Date of Birth: October 7, 1983
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Date of Death: [None]
Biography
Flying Lotus, born Steven Ellison, is an American record producer, musician, DJ, and rapper. Known for his innovative approach to music, Flying Lotus has become a central figure in the experimental music scene. He was born into a family with rich musical heritage; his great-aunt is the renowned jazz pianist Alice Coltrane, and his cousin is saxophonist Ravi Coltrane. Flying Lotus began his career in the mid-2000s, quickly gaining recognition for his unique blend of electronic music, hip-hop, and jazz. His debut album “1983” was released in 2006, followed by several critically acclaimed albums including “Los Angeles” (2008), “Cosmogramma” (2010), “Until the Quiet Comes” (2012), and “You’re Dead!” (2014). He has also contributed to various film and television projects, including composing the score for the animated series “Yasuke” on Netflix.
5 Interesting Facts about Flying Lotus
1. Flying Lotus founded his own record label, Brainfeeder, which has signed artists like Thundercat, Kamasi Washington, and The Gaslamp Killer.
2. He has a strong visual component to his work, often collaborating with visual artists to create immersive live performances and music videos.
3. Flying Lotus directed and wrote the 2017 feature film “Kuso,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
4. He is also known for his alias Captain Murphy, under which he released the rap mixtape “Duality” in 2012.
5. He provided the soundtrack for the short film “FUCKKKYOUUU” by Eddie Alcazar, which was screened at the Sundance Film Festival in 2016.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Flying Lotus
1. “I’m always trying to find ways to make my music more than just music.”
2. “I think the best music and art comes from vulnerability and honesty.”
3. “The more personal I get with my music, the more people seem to connect with it.”
4. “I want to create worlds with my music where people can get lost.”
5. “Collaboration is key to pushing boundaries and creating something truly unique.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Highest net worth achieved: $4 million
Children
As of the latest available information, Flying Lotus does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Flying Lotus Official Website](http://flying-lotus.com/
2. [Flying Lotus on AllMusic](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/flying-lotus-mn0000346868
3. [Brainfeeder Records](https://brainfeeder.net/
4. [Flying Lotus on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4212288/
5. [Flying Lotus on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/591505-Flying-Lotus
