we\u2019re slowly transported into the sonic oasis of Lotus Unfolding, we\u2019re treated to beautiful acoustic passages before electronics open up for a cathartic guitar solo bringing the song to a musical crescendo before slowly returning back to the realms of consciousness as the song dissipates. Put simply, it\u2019s a trip!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The album was recorded, written and produced in their own Blue Bubble studio in Fife during 2022 \u2013 2023 by Ed Wynne with a little sonic help from Silas. Mastered by Adam Goodlet and illustrated with some nicely detailed ethereal artwork by Steve McKeown and Sally Clark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ozric Tentacles <\/strong>&nbsp;aural synapses buzz throughout the album to channel the band\u2019s limitless creativity, making&nbsp;<em>Lotus Unfolding<\/em>&nbsp;the perfect conduit of the spiritual and the physical.&nbsp;It\u2019s an essential addition to the band\u2019s catalogue.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Lotus Unfolding<\/em>&nbsp;is another sonically illustrated excursion through the musical realms the band have explored in their latest chapter.&nbsp;Album opener  Storm In A Teacup kicks the album off in spectacular style traversing the realms of time and space with flair and virtuosic poise. It\u2019s followed by the groove driven  Deep Blue Shade, whose melodies are vividly brought to life by trademark Ed Wynne exquisite guitar playing. This is swiftly accompanied by the serene title track &#8211; as close to a musical yoga session at the centre of the hippocampus you\u2019ll ever experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lotus Unfolding line up consists of Ed Wynne (Guitars, Synth and Bass) and Silas Wynne (Modular Synth and Keyboards) . Alongside Ed and Silas is Brandi Wynne (bass), Saskia Maxwell (Flute), Tim Wallander (Drums) and Paul Hankin (Percussion).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lotus Unfolding will be available on CD Digipak, Limited Marble LP with limited die cut sleeve, Blue LP also with limited die cut sleeve, Black LP and available digitally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preorder HERE&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ozrictentacles.lnk.to\/Lotus_Unfolding\">https:\/\/ozrictentacles.lnk.to\/Lotus_Unfolding<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coming up shortly,&nbsp;<strong>Ozric<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Tentacles<\/strong>&nbsp;will be bringing their signature brand of tripped out instrumental Rock to the masses alongside label mates Gong in November for an extensive UK tour that will pick back up in March of 2024, suitably titled  The Last Blast Tour.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick up tickets here:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ozrics.com\/live-shows\/\">https:\/\/ozrics.com\/live-shows\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>UK TOUR W\/ GONG \u2013 NOVEMBER 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">17<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Oxford, O2 Academy2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">18<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;London, O2 Forum&nbsp;<em>with The Crazy World of Arthur Brown<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">19<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Manchester, O2 Ritz<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">20<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Sheffield, O2 Academy2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">21<sup>st<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Colchester, Arts Centre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">23<sup>rd<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Northampton, Roadmenders<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">24<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Bristol, O2 Academy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">25<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Gloucester, Guildhall<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">26<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Birmingham, O2 Academy2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">28<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Brighton, Chalk<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">29<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Norwich, Epic Studios<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">30<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;November&nbsp;?&nbsp;Bournemouth, O2 Academy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1<sup>st<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;December&nbsp;?&nbsp;From, Cheese &amp; Grain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;December&nbsp;?&nbsp;Liverpool, O2 Academy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>UK TOUR W\/ GONG? MARCH 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">7<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March &#8211; Exeter, The Phoenix<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">8<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March &#8211; Falmouth, Princess Pavilion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">9<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March &#8211; Lyme Regis, Marine Theatre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March &#8211; Cardiff, The Globe<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">11<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Swansea, Patti Pavilion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">13<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Southampton, The 1865<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">14<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Margate, Dreamland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">15<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Hull, The Welly<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">16<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Nottingham, Rescue Rooms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">17<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Stockton-on-Tees, Georgian Theatre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">18<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Lincoln, Engine Shed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">20<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Leeds, Brudenell Social Club<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">21<sup>st<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Newcastle, University<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">22<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Glasgow, St. Luke\u2019s<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">23<sup>rd<\/sup>&nbsp;March \u2013 Edinburgh, Summerhall<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About&nbsp;<strong>Ozric<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Tentacles<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most influential bands to emerge from the UK\u2019s festival scene, Ozric Tentacles formed during the solstice at Stonehenge Free Fesetival 1983, going on to become psychedelic staples at Glastonbury and other festivals. The creative vision of multi-instrumentalist Ed Wynne, the Ozrics uniquely trippy soundscapes connect fans of progressive rock, psychedelia and dance music culture.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ALBUM OUT OCTOBER 20th VIA KSCOPE Having returned with their announcement of their new album previously, fans at long last can hear the first sample of what to expect on the up-coming Ozric Tentacles release Lotus Unfolding. Today the band have made available a beautiful visualiser that takes us inside the world of Lotus Unfolding. 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