Tana Mana
Ravi Shankar · 1987
41 min · 10 tracks · Indian classical music
A vibrant fusion of traditional Indian melodies and modern instrumentation, creating an immersive sonic tapestry.
Top tracks — play these first
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Chase Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Tana Mana — The title track exemplifies the album's unique blend of classical and contemporary styles, showcasing intricate sitar melodies over rhythmic percussion.
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Village Dance — This track captures the essence of folk influences within Shankar's oeuvre, featuring lively rhythms that evoke imagery of rural celebrations.
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Supplication — A reflective piece that highlights Shankar's ability to convey deep emotion through minimalistic yet powerful musical phrases.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends traditional Indian music with modern sounds, showcasing strong composition and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album features intricate sitar melodies that weave through layers of synthesizers and percussion, creating a rich textural landscape.
- Each track varies in tempo and mood, with some pieces like 'Village Dance' incorporating lively rhythms while others like 'Supplication' are more meditative.
- The use of jazz elements is evident in the improvisational sections, where traditional Indian scales are blended with Western harmonic structures.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic exploration
- cultural tapestry of sound
- vibrant rhythmic engagement
- engaging background for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Explores a blend of classical Indian music with contemporary sounds, broadening its appeal.
- Themes
- vibrant rural celebrations· traditional Indian melodies· modern sonic fusion
- Career context
- Released in 1987, Tana Mana marked a significant point in Ravi Shankar's career as he explored a blend of classical Indian music with contemporary sounds. At this time, Shankar had already achieved international recognition but was continuing to push boundaries and experiment with new forms of expression, following his landmark collaborations in the 1970s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anoushka Shankar· Ali Akbar Khan· Nikhil Banerjee
Tracklist
- 1 Chase Start here 2:21
- 2 Tana Mana 3:40
- 3 Village Dance 4:06
- 4 Seven and 10 1/2 3:45
- 5 Friar Park 5:55
- 6 Romantic Voyage 3:29
- 7 Memory of Uday 3:58
- 8 West Eats Meat 6:10
- 9 Reunion 4:18
- 10 Supplication 3:18
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Rise
Anoushka Shankar
Continues the exploration of Indian classical with modern elements, blending tradition and contemporary soundscapes.
Making Music
Zakir Hussain
Fuses traditional Indian rhythms with global influences, creating a rich sonic tapestry similar to Shankar's work.
Ok
Talvin Singh
Combines Indian classical music with electronic beats, offering a vibrant fusion that resonates with Tana Mana's spirit.
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