Acoustic Chant: Ukulele Kirtan Serenades

Releasing July 31, 2015 as a fan-based CD. David Newman's eleventh release, Acoustic Chant: Ukulele Kirtan Serenades, was born out of David's desire to record an intimate chant album, and his love for the ukulele. Acoustic Chant is a soothing and celebratory recording consisting of traditional Kirtan mantras accompanied by elements of Hawaiian, Appalachian, and American folk music. On this CD, David demonstrates his rich relationship with the yogic chant tradition while continuing to apply unique and eclectic musical influences to this ancient practice. Acoustic Chant: Ukulele Kirtan Serenades features beautiful duets between David and his wife, Mira, delivering ten gorgeous time honored Sanskrit mantras with elegant simplicity, inviting listeners to sing along and effortlessly embrace the healing joys of chanting. TRACKS: 1) Jai Ma 2) Govinda Hare 3) Rama Bolo 4) Maha Mantra Sunrise 5) Radhe Govinda 6) Bhajamama Ma 7) Sri Krishna Govinda 8) Maha Mantra Sunset 9) Sri Ram 10) Shiva's Soma