Lincoln, UK

Lincoln-based Dancing Lotus formed in 2007. Described by Radio One as “that acoustic rap thing”, this seven-piece collective met as students at the University of Lincoln. It wasn’t long before the guys were gigging at venues across the historic city, introducing their unique sound to both students and locals alike.

After only two months together, Lotus were invited on air by BBC Radio Lincolnshire for a live set. After just a year, the band were pronounced the University of Lincoln’s Students’ favourite local band. Such increddible recogniition led to the creation of The Pillow Sessions – a once-monthly show hosted by the band at the Mezz Bar, Lincoln.

Lotus launched their self-produced debut album ‘Live Sessions’ in January 2008 with a full performance in front of a packed Mezz Bar audience. Copies of ‘Live Sessions’ on sale at the event subsequently sold out.