Jaisal Peer (Bheel) :  

Pachim Dhara Na Pir (Vaghad Bhajan) :  

Paap Taahro (Ravanhattho) :  

Bas Karo (Arfana Kaafi) :  

Umer Marvi (Bheth) :  

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The following tracks are field recordings of the Saperas playing the been, recorded live at the Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal. The mesmerizing drone of the been and the driving rhythms of the premtal and kanyeri (percussion instruments) provide through the music a spectacle that has captured the imaginations of Indians and non-Indians for centuries.

Been, Premtal, Kanyeri – Theka Talin :  

Been, Premtal, Kanyeri – Folk Song of Haryana :  

Been, Premtal, Kanyeri – Melodies: films Nagin, Raja Hindustani :  

Been, Premtal, Kanyeri – Melody: film Phagun :  

Been, Premtal, Kanyeri – Rasiya from Rajasthan :  

Been, Premtal, Kanyeri – Rajasthani Lok Sangeet, Lahra :  

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Folk music of Kashmir – Song of the Boatmen :  

Folk music of Kashmir – Love Duet :  

Folk music of Kashmir – Song of the Nightingale :  

Folk music of Kashmir – Song of the Silkworms :  

Folk music of Kashmir – Beautiful Kashmir :  

Folk music of Kashmir – Song of Spring :  

All the above songs are genuine field recordings, unadulterated and spared from the paraphernalia that accompanies studio recordings.

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Prahlad Tipanya – Sakal Hans Mein Ram Viraaje :  

Prahlad Tipanya – Mat Kar Maya Ko Ahankar :  

Kaluram Bamaniya – Piya Mera Jaagta :  

Kaluram Bamaniya – Ab Thara Laal Samandarada Mai :  

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Big and Live was recorded 100% live with no overdubs. The unique vocals are complimented by guest appearances from the Dhrupad singer Reba Bhaduri and Cat Von Trapp. Big and Live is a return to the full organic sound of 1970′s dub, mixed with Hindustani ‘magic’ music.

Suns of Arqa – Om Kaaraaya :  

Suns of Arqa – Arana :  

Suns of Arqa – Allah Who? :  

Suns of Arqa – Let Me Show You How :  

Suns of Arqa – How Does It Feel :  

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NorDar Lakshmi Shankar – My Mother’s Eyes Part 1 :  

NorDar Lakshmi Shankar – My Mother’s Eyes Part 2 :  

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E Ri Main To Prem Diwani is one of Mirabai’s most popular songs. The singers featured here are from across all genres of music. They belong to different times and were trained for diverse styles of music. While Aziz Mian is a famous qawwal from Pakistan, Lakshmi Shankar is a renowned Hindustani classical singer. Juthika Roy is a legendary bhajan singer of yesteryear. Geeta Dutt and Lata Mangeshkar, as we all know, are associated with Hindi film music. The styles of their singing may be different but the passion is the same. Take your pick.

Aziz Mian – Prem Diwani (Qawwali) :  

Lakshmi Shankar – Eri Main To Prem Diwani (Bhajan) :  

Lata Mangeshkar – Eri Main To Prem Diwani (Nau Bahar 1952) :  

Geeta Dutt – Eri Main To Prem Diwani (Jogan 1950) :  

Juthika Roy – Main To Prem Diwani (Non-Film) :  

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He became initiated in spirituality and took on a new name, Karunesh, a Sanskrit name, meaning compassion. Back in Germany, Karunesh came in contact with many musicians from all over the world and developed an ability to weave different styles and feelings from different cultures together in a living symbiosis, creating a music that is both relaxing and spiritual. Presented here are a few tracks from his album Global Spirit.

Karunesh – Call of the Tribes (Remix) :  

Karunesh – Punjab :  

Karunesh – Kabuka Ma :  

Karunesh – Bombay Pure :  

Karunesh – Solitude :  

Karunesh is now living in Maui, in the US state of Hawaii, since 1992.

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Love Trap, produced by Sam Mills, is a pleasing and sensually charged album that takes on various folk music traditions to create a unique hybrid. The tracks are sung in various languages, infusing a myriad of styles, including Tuvan throat singing (overtone chanting) and the complex wail of India’s traditional Carnatic vocals. The album flirts with trip-hop, rock, and electronica. The music pulsates with energy and each musician is given a chance to shine on the album’s instrumental interludes. ‘Ye Meera Divanapan Hai’ was originally sung by Mukesh in the Hindi film Yehudi (1958). ‘Sakhi Maro’ is a devotional song by the 16th century mystic singer Meera Bai.

Susheela Raman – Love Trap :  

Susheela Raman – Manasuloni :  

Susheela Raman – Sakhi Maro :  

Susheela Raman – Ye Meera Divanapan Hai :  

Susheela Raman – Blue Lily Red Lotus :  

Please forgive the spellings in the track names, as these have been taken in verbatim, as printed on the CD.

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The Arboreal Quartet is a self-titled, debut CD of the band. The album was recorded live in one studio session. On acoustic guitar is Tom Eliosoff, while J F Martins plays the upright bass. Fernando Gelso is on the drums. I wish John would contemplate including a Tabla player as well in the band. But again, I wonder, how could it remain a ‘Quartet’ anymore, if he really did include one. Nevertheless, the sounds are very relaxing and the album can be best enjoyed during siesta time, a very creditable debut release by all standards. There are 10 tracks in the album. Here are a few, which I liked more:

the Arboreal Quartet – Lucky :  

the Arboreal Quartet – Shift :  

the Arboreal Quartet – Mountain :  

the Arboreal Quartet – Dang :  

the Arboreal Quartet – Cycle :  

the Arboreal Quartet – Dee :  

Download all 10 tracks (zip file), in CD quality, by clicking here.

Songs courtesy: John Wrinch Williams of the Arboreal Quartet.

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