What makes Remember Shakti – The Believer by Remember Shakti notable?

This album is significant for its pioneering role in the world music genre, receiving acclaim for its innovative fusion approach. It was well-received by critics, celebrated for its intricate compositions and virtuosic performances, and helped solidify Remember Shakti's reputation as a leading force in cross-cultural music explorations. When 'The Believer' was released in 2000, Remember Shakti was undergoing a rejuvenation phase after their formation in the late '90s. This album marked their first release since the project evolved to include additional musicians, expanding their sound and approach to blending Western jazz with traditional Indian forms.

How many songs are on Remember Shakti – The Believer?

Remember Shakti – The Believer has 6 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

Remember Shakti – The Believer

Remember Shakti · 2000

77 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of Indian classical music and jazz improvisation that transcends cultural boundaries.

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5 in the Morning, 6 in the Afternoon — This track showcases an impressive interplay between jazz improvisation and Indian classical rhythms, serving as a lengthy exploration of themes that encapsulates the album's essence.
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Lotus Feet — A delicate piece that highlights the group's ability to blend emotive melodies with complex rhythmic structures, embodying the spiritual quality central to their music.
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Maya — This track features intricate melodic lines and showcases the ensemble's dynamic range while emphasizing the interplay between different instruments, creating a rich auditory tapestry.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

73 /100

Alpine

Higher than 96% of albums we've rated

The album's fusion of Indian classical music and jazz creates a unique sound with strong compositions and skilled performances.

What we noticed

The album features intricate rhythmic patterns that blend traditional Indian percussion with jazz drumming, creating a dynamic interplay.
Each track showcases extended improvisational sections, allowing musicians to explore themes rather than adhering strictly to song structures.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 9/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 5 in the Morning, 6 in the Afternoon 18:13
2 Ma No Pa 14:56
3 Lotus Feet 7:07
4 Maya 13:39
5 Anna 10:37
6 Finding the Way 12:41

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