The performances, each spanning approximately 2.5 hours, will predominantly feature the powerful call-and-response chanting of sacred mantras and divine names with spoken commentary
Born Jeffrey Kagel, Krishna Das was the frontman for Soft White Underbelly and Blue Öyster Cult in the late 1960s.
After the likes of Radhika Das and Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, Grammy-nominated global icon Krishna Das is all set to perform in India this October and November.
Hailed as the ‘chant master of American Yoga’, and a favoured contemporary spiritual luminary among figures like Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, Krishna Das will bring his devotional chants to three Indian cities this year.
It will commence at Brahmakamal Hall, Yashobhoomi Exhibition & Trade Centre in New Delhi on October 31, followed by a performance at the Dome SVP Stadium in Mumbai on November 2, and conclude at Phoenix Marketcity, Backyard Area in Bengaluru on November 5.
Fans across India will get to experience his timeless kirtans, new renditions and an immersive live experience that transcends cultural and spiritual boundaries. The events will seamlessly blend traditional Hindu devotional music with Western harmonic sensibilities,
The performances, each spanning approximately 2.5 hours, will predominantly feature the powerful call-and-response chanting of sacred mantras and divine names with spoken commentary. No prior experience is necessary to participate in these sessions.
Hailed as yoga's rock star, Krishna Das has a resonant baritone voice and energising East-meets-West take on traditional chanting.
Born Jeffrey Kagel, a baby boomer from suburban Long Island in New York, he was the frontman for Soft White Underbelly and Blue Öyster Cult in the late '60s, Krishna Das traveled to India in 1970 where he became a follower of the spiritual teacher Neem Karoli Baba (Mahara-ji).
In so doing, he found a musical vocation that would come to fruition at the dawn of the 21st century. In amassing his deep catalogue of classic chant albums, Krishna Das has worked with musical heavyweights such as Grammy winners Rick Rubin, Sting and Steely Dan's Walter Becker. He earned his first career Grammy nomination in 2012 for Best New Age Album for Live Ananda. In addition, he co-founded the world music label Karuna/Triloka Records; published a collection of stories, teachings and insights in 'Chants Of A Lifetime: Searching For A Heart Of Gold' (2011); and was the subject of the 2012 feature documentary film, One Track Heart: The Story Of Krishna Das. He also has his own SiriusXM satellite radio station, Krishna Das Yoga Radio.
Talking about his return, Krishna Das states, “Returning to India is always a profound experience for me. The devotion and receptivity of the audiences here are unparalleled. My hope is that these chants and workshops will offer a space for everyone to connect more deeply with their own hearts, to find that inner peace and joy that is always available. It's about sharing a sacred sound that brings us all home in these current chaotic times.”
Mohit Bijlani, co-founder, Team Innovation states, "Krishna Das' unique blend of ancient wisdom and accessible musicality resonates with so many, from seasoned spiritual practitioners to those just beginning their journey. This tour is more than a series of concerts; it's a testament to the universal appeal of kirtan and a transformatory event for the spiritual community in India.”
The tickets for the tour which is produced by Team Innovation Cultural in association with 7E Entertainment and Unified Music Group, will be available on District by Zomato on August 19 Prices start Rs 1,999 onwards.
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