Holotropics takes us on a journey in “Painted Paradise”

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An exploration of the confines of the mind and soul.

Holotropics is a trio that combines the best of seventies psychedelia with touches of punk and a pinch of experimental, creating a soundscape that explores the depths of human existentialism.

Since their first EP, Hidden Realm of Cosmic Knowledgereleased in 2022, has been polishing his style and adding new instruments to his repertoire. In 2024, new material will arrive that explores each of the sound elements and psychedelic distortions with deep lyrics.
As part of this work comes “Painted Paradise”a single which encapsulates his distinctive style and takes us on a sonic journey that explores dreamscapes and introspective reflections.


With enveloping guitars and lyrics that invite introspection, the song delves into themes of existence and perception, creating a rich and emotional listening experience. It is undoubtedly a piece that reflects the cosmic and eclectic essence of the group.

Nikanash is the name of this album and means “here and now” in Nahuatl, it is composed of 10 tracks elevated and transformed that reveal a different landscape to you.

This album, which will be available very soon, is inspired in his experiences in Latin America, fusing those cultural touches with his characteristic riffs guitar and introspective lyrics.

If you want to live is not only a musical journey, but an exploration of the confines of the mind and soul, Holotropics will flood you with its psychedelic textures and experimental sounds. In the end, “Painted Paradise” It is not only an auditory experience, but an invitation to discover the inner paradise that we all carry within, painted with the colors of our deepest emotions and thoughts.

Below we leave you the tracklist complete of Nikanash:

  1. “Nikanash”
  2. “Trimmigrant”
  3. “Painted Paradise”
  4. “Pull”
  5. “All At Once”
  6. “Simlish”
  7. “Genomes”
  8. “Open”
  9. “Food for the Soul”
  10. “Mushroom Fire Marshmallow”

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