Album Type: Full Length
Date Released:
04th
October 2014
Label:
Self Released/Torn Flesh Records
The Word Of
God - track listing:
1.Redemption 06:41
2.Soul of Man 06:14
3.The Word of God
07:13
4.Open Arms 06:28
5.Scourge 05:18
Bio
In late 2013 Members
of Maidens, Northless, and Ellis came together to bring you riffs
pulling from Sludge, Desert Rock, Drone, and Eastern influences.
Members
Brandon Bocian -
Vocals
Nick Willkomm -
Guitar
Kyle O'Donnell -
Bass
Brian Brown- Drums
Nick Elert - Synth
Review:
Lotus
Ash members are from some very heavy bands that you maybe aware of.
So you don't have to question the pedigree of this great band as
their debut album is the real deal to give you all the answers you
need. The Word Of God is 30 mins of pure distorted noise that
ventures the realms of Sludge, Stoner, Drone, Doom Metal and even
Desert Rock for one heavy intense album that is going to cause a stir
in the Sludge/Stoner Metal world.
'The
Word Of God is a progressive and highly inventive album. Sure, the
riffs can be compared to Mastodon, Red Fang, Baroness and Sleep but
look further amongst the music as you will be drowned in Eastern
influences and vibes. The instrumental work is pure chaos through out
as Lotus Ash have written highly impressive riffs to match the
thought provoking lyrics that each of the 5 songs contains. The Word
Of God is more about the journey than the actual experience as the
band take you on a spiritual quest to find out what really is The
Word Of God. There is no correct answer as everyone's journey will be
different.
The
first two tracks - Redemption and Soul Of Man - prove Lotus Ash write
intelligent and thought provoking songs packed with heavy riffs that
feel fresh, exciting and most importantly original. Lotus Ash create
a bleak and desolate atmosphere with each song that make you feel
uncomfortable at times. Though if you want to rock out then you can
do that as well. Lotus Ash leave no expense spared in the riffs dept.
The albums standout track has to be the title track - The Word Of
God. A song that sees Lotus Ash lay down some brilliant dual vocals
that remain harsh and violent as the distorted noises the band
perform for the next 7 minutes. This is where the drone-based aspect
of the album corrupts the serene desert rock vibe and turns it into a
more dangerous sound to crush your hopes and dreams.
If
you want something different to listen to and challenge you at the
same time then Lotus Ash is the band for you. The Word Of God is a
stunning debut album that has came out of nowhere and impressed me
greatly. To the point that this album will be in my top 10 records of
2014. That is how good this album is. It may only run for 30 mins or
so but it feels twice as long. It is one of those albums where you
discover something new every time you listen to it. The Word Of God
is an absolute work of genius. It is a thought-provoking ride that
you will be listening to for a long time to come.
Just
headover to BandCamp and download this album now as it is available
for Buy Now Download on BandCamp and Free Download from this link. This is a must
have album. So get downloading now. I
hope some fine independent record label releases this album on Vinyl
as it will sell out in no time at all.
Brilliant.
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Written by: Steve Howe
Written by: Steve Howe
