"Ecstasy" is a captivating album by the renowned vocalist Lakshmi Shankar, released on August 1, 1991. This album is a beautiful blend of bhajan, qawwali, and traditional music genres, showcasing the depth and versatility of Lakshmi Shankar's vocal prowess. Recorded live in Copenhagen from March 3-6, 1991, the album captures the raw and spiritual essence of her performances, making it a timeless piece of classical Indian music.
The album features two enchanting tracks: "Rag Bhupali: Daya Karo More Shyam / Maano Maano Morari" and "Thumari: Daras Bina Mohe Sshyam Nindiya Na Aaye." Lakshmi Shankar's sweet and finely nuanced voice lends a rare charm to her interpretation of these light classical pieces. Accompanied by Pt. Ramesh Mishra on the sarangi and Pt. Swapan, the album offers a serene and uplifting musical experience.
With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, "Ecstasy" is a testament to Lakshmi Shankar's ability to evoke a sense of divine love and ecstasy through her music. The album was originally released by Audiorec Classics and has since been re-released by Navras Records, ensuring its availability for new generations of music enthusiasts. Whether you're a long-time fan of Lakshmi Shankar or a newcomer to her work, "Ecstasy" is an album that promises to enchant and inspire.
Lakshmi Shankar, born in 1926, was a pioneering figure in Hindustani classical music, renowned for her exquisite vocals and cross-cultural collaborations. Hailing from a South Indian Hindu family, she mastered the Patiala Gharana style and became an outstanding vocalist known for her performances of khyal, thumri, and bhajans. Her journey was marked by a unique blend of traditional Indian music and Western influences, notably through her collaborations with George Harrison of The Beatles. Shankar's discography spans a wide range of genres, including film soundtracks like "Gandhi" and fusion projects that brought Indian music to global audiences. Her contributions extended beyond music, as she was also a trained Bharata Natyam dancer and actor. In 2009, at the age of 83, she received a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional World Music Album, cementing her legacy as a bridge between Eastern and Western musical traditions.
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