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Healing with Harmony: Love Power the Band’s “Songs from Source”
Welcome to the world of music that heals and harmonizes. Love Power the Band are pioneers in this new era of sonic vitality. Their recent singles, collectively known as “Songs from Source,” have opened a doorway to a realm where music not only touches the soul but heals it. The Band has been lead by Ananda Xenia Shakti, a woman of profound artistry and spiritual insight. She has successfully maneuvered her journey from punk music to spiritual sounds, creating a unique blend of modern beats infused with ancient wisdom.
“Are You Looking For Me” is a track that transcends the ordinary and takes listeners on a mystical journey. The song is a tribute to Kabir Das, a 15th century Indian mystic poet, manifesting the quest of human spirit in search of divine. Ananda Xenia Shakti’s mesmerizing vocals serve as a bridge between the listener and the divine, creating an aura that is soulful and serene.
This song is not the creation of a single artist, but a beautiful collaboration. The melodious strumming of guitar by Niranjan Gundu Singh, the rhythmic bass by Marcos Alexander Ordoriez, and the symphony of percussion by Shambhu Natha harmoniously complement Ananda’s stirring vocals. Furthermore, the keyboard’s enchanting notes, played by Snappy Homefry Kipp and Pankaj Saakhi, add a layer of complexity that elevates this track to a unique level.
The second track, “Hare Hare Dance,” is a celebration of love and life. It is a dance track that echoes an ancient Krishna chant, infusing it with modernity while retaining its essence. Recorded in Vrindavan, the spiritual hub of Bhakti yoga, the track embodies the essence of festivity and joy. The song is a testament to the love that dwells in the hearts of the divine couple, Radha and Krishna.
Ananda’s ethereal vocals float effortlessly over the rhythm, creating an ambiance of pure bliss. Pankaj Saakhi’s keyboard work underlines the song, providing a stable and mesmerizing rhythm to the track. The festive atmosphere of Vrindavan where it was recorded, infuses the song with an air of celebration and spirituality.
Ananda Xenia Shakti’s transition from punk musician to spiritual artist has been nothing short of miraculous. As a punk artist, she was part of an all-girl band, B-Girls, and shared stages with famous bands like the Clash. However, it was through her deep engagement with yoga that she found her calling in spiritual music.
The tracks are a unique blend of spiritual electro-pop dance music, offering listeners much more than entertainment. It presents an opportunity to connect with the divine, to experience the healing power of music, and to celebrate life. The songs are a path paved with love and divine wisdom, guiding those on a spiritual journey towards oneness and divine love.
Embrace the power of love and healing through their music and experience a spiritual awakening. Visit their website www.onlyloveisreal.love and join them in celebrating the journey of life and love.
–Todd Jergens
Artist Spotlight
Cheryl Craigie reimagines “What’s Going On” through a classic soul lens
Some songs belong to an era, and others keep talking to every generation. Cheryl Craigie’s cover of “What’s Going On“ is a prime example of the latter, imbuing a classic soul sensibility into a song whose themes of compassion, understanding, unity, and concern for others are as relevant today as ever.
Cheryl Craigie is an independent singer, songwriter, and musician, and she has a strong artistic purpose with this release. She does Marvin Gaye’s beloved original justice while letting the timeless message sing in her own voice. Craigie’s approach is to speak to the need for kindness and human connection.
“What’s Going On“ is rooted in a timeless identity that is soulful and classic in style, and emotionally it’s about reflection and empathy. This approach relies on the vocal performance, which injects a unique element that helps magnify the song’s bigger message. The production does not detract from the themes that make the song so long-lasting, but rather supports the release by reinforcing its classic character.
What’s particularly interesting about Cheryl Craigie’s release is the balance she strikes between respecting the source material and asserting her own artistic presence. She knows the power of a song already part of music history and uses her interpretation to reconnect listeners with its core ideas. For Craigie, “What’s Going On” is a manifestation of an artist in love with music, with emotional and social weight, and of using her voice to carry the ageless soul message forward.
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With “Who Am I Now” Intaluks explores identity, healing, and renewal
“Who Am I Now” is the Intaluks’ method of shifting the atmospheric emotion, an introspective melodic trance on loss, identity, healing, and the hard work of rebuilding when life takes an unexpected turn. The musical direction is a slow emotional journey, starting in darkness and gradually opening to hope and renewal.
This production frames that journey with expressive male vocals, emotional piano, and trance textures. “Who Am I Now” leaves its mark in the feel department through progression and atmosphere, not with a dramatic festival-type drop. The arrangement gives the song a reflective feel but still maintains the forward momentum of melodic trance.
The male delivery lends a human presence to the themes of uncertainty and self-reconstruction in the song’s vocals. The track tells of an inner journey, accompanied by the piano, the cinematic production, and the experience of confronting a changed reality, asking yourself who you are now, and slowly finding the strength to move forward.
Rather than relying on spectacle, Intaluks focuses on emotional development, letting the song’s mood build organically rather than through a traditional climax. The result is a trance piece so cinematic it feels as much about reflection as it does about forward motion, connecting electronic atmosphere with a highly personal theme. In “Who Am I Now,” Intaluks offers a release defined by transition rather than closure. The sound is its greatest triumph, reflecting that journey and making darkness the beginning of a brighter artistic path.
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