Lotusland by Rick Genge

Welcome To Lotusland

Rick Genge's sublime solo album "Lotusland" conjures up early Carlos Santana and Jesse Cook virtuosity with a jazz-influenced, smooth Latin feel that is primarily acoustic and utterly irresistible. These songs implore you to bring out another pitcher and get comfortable on some sunny patio with good friends; maybe even bust a move en route to the barbecue.

Genge's impressive multi-instrumental performances are infused with the same joyful genius he's brought to his previous albums but this time, his melodic solos soar over rockin' beats performed by drummer Wes Anderson, giving Lotusland the steamy, dreamy atmosphere essential for summer romance; it verily demands dancing until the stars come out... so why fight it?

The album's dark colours surface in the rise and fall of minor chords that provide a subtle yet satisfying gravitas. Lotusland is an album you'll have on steady rotation. In fact, it could easily become the soundtrack to your life.

Rick dedicates "Lotusland" to his Mom, whom he lost in 2001 and to his Dad whose passing at the end of March 2014 made the making of this album both a welcome distraction and a kind of music therapy. The guitars you hear played on the album are the ones made by Charles (with the exception of the dobro and electric guitars) and so whenever we listen to Lotusland, we are reminded of the great gift that music is, especially when it is shared with the ones we love.

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It's clear that Rick's musical journey isn't just a series of notes and chords; it's a story, a reflection of life experiences and emotions. It's like he's inviting listeners to join him on this sonic adventure, and that's a journey worth taking.

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