The re-mastering and release of Bhagavan Das’ classic 1972 chanting album Ah fills a big gap in the available collection of Indian-inspired chant records. With the re-release of Ah we get the first recordings made on Bhagavan Das’ own return from India, organized by Allen Ginsburg, Peter Max and Ram Das. Some of the historic recordings were made at Hendrix’ studio Electric Ladyland, with Led Zeppelin in the studio next door recording Zofo. The sound is raw, profound, marked by a charming combination of hedonism and aspiration to transcend, which, one might say, characterizes the spirit of the time. Includes a 2002 video interview with Bhagavan Das about the making of the record, as well as extensive far-out liner notes, photographs, and an excellent recipe for masala chai that alone makes the CD a worthwhile acquisition.

Country of origin : USA
No of Disks : 1
Author : Baghavan Das (double cd)