Jai Baba
Pete Townshend · 2001
122 min · 32 tracks · rock music
A spiritual journey woven through rock melodies, lyrical introspection, and meditative soundscapes.
Why this album works
'Jai Baba' is significant for its thematic focus on spirituality and self-discovery, reflecting Townshend's deepening interest in Eastern philosophies. It received attention for its unique blend of rock and contemplative music, though it did not achieve mainstream chart success like his previous works.
- Best for
- spiritual introspection through sound dynamic journey with peaks meditative moments for reflection
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Jai Baba' marked Pete Townshend's exploration of spirituality after decades with The Who. This album came shortly after his solo work in the late 1990s, showcasing a deeper, more personal connection to Meher Baba's teachings and influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kim Wilde· Duran Duran· giorge mijael· Kate Bush· Ringo Starr· 10cc· Bee Gees· Joe Jackson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Poem 2:57
- 2 Evolution 6:07
- 3 Day of Silence 2:46
- 4 Allan Cohen Speaks at Mahatma Gandhi Hall 2:18
- 5 Mary Jane 2:35
- 6 Allan Cohen Speaks 0:23
- 7 The Seeker Standout 4:33
- 8 Begin the Beguine 4:46
- 9 With a Smile Up His Nose They Entered 3:42
- 10 The Love Man 4:58
- 11 Meditation Standout 9:48
- 12 O’Parvardigar (live in India) 7:10
Disc 2
- 1 Forever’s No Time at All 3:07
- 2 How to Transcend Duality and Influence People 1:20
- 3 Affirmation 3:53
- 4 Baba O’Riley Standout 9:50
- 5 This Song Is Green 2:55
- 6 Everywhere I Look This Morning 4:50
- 7 Dragon 4:55
- 8 Parvadigar 6:49
- 9 Hail Avatar Meher Baba 0:32
- 10 Give It Up 4:11
- 11 Without Your Love 1:51
- 12 His Hands 2:08
- 13 Just for a Moment 2:55
- 14 Baba Blues 2:01
- 15 Meher 3:11
- 16 Contact 2:09
- 17 Gotta Know Ya 3:18
- 18 Sleeping Dog 2:57
- 19 All God’s Mornings 3:23
- 20 Lantern Cabin 4:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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