Maha Mantra tune we performed  for Mantra Live 
You can watch the video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RmermuAW8Q

Padmarani - piano & vocals
Hari Kirtan Kaufmann - guitar
Zak - cajon
Steve Torrence - clarinet

Maha Mantra (LIVE from the mustard fields of Mayapur)

Bhaja Govindam - Madi Das & Jahnavi Harrison

Short clips from my debut album, available to purchase online on iTunes, Amazon, Google Play and on Mantralogy.com



Hymn for Govinda

~Traditional bhajan by Jiva Goswami with the original tune by Padma-rani~
(1)
krsna prema mayi radha
radha prema mayo harih
jivane nidhane nityam
radha krsnau gatir mama
(2)
krsnasya dravinam radha
radhaya dravinan harih
jivane nidhane nityam
radha krsnau gatir mama
(3)
krsna prana mayi radha
radha prana mayo harih
jivane nidhane nityam
radha krsnau gatir mama
(4)
krsna drava mayi radha
radha drava mayo harih
jivane nidhane nityam
radha krsnau gatir mama
(5)
krsna gehe sthita radha
radha gehe sthito harih
jivane nidhane nityam
radha krsnau gatir mama
(6)
krsna citta sthita radha
radha citta sthito harih
jivane nidhane nityam
radha krsnau gatir mama
(7)
nilambara dhara radha
pitambara dharo harih
jivane nidhane nityam
radha krsnau gatir mama
(8)
vrndavanesvari radha
krsno vrndavanesvarah
jivane nidhane nityam
radha krsnau gatir mama
 
(1) Radha is made of pure love for Krishna and Hari is made of pure love for Radha. In life or in death, Radha and Krishna are my eternal shelter.

(2) Radha is the treasure of Krsna and Hari is the treasure of Radha. Life’s greatest wealth is Radha and Krsna: my eternal shelter.

(3) Radha pervades the life-force of Krsna and Hari pervades the life-force of Radha. Life’s greatest wealth is Radha and Krsna: my eternal shelter.

(4) Radha is totally melted with Krsna and Hari is totally melted with Radha. Life’s greatest wealth is Radha and Krsna: my eternal shelter.

(5) Radha is situated in the body of Krsna and Hari is situated in the body of Radha. Life’s greatest wealth is Radha and Krsna: my eternal shelter.

(6) Radha is fixed in the heart of Krsna and Hari is fixed in the heart of Radha. Life’s greatest wealth is Radha and Krsna: my eternal shelter.

(7) Radha wears cloth of blue color and Hari wears cloth of yellow color. Life’s greatest wealth is Radha and Krsna: my eternal shelter.

(8) Radha is the Mistress of Vrndavana and Krsna is the Master of Vrndavana. Life’s greatest wealth is Radha and Krsna: my eternal shelter.
Listen:

Krishna Prema Mayi Radha feat. Kirtan Premi

English Translation:

SRI GURV-ASTAKAM:
The spiritual master is receiving benediction from the ocean of mercy. Just as a cloud pours water on a forest fire to extinguish it, so the spiritual master delivers the materially afflicted world by extinguishing the blazing fire of material existence. I offer my respectful obeisances unto the lotus feet of such a spiritual master, who is an ocean of auspicious qualities.
Chanting the holy name, dancing in ecstasy, singing, and playing musical instruments, the spiritual master is always gladdened by the sańkīrtana movement of Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu. Because he is relishing the mellows of pure devotion within his mind, sometimes his hair stands on end, he feels quivering in his body, and tears flow from his eyes like waves. I offer my respectful obeisances unto the lotus feet of such a spiritual master.
The spiritual master is always engaged in the temple worship of Srī Srī Rādhā and Kṛṣṇa. He also engages his disciples in such worship. They dress the Deities in beautiful clothes and ornaments, clean Their temple, and perform other similar worship of the Lord. I offer my respectful obeisances unto the lotus feet of such a spiritual master.
The spiritual master is always offering Kṛṣṇa four kinds of delicious food [analyzed as that which is licked, chewed, drunk, and sucked]. When the spiritual master sees that the devotees are satisfied by eating bhagavat-prasāda, he is satisfied. I offer my respectful obeisances unto the lotus feet of such a spiritual master.
The spiritual master is always eager to hear and chant about the unlimited conjugal pastimes of Rādhikā and Mādhava, and Their qualities, names, and forms. The spiritual master aspires to relish these at every moment. I offer my respectful obeisances unto the lotus feet of such a spiritual master.
The spiritual master is very dear, because he is expert in assisting the gopīs, who at different times make different tasteful arrangements for the perfection of Rādhā and Kṛṣṇa's conjugal loving affairs within the groves of Vṛndāvana. I offer my most humble obeisances unto the lotus feet of such a spiritual master.
The spiritual master is to be honored as much as the Supreme Lord, because he is the most confidential servitor of the Lord. This is acknowledged in all revealed scriptures and followed by all authorities. Therefore I offer my respectful obeisances unto the lotus feet of such a spiritual master, who is a bona fide representative of Srī Hari [Kṛṣṇa].
By the mercy of the spiritual master one receives the benediction of Kṛṣṇa. Without the grace of the spiritual master, one cannot make any advancement. Therefore, I should always remember and praise the spiritual master. At least three times a day I should offer my respectful obeisances unto the lotus feet of my spiritual master.
One who, with great care and alteration, loudly recites this beautiful prayer to the spiritual master during the Brahma-muhurta hour obtains direct service to Krsna, the Lord of Vrndavana, at the time of his death.

From: "Stavamrta Lahari" by  Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakura.

Srila Prabhupada Bhajans: Sri Sri Gurv-Astaka ~ Prayers To The Spiritual Master

‎"Oh, how glorious are they whose tongues are chanting Your holy name! Even if born in the families of dog-eaters, such persons are worshipable. Persons who chant the holy name of Your Lordship must have executed all kinds of austerities and fire sacrifices and achieved all the good manners of the Āryans. To be chanting the holy name of Your Lordship, they must have bathed at holy places of pilgrimage, studied the Vedas and fulfilled everything required."

-Srimad-Bhagavatam, 3.33.7

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Rehearsing for a special concert on 26th November, in honour of Shri Shri Radha Londonisvara, who were installed in the shrine of the Radha Krishna Temple in Soho, 48 years ago. Please join us for a wonderful celebration!

https://www.rldb.info/civicrm/event/register?id=117&reset=1

Vande Krishna "Sweetheart of the Gopis" Rehearsal

My track is somehow connected with the late Janaki who was an instrumental supporter of the Mantra Lounge albums.
It's a tune we jammed together before & one I enjoy doing when in deep mood of separation.
I put it forward to Jag, the producer & he took an immediate like to it.

Pre-order now on Itunes: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/1464593974

Mantra Lounge Vol 3

Maha Mantra - In The Mood Of Separation

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Maha Mantra - In The Mood Of Separation - Narada

Sacinandana Swami - Hare Krishna Kirtan IV

Kishori Mohan das and Sudevi - Hare Krishna

With deepest thanks to Jay and Radhi for hosting us for a truly memorable afternoon of singing from the heart. We hope these recordings bring uplifting remembrance and inspiration!

 Musicians featured are: Ben Hazleton (double bass), Madhva Anderson (percussion), Matt Coldrick (guitar), Vasudeva Jones (flute, percussion), Keshava Jones (percussion) and the voices of Matt, Madhva, Ben, Keshava, Vasudeva, Willow and Kim and of course all of you!

Many thanks to Matt Coldrick for recording and editing.

Vande Krishna "Sweetheart of the Gopis" Rehearsal

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