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Ocean
(Martyrs of Sound)
Guitar, hand percussion and the gong – Steve Koc Vocal – Sara Wiseman
Shakti is the female energy, the kundalini life force.
Shanti means peace.
Om is Om.
The "didgeridrone" mentioned in the liner notes is a random recording that was created when George laid his didg on the ground in front of a mic and I leaned my 12-string against the speaker and a surprise feedback loop ensued that played both instruments. When we added the gong to it, it made a very washy, watery effect. That and Sara's voice gives it that extra ocean-y vibe. The Maha Shakti or Kundalini Bhakti Mantra is for blessings of the Creative Power.
Adi Shakti Namo, Sarab Shakti Namo, Pritham Bhagawati Namo, Kundalini Mata Shakti Namo…Om Shanti Om
I bow to the primal, feminine life force, I bow to that all prevading energy, I bow to that Power through which all is created, I bow to the power of the Divine Mother...Om Peace Om