Buvana is an Indian vocalist who specializes in bhajans - simple devotional songs derived from ancient Hindu tradition, and mantras. With SONGS OF LIGHT, her debut album for Oreade Music, Buvana presents a collection of sacred songs inspired and/or derived from ancient Hindi texts. Musically, the album has a clear Indian sound to it, with tabla beats, sitar, harmonium and bansuri flute standing out. Dig a little deeper and you'll notice a wealth of Western influences as well in the form of cello, harp, percussion and keyboards. Buvana's singing is sensual and melodic - she has a sweet, pure sound that is a little reminiscent to Snatam Kaur. Backing her is a chorus of singers performing in a call and response manner. |
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