Lotus – Santana – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Originally released only in Japan, ‘Lotus’ by Santana is a dazzling document of the band’s 1973 tour, capturing the group at a thrilling creative crossroads. Recorded live in Osaka, this triple-LP set is a swirling soundscape where Carlos Santana’s searing guitar melds with jazz, Latin percussion, and Eastern influences, all within extended improvisations that push the boundaries of rock. The line-up—featuring jazz keyboardist Tom Coster and percussionist Armando Peraza—brings a propulsive energy to every track, making each side a different facet of Santana’s global vision. ‘Lotus’ isn’t just a concert, it’s a transcendental experience: the band’s renditions of classics like ‘Black Magic Woman’ are completely reimagined, while lesser-known gems unfold into sprawling, hypnotic jams. The album’s adventurous spirit and sonic clarity have earned it legendary status among audiophiles and collectors. For those who value boundary-pushing musicianship and the palpable electricity of a band at their peak, this is an essential listen—a record that rewards deep, attentive exploration and stands as a testament to Santana’s power to unite disparate musical worlds. Owning ‘Lotus’ is like holding a piece of rock history’s most vivid, exploratory chapter.

Track List:
A1 – Meditation – 1:40
A2 – Going Home – 3:53
A3 – A-1 Funk – 3:12
A4 – Every Step Of The Way – 11:41
B1 – Black Magic Woman – 3:52
B2 – Gypsy Queen – 3:52
B3 – Oye Como Va – 5:46
B4 – Yours Is The Light – 5:31
B5 – Batukada – 0:54
B6 – Xibaba (She-Ba-Ba) – 4:23
C1 – Stone Flower (Introduction) – 1:23
C2 – Waiting – 4:07
C3 – Castillos De Arena, Part 1 (Sand Castle) – 2:56
C4 – Free Angela – 4:45
C5 – Samba De Sausalito – 3:44
D1 – Mantra – 7:17
D2 – Kyoto – 10:00
D3 – Castillos De Arena, Part 2 (Sand Castle) – 1:11
D4 – Se A Cabo – 5:22
E1 – Samba Pa Ti – 9:31
E2 – Mr. Udo – 3:06
E3 – Toussaint L’Overture – 7:44
F – Incident At Neshabur – 17:15