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*BRAND NEW / TRANSLUCENT 180 GRAM YELLOW VINYL / PRE-ORDER: NOV 22ND, 2024 - OTHER ITEMS ORDERED WITH THIS WON’T BE SHIPPED UNTIL THE SET RELEASE DAY. IF YOU WISH FOR YOUR ITEMS TO ARRIVE PRIOR THEN ORDER ITEMS SEPARATELY.*

Released in 1974, ''Lotus'' by Santana is a landmark live album showcasing the band's incredible fusion of rock, jazz, and Latin music. Recorded during their Japan tour, the album features Carlos Santana's signature guitar work and the band's dynamic improvisations. ''Lotus'' captures performances from Tokyo, presenting a mix of Santana's classic hits and extended jams, including tracks like ''Toussaint L'Overture'' and ''Oye Como Va.'' Known for its energetic solos and vibrant rhythms, the album highlights Santana's ability to blend diverse musical influences into a cohesive, powerful sound. The 1974 release is praised for its high[1]quality sound and passionate performances, solidifying Santana's reputation as a pioneering force in rock and Latin music. For fans and collectors, ''Lotus'' remains a quintessential representation of Santana's live prowess and innovative spirit.

Lotus is a limited edition of 1500 copies on translucent yellow colored vinyl.

* 180 GRAM AUDIOPHILE VINYL
* DELUXE TRIFOLD SLEEVE
* INCLUDES INSERT
* THE 1974 LIVE ALBUM RECORDED AT THE OSAKA KOSEI NENKIN KAIKAN, OSAKA, JAPAN
* FEATURING ''BLACK MAGIC WOMAN'', ''OYE COMO VA'', ''TOUSSAINT L'OVERTURE'', AND ''SAMBA PA TI''
* 50TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF 1500 COPIES ON TRANSLUCENT YELLOW COLORED VINYL

Tracklisting:
SIDE A
1. Meditation
2. Going Home
3. A-1 Funk
4. Every Step of the Way

SIDE B
1. Black Magic Woman
2. Gypsy Queen
3. Oye Como Va
4. Yours Is the Light
5. Batukada
6. Xibaba (She-Ba-Ba)

SIDE C
1. Stone Flower (Introduction)
2. Waiting
3. Castillos de Arena, Pt. 1
4. Free Angela
5. Samba de Sausalito

SIDE D
1. Mantra
2. Kyoto
3. Castillos de Arena, Pt. 2 (Sand Castle)
4. Se a Cabo

SIDE E
1. Samba Pa Ti /
2. Mr. Udo
3. Toussaint L'Overture

SIDE F
1. Incident at Neshabur

Media Condition: Mint (M) Genre: Rock Format Type: 3xLP Sleeve Condition: Mint (M) CONDITION RATINGS : G / G+ / VG / VG+ / VG++ / EX / EX+ / NM / MINT You may request the results of a play test. Shipping can be combined on multiple items! Upon Request: New records can be nicely taken out of their sealed sleeves and shipped this way to protect from seam splits during transit. Additional Pictures Or Info Upon Request : (Seth)