SHANKAR - Soul Searcher (1990) FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

Though rooted in the traditions of North Indian classical music, this album adds a subtle modern twist that makes it more digestible to Western ears. Soul Searcher consists of one 50-minute track that swells and recedes, evolving into an epic composition of almost otherworldly beauty. The music combines all the common elements of traditional Indian music -- syncopated tabla rhythms, droning tamboura, dazzling vocals -- with Shankar's breathtaking violin melodies, then adds keyboards courtesy of Peter Gabriel, who featured the violinist's talents prominently on Passion. Indian music has always had an influence over Western rock & roll bands, from the Beatles and Rolling Stones to Monster Magnet, and Soul Searcher is a wonderfully accessible introduction for newcomers looking to delve into the genre. by Bret Love
Tracklist :
1    Ragam, Tanam, Pallavi Ragam : Kapi Seethalakshmi Talam : 6 3/4 Beats    50:46
Credits :
Ghatam – Vikku Vinayakram
Keyboards – Peter Gabriel
Performer [Kanjira] – Shankar
Producer – Bill Laswell, Caroline, Shankar
Tabla – Zakir Hussain
Violin – Shankar, V. Lakshminarayana
Vocals – Caroline, Ganam Rao, Shankar