Krishna Das

In 2012, for the thirtieth anniversary of Anandamayi's passing this CD was produced as a fundraiser for her schools with continue to provide free education in rural India. Each artist chants a song for the divine mother as a tribute to Sri Anandamayi Ma.  The eight artists/groups are:  
Jai Ma Swami Mangalananda
Devi Puja Krishna Das
Ranga De Deva Premal and Miten
Ma Guruganesha
Earth Prayer Snatam Kaur
Durga Pahimam Jai Uttal
Hey Gobinda Simrit Kaur
Prema Mata Swami Nirvanananda.… (mere)

"Chants of a Lifetime" offers an intimate collection of stories, teachings, and insights from Krishna Das, who has been called “the chant master of American yoga” by the New York Times. Since 1994, the sound of his voice singing traditional Indian chants with a Western flavor has brought the spiritual experience of chanting to audiences all over the world. He has previously shared some of his spiritual journey through talks and workshops, but now he offers a unique book-and-CD combination that explores his fascinating path and creates an opportunity for just about anyone to experience chanting in a unique and special way.

"Chants of a Lifetime" includes photos from Krishna Das’s years in India and also from his life as a kirtan leader—and the CD that is offered exclusively in the book consists of a number of “private” chanting sessions with the author. Instead of just being performances of chants for listening, the recordings make it seem as if Krishna Das himself is present for a one-on-one chanting session. The idea is for the listener to explore his or her own practice of chanting and develop a deepening connection with the entire chanting experience.

About the Author:

In the winter of 1968, Krishna Das met spiritual seeker Ram Dass and was enthralled by the stories of his recent trip to India, where he met the legendary guru Neem Karoli Baba. Soon thereafter, he left behind his dreams of being a rock ’n’ roll star and was on his way to India to meet this remarkable Being. In the three years he spent there with Neem Karoli Baba, Krishna Das’s heart was drawn to the practice of Bhakti Yoga—the yoga of devotion—and especially to the practice of kirtan (chanting the Divine Names).

Krishna Das returned to the United States and, as he continued chanting, developed his signature style, fusing traditional kirtan structure with Western harmonic and rhythmic sensibilities. He travels the world, leading call-and-response kirtans and sharing this deep, experiential practice with thousands of people.… (mere)