introvertshiva shambho kirtan – vidura barrios
The verdict
“vidura barrios delivers a stunning, rhythm-driven celebration that breathes new life into ancient kirtan chanting”
'shiva shambho kirtan' opens on a bed of organic percussion before the voices arrive, layered and warm, pulling the listener straight into something beautiful feels like shared ritual. the track blends traditional sanskrit chanting with a contemporary world music arrangement, all acoustic instrumentation and no shortcuts. production and arrangement by kento tachibana give the piece shape without ever smoothing away its edges; it breathes the way a live room does. the melody circles and builds, and it's genuinely a vibe it's a track that doesn't ask you to understand every word. the joy comes through in the pulse and the call and response lift. a brilliantly warm, open hearted listen.
vidura barrios is a new york based composer and recording artist who has spent over two decades creating meditation and spiritual music. he founded inner splendor media in 2006, an independent label specialising in contemplative and sacred recordings rooted in indian traditions. his work draws on a lifelong meditation practice, and that depth shows in the patience and intention threaded through 'shiva shambho kirtan'. expect this one to find listeners who need exactly what it offers, they've definitely found one here.
thank u for making this vidura barrios 🙏