Karunesh was born in 1956 in Cologne, Germany. Although he had been drawn to music as a child and played in bands as a teen, he chose to study graphic design as a career. After attaining his degree, the path did not feel right for him and as sometimes happens when we need to be reminded of a critical need for a change in direction, Karunesh was involved in a serious motorcycle accident. For two weeks, he was suspended between life and death, and this experience sparked the beginning of his spiritual path.
In 1979 he made his first journey to India and began to follow his heart. Karunesh later lived in an ashram in Germany for five years. Here, he had the opportunity to learn from and play together with musicians from cultures around the world. Music was a vital part of the mystical experience being pursued and where Karunesh (Sanskrit for "compassion") says he developed the ability to weave different styles and feelings together into a living symbiosis - a symbiosis carried by his own very unique and personal "melodies from the heart."
In 1984 Karunesh released his first album Sounds of the Heart, an album that quickly became a classic in the new age genre. More albums followed. With 450,000 albums sold to date, Karunesh has become established as one of the best-known artists in the genre.
BEYOND BODY & MIND BY KARUNESH
A meditation to calm body and mind. It intensifies the connection with the higher self in the simplest of ways. A sound detachment from everyday happenings.
With melodies to lift the spirit, Beyond Heaven is rich in creativity and joy. The mix of percussion with soft flutes, piano and strings is relaxing, yet enjoying."
1. Endless Skies MP3 clip
2. Beyond Heaven
3. Beautiful Day
4. Mojave
5. Like a Cloud
6. Windrider
7. Heart To Heart
8. Light Within
9. Moonrise (A Beautiful Day Reprise)
PLAYING TIME 50:52
CD PRICE $15.00
BEYOND TIME BY KARUNESH
A compilatiion of Karunesh favorites from his albums Sounds of the Heart, Colours of Light, Sky's Beyond and Heart Symphony.
1. Sweet Dreams 4:54 MP3 clip
2. Atlantis 8:20
3. Love Song 4:20
4. Inner Temple 5:23
5. Japanese Spring 5:52
6. Sky's Beyond 9:09
7. End Of A Day 5:02
8. Commune 4:59
9. Back Home 6:09
10. Indian Summer 5:09
11. Wide Open 5:46
12. Sounds Of The Heart II 2:53
PLAYING TIME 68:09
CD PRICE $15.00
CALL OF THE MYSTIC BY KARUNESH
Karunesh continues his explorations of spirituality and Asian mysticism with his third release for Real Music - CALL OF THE MYSTIC. The multi-instrumentalists flair for melodies that are lightly rhythmic, a tad melancholic and focused on Asian instruments like bansuri flute, tabla and Indian violin once again in showcased with this album of dreamy sonorities. The album is meant to create an atmosphere conducive to stillness and meditative healing practices. To that end, it definitely makes you want to sit back, relax and ponder your spirituality for about 50 minutes. The overall sound and feel of the album is very similar to what you've heard on his previous albums for Real Music; no surprises here, just quality meditation music.
1. For the Joy of it All 6:25
2. Hearing You Now 6:46
3. Monsoon's Dance 6:55
4. Mount Kailash 5:59
5. Sunrise at the Ganges 5:56
6. Zensual 7:22
7. And the Grass Grows By Itself 5:40
8. Ancient Voices 5:20
Lively melodies and cheerful harmonies sparkle through waves of sound. Together with mystical moments Colours Of Light will induce a joyful and positive atmosphere. In one word: a classic.
GLOBAL SPIRIT is a showcase for the tried and true musical formula of Karunesh. With an arsenal of different instruments at his disposal (flutes, drums, sitar, didgeridoo, violin, synthesizers), the artist concocts spirited tunes that range from quiet, Asian-hued and introspective to celebratory tribal dance anthems. The latter can be felt in the happy energy of the African-themed "Kubula Ma" and the mystical dance beats of "Bombay Pure." Chants and panflutes commingle in moody trancescapes on "Native Rituals" and "Earthsong" (which is repeated later on the CD as a reprise) evokes a sense of peace and connection with the earth. Joining the multi-instrumentalist are guest artists Govi, Nicholas Kern and Don Lax. Overall, this is a great collection of contemporary worldbeat songs.
1. Call of the Tribes 4:40
2. Punjab 7:12
3. Native Rituals 5:16
4. Earthsong 5:45
5. Bombay Pure 5:34
6. Ancient Secrets 4:55
7. Kabula Ma 5:01
8. Alibaba 8:31
9. Solitude 7:13
10. Earthsong (Reprise) 2:44
The upbeat interplay of diverse cultures meeting in harmony once again reflects Karunesh's inspired artistry. All of this clearly influences Global Village: sensual dance grooves, the island spirit, globe spanning instrumentation with a strong Indian influence, and refreshing ambient sound. Renowned for his emotionally rich ambient music Karunesh takes us a little further on a moving and meaningful journey.
1. Prayer Of Joy 4:40 MP3 clip
2. Orient Express 5:30
3. Earth Spirit 5:52
4. Helele Ma 5:42
5. Tranceformation 4:58
6. Arabian Nights 5:25
7. Beyond Heaven (Remix) 6:36
8. Om Namo 5:12
9. Krishna's Song 7:12
PLAYING TIME 51:12
CD PRICE $15.00
HEART CHAKRA MEDITATION BY KARUNESH
The rhythm and sounds of soft drums, Tibetan sound bowls, keyboards,bells, gong and chimes make this a perfect accompaniment to breath, movement and meditation exercises. The soulful, warm compositions capture the natural
movement of the breath cycle and heartbeat. Includes a booklet with meditation
instructions.
With albums like ZEN BREAKFAST and CALL OF THE MYSTIC, multi-instrumentalist/producer Karunesh has mastered the art of blending spirituality with compelling world fusion music. JOY OF LIFE continues down that road and is possibly his most Eastern themed album to date, relying on the weepy drones of Indian strings and the breathy Bansuri to give his compositions a mystical flair. In the rhythm department, Karunesh doesn't stray far from the formula of his past offerings, with his signature brand of mood-drenched grooves (sprinkled with tabla beats and regional percussion) blending with smooth and meditative synth atmospheres. The frosting on the cake is the guest artists Karunesh has assembled, which include Govi, Chinmaya Dunster and Bikram, who help to make this album as much oh a joy as the title implies.
1. Morning Celebration 5:12
2. Longing For the Unknown 7:23
3. Evening Reflections 7:10
4. Flowing Bamboo 6:09
5. Return of the Rains 5:48
6. Joy of Life 6:57
7. Sahara Sunset 5:54
8. Shruti's Song 6:30
Melodies that touch the heart, rhythms to make you dance, music that spreads the mysteries and magic of various cultures.
CD PRICE $16.00
ZEN BREAKFAST
Exotic cross-cultural influences and gentle instrumentation make the perfect ingredients for a ZEN BREAKFAST from Karunesh. This visionary recording artist puts the listener in a place of stillness and peace where images of lush Asian landscapes and natural splendor are propigated in their thoughts while beautiful melodies massage their soul. Layers of piano, guitar and flutes lightly float through each of Karunesh's sonic landscapes joining dancing synthesizers, vocal textures and wind chimes, creating a sense of calm and serenity. ZEN BREAKFAST is an enchanting meditational album that will aid anyone in their search for wisdom, understanding and forethought. Acclaimed artist Govi provides accompaniment on guitar and sitar.
1. Moon Temple 5:49
2. Calling Wisdom 5:32
3. Breathing Silence 7:11
4. Remembering to Forget 6:01
5. Zen Breakfast 5:56
6. Flowing With the Tea 5:12
7. Layers of Tranquility 7:07
8. Returning to Now 4:51
9. Way of the Winding Valley 5:45
10. Tao and Zen 3:08
MP3 clip CD PRICE $16.00
With melodies to lift the spirit, Beyond Heaven is rich in creativity and joy. The mix of percussion with soft flutes, piano and strings is relaxing, yet enjoying."
A compilatiion of Karunesh favorites from his albums Sounds of the Heart, Colours of Light, Sky's Beyond and Heart Symphony.
Karunesh continues his explorations of spirituality and Asian mysticism with his third release for Real Music - CALL OF THE MYSTIC. The multi-instrumentalists flair for melodies that are lightly rhythmic, a tad melancholic and focused on Asian instruments like bansuri flute, tabla and Indian violin once again in showcased with this album of dreamy sonorities. The album is meant to create an atmosphere conducive to stillness and meditative healing practices. To that end, it definitely makes you want to sit back, relax and ponder your spirituality for about 50 minutes. The overall sound and feel of the album is very similar to what you've heard on his previous albums for Real Music; no surprises here, just quality meditation music.
GLOBAL SPIRIT is a showcase for the tried and true musical formula of Karunesh. With an arsenal of different instruments at his disposal (flutes, drums, sitar, didgeridoo, violin, synthesizers), the artist concocts spirited tunes that range from quiet, Asian-hued and introspective to celebratory tribal dance anthems. The latter can be felt in the happy energy of the African-themed "Kubula Ma" and the mystical dance beats of "Bombay Pure." Chants and panflutes commingle in moody trancescapes on "Native Rituals" and "Earthsong" (which is repeated later on the CD as a reprise) evokes a sense of peace and connection with the earth. Joining the multi-instrumentalist are guest artists Govi, Nicholas Kern and Don Lax. Overall, this is a great collection of contemporary worldbeat songs.
The upbeat interplay of diverse cultures meeting in harmony once again reflects Karunesh's inspired artistry. All of this clearly influences Global Village: sensual dance grooves, the island spirit, globe spanning instrumentation with a strong Indian influence, and refreshing ambient sound. Renowned for his emotionally rich ambient music Karunesh takes us a little further on a moving and meaningful journey.
The rhythm and sounds of soft drums, Tibetan sound bowls, keyboards,bells, gong and chimes make this a perfect accompaniment to breath, movement and meditation exercises. The soulful, warm compositions capture the natural
movement of the breath cycle and heartbeat. Includes a booklet with meditation
instructions.
With albums like ZEN BREAKFAST and CALL OF THE MYSTIC, multi-instrumentalist/producer Karunesh has mastered the art of blending spirituality with compelling world fusion music. JOY OF LIFE continues down that road and is possibly his most Eastern themed album to date, relying on the weepy drones of Indian strings and the breathy Bansuri to give his compositions a mystical flair. In the rhythm department, Karunesh doesn't stray far from the formula of his past offerings, with his signature brand of mood-drenched grooves (sprinkled with tabla beats and regional percussion) blending with smooth and meditative synth atmospheres. The frosting on the cake is the guest artists Karunesh has assembled, which include Govi, Chinmaya Dunster and Bikram, who help to make this album as much oh a joy as the title implies.
Exotic cross-cultural influences and gentle instrumentation make the perfect ingredients for a ZEN BREAKFAST from Karunesh. This visionary recording artist puts the listener in a place of stillness and peace where images of lush Asian landscapes and natural splendor are propigated in their thoughts while beautiful melodies massage their soul. Layers of piano, guitar and flutes lightly float through each of Karunesh's sonic landscapes joining dancing synthesizers, vocal textures and wind chimes, creating a sense of calm and serenity. ZEN BREAKFAST is an enchanting meditational album that will aid anyone in their search for wisdom, understanding and forethought. Acclaimed artist Govi provides accompaniment on guitar and sitar.
