‘Tariqa’ new album by Al Gromer Khan (label New Earth Records) in Peaceful Radio Show 1575
8 January 2024 Uncategorized
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WORDS FROM THE ARTIST
TARIQA means “The Path”. My own path, that of the
universal trans-cultural modern age seeker, however,
the Tariqa of music, so to speak, consisted mainly of
running away from noise. I never wanted to go electric
in live performances. And when with the synthesizer,
New Age, Space music and Ambient came along, it was
never endless drones or overpowering science fiction
“soundscapes”. Instead, that which provided for me a
magical translation into a world of subtle sonic poetry
were softer, shorter pieces in a confined interior. Ambient,
the sonic wallpaper, according to ambient prophet Eno – that
which “allows the listener to work, read or fall asleep”,
wasn ́t really mine either, for the sitar is a jealous mistress.
Because, you see, in an intimate interior ambience,
where a declaration of love is made, she wants your attention fully.
Sometime during the Mid- eighties when Vilayat Khan, the King of Sitar, called me his own, and upon my further inquiry as to whether some magic Indian sorcerer had provided him the power of that magic melody that made the listeners break out in tears of joy, he simply replied “My religion is music.”
TRACKS
1. Dior 9:30
2. Solace 5:01
3. To Wounded Souls 2:54
4. Silent Zikr 6:28
5. Crush 3:20
6. Slow Drum from the Old Mountain 4:24
7. Caeli Caelorum (Ascension) 4:00
8. On Atlantium 9:40
9. To the Honor of My Soul 5:01
10. Parade 4:45
Total Time: 55:09
DESCRIPTION
Embark on a soul-stirring journey with the newly released album, Tariqa by Al Gromer Khan, where the path to tranquility and self discovery begins. Inspired by the essence of a mystic body of spritual practice, this musical masterpiece transcends boundaries and invites you to escape the chaos of everyday life. Immerse yourself in its harmonious melodies and let the enchanting
rhythms guide you towards inner peace. Experience the transformative power of music as it whispers to your soul,
reminding you that sometimes, the truest path lies in embracing silence.
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