ARTIST:.......: Chronotope Project TITLE:........: Lotus Rising TYPE:.........: Retail GENRE:........: Ambient LANG:.........: English QUALITY:......: 245 kbps / 44.1 kHz / Joint Stereo CODEC.........: LAME 3.100 -V0 SOURCE:.......: WEB TRACKS:.......: 8 SIZE:.........: 108.17 LENGTH........: 00:58:52 URL:..........: http://ambientelectronic.bandcamp.com/album/lotus-rising RELEASE YEAR:.: 2018-00-00 RIP DATE:.....: 2020-01-24 T R A C K L I S T -------------------- 1. Crossing The Great Water 9:03 2. Lotus Rising 7:54 3. Zazen 6:41 4. Opening The Hand Of Thought 8:12 5. A Prayer For Tenderness 5:34 6. Gateless Gate 4:29 7. Mountains Are Mountains, Rivers Are Rivers 3:59 8. Homage To The Three Jewels 13:00 ----- Total 58:52 min R E L E A S E N O T E S ------------------------- LOTUS RISING, Chronotope Projectæs fourth album on the Spotted Peccary label, is a series of musical reflections on Zen Buddhism. The ambient electronic character of the album is deeply rooted in lush synth textures and mesmerizing sequenced electronics, naturally flowing together to create mystical soundspaces seasoned with cello, Irish whistle, twenty-four string Harpejji, hand percussion, and natural field recordings. The wonderfully mysterious soundscapes of LOTUS RISING glide meaningfully through atmospheric undercurrents that range from murky and enigmatic to angelic and serene, providing a thought-provoking deep listening experience that evolves continuously with the passing of each moment. Drawn from composer Jeffrey Ericson Allenæs thirty years of study and practice of Zen, LOTUS RISING focuses on the poignant image of the lotus flower û which ascends from the murky depths of desire and attachment to bloom in the light of realization û as BuddhismÆs most recognizable symbol. The albumÆs eight tracks tell the story of an aspirantÆs journey of self-actualization on the Buddha Way, stressing the importance of the moment. Allen explains, ôZen emphasizes the identity of practice and realization. Practice is not a æmeansÆ to awakening; it is awakening itself, just as music is not a means to reach the end of a piece, but an evolving expression in time, in which each moment expresses an aspect of the whole.ö The rich textures and vibrant electronic sequences are hallmark elements of the Chronotope Project style, and those familiar with previous works by the artist will recognize the plaintive flute or voice-like sound of the musical protagonist that guides the listener through the course of the album. This instrument, the Hakken Continuum Fingerbooard, is a uniquely expressive synthesizer that anchors the listener in the journey and gives musical expression to the protagonistÆs quest for expansion and self-surrender on the imaginative voyage through LOTUS RISING. With itÆs many layered textures, melodic moments, and hypnotic rhythms, LOTUS RISING has much to offer the casual listener as well as those who delve more deeply, and its meaningful musical journey is sure to leave a lasting impression that will touch and inspire all. released November 23, 2018 ___/ <--Zz-- MOLNIYA --zZ /_______________________________________________ We Don't Need Sites/Friends _______________________________________________/ zZ-- MOLNIYA --Zz--> /___