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Om Namah Shivay

Nina Hagen · 1999

55 min · 13 tracks · punk · swing · Neue Deutsche Welle

A spiritual journey blending traditional mantras with Nina Hagen's eclectic vocal style and modern instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic spiritual exploration
  • wave-like pacing for meditation
  • immersive vocal journey experience
  • ritualistic background for focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1999, Nina Hagen was known for her avant-garde approach to music, having transitioned from punk rock in the late 1970s to a diverse sound. 'Om Namah Shivay' is her exploration into spiritual themes, showcasing a bold departure from her earlier works and reflecting her interest in Eastern philosophy and spirituality. This album followed her previous release, 'Return of the Mother,' further cementing her role as an artist unafraid to explore new musical territories.
Stylistic neighbors
Lene Lovich· Kraftwerk· The B-52's

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Shank Invocation / Ganesha Mantra / Om with Digeridoo 2:46
  • 2 Durga Kali Mantra 1:59
  • 3 Mother Aarti 4:43
  • 4 Mrityujaya Mantra 1:42
  • 5 Jai Mata Kali 4:35
  • 6 Hare Krishna 5:31
  • 7 He Shiva Shankar 5:47
  • 8 Om Namah Shivay! 5:45
  • 9 Gayatri Mantra! 1:30
  • 10 Haidhakandeshvari Ma 5:16
  • 11 Sankirtan 7:54
  • 12 Amarnatha Gange 6:24
  • 13 Shanti Mantra 1:46

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