Sacred World is a musical odyssey inspired by ancient traditions and languages. The mysterious lost language of N|uu can be heard in the Rain Chant of the title track echoing the voice of the Ancients while the poetry of Rumi combines with ancient Sufi mantras in Ishqallah. The album was launched in California, New York and Washington DC in Sep/Oct 2018 on a special US tour by Desert Rose. This album is a treat for listeners who want to experience the diverse songs, sounds and mantras of the world composed in the signature of Desert Rose with classically orchestrated harmonies intertwined with the raw energy of indigenous and ancient chanting. Manmana Bhava is a Sanskrit mantra meaning, ” I rest my mind on you, ” a theme on all mystical paths that refers to the cure for all suffering lies in remembrance of God. Ishqallah, another track means in Arabic, God is love, a love song describing the qualities of the Divine. Jyoti Jagalo, is another beautiful ode in Hindi, and endearing name of God. Hallelujah can be heard on the album sung in epic orchestration along with Ave Maria in Latin, Arabic and Xhosa. Om Mani Padme Hum, the jewel of the Buddhist tradition is an exciting interpretation of this powerful mantra. Sacred World is a pot-potpourri of the most deeply spiritual sounds to stir the soul.
Summary of songs on the album:
Om Mani Padme Hum
Sacred World-Rain Chant
Ubuntu
Bring back the Life
Manmana Bhava
Jyoti Jagalo
Hallelujah
Ave Maria
Ishqallah
