2018 SINGLES: LINER NOTES
ABOUT 2018 SINGLES
2018 SINGLES is exactly that – a collection of six tracks created with producer Ben Leinbach and released during 2018 and early 2019. These six Kirtan songs traverse a wide swath of musical genres – including Funk, Soul, R&B/Motown, World, and Indian Classical Music – that seamlessly integrate timeless Sanskrit mantras (from India) with modern Western grooves. The end product are a half dozen infectious and highly accessible chants that will guide you through your heart to the Heart of the Divine. Enjoy!
TRACKS
- Sita Ram (Soul Version)
- Shiva Jam
- Balaji’s Maha Mantra
- In This Together
- Kali + Shiva
- Lalita Invocation
PRODUCTION
Produced by Ben Leinbach at Old Bull Studios in San Anselmo, CA. Mastered by Michael Fossenkamper at TurtleTone Studio located at the corner of Broadway and Houston Street in Manhattan, New York City. Singles: 2018 features virtuoso guitarist Gawain Matthews, and exquisite vocalists Dawnia Dresser, Sandy Griffith, Samantha Keller and Lakshmi Devi. Cover photo by Douglas Dresser. Cover designs by Laina Taylor.