Fast River
About
It was June 7th, 2025, when everything changed for me. Sitting in a church pew at a New York City kirtan, chanting the Hanuman Chalisa with hundreds of voices, I was unexpectedly transported into a higher spiritual dimension—twice in a single hour. That powerful experience crystallized something I'd intuitively known for years: music, especially communal chanting, holds an extraordinary power to connect us with the Divine.Since releasing the fourth Fast River record, I'd quietly collected devotional songs drawn from various spiritual traditions but hadn’t been sure how to fully bring them to life…until that moment.Today, I record each song spontaneously in the studio, live-looping guitar, vocals, and simple percussion to capture the raw, authentic emotion of the initial inspiration. Additional instruments and harmonies come later, always preserving the original energy.Over my 15-year music career, I’ve spent countless hours in studios learning the “correct” ways of doing things. Now, I’m creating music my way: prioritizing raw emotion and genuine vibe over technical perfection.Fast River has become my offering of music as a spiritual service. My upcoming EP, releasing August 1st, 2025, embraces Christian mysticism, Judaism, Sufism, Hinduism, and Buddhism, aiming to foster an inclusive space where all spiritual seekers feel welcome. Throughout the latter half of the year, these songs will also come alive through immersive live performances in yoga studios and retreats, complete with atmospheric light shows and, yes, probably too much incense.Additionally, I've begun producing a documentary that explores interfaith chanting and mantra, delving into both the spiritual benefits and the scientific understanding of communal prayer. Featuring conversations with respected teachers and chanters, my goal through this documentary is simple: to share music that opens hearts and inspires personal growth along each listener’s unique path.
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