by Kitzie | Aug 1, 2012 | Kitzie’s Mom, New World Kirtan Podcast
Grieving is a process. I must keep reminding myself of this as I move through its seasons in my life. “This time last year” is very much up, and as I move toward the anniversary of my mother’s death I again find myself drawn to kirtan. It helps me to...
by Kitzie | Jul 2, 2012 | Kirtan Live!, New World Kirtan Podcast
What a day here in Madison! A stellar kirtan lineup, some wonderful fellowship within the community, and a rockin’, funky “Hey Shiva Shankara” from Dave Stringer. Interviews with Mike Cohen, Joni Allen, Brenda McMorrow, Luna Ray & Ragani! A feast...
by Kitzie | Jun 30, 2012 | Kirtan Live!, New World Kirtan Podcast
Saturday at the very first Bhakti Fest in the Midwest! In this special edition of the podcast we have an interview with Sridhar Silberfein, a fun chant from David Newman’s set and Krishna Das’ opening prayer & chant. Enjoy, dear ones– wish you...
by Kitzie | Jun 20, 2012 | Let’s Play Kirtan!, New World Kirtan Podcast
The “Let’s Play Kirtan” sets are designed for those of you who like to sing kirtan & accompany yourself on an instrument. They’re also for those of you who are thinking of forming a kirtan band. The New World Kirtan Band plays covers of the...
by Kitzie | Jun 12, 2012 | Fresh Tracks, New World Kirtan Podcast
I love the Fresh Tracks sets, as they’re my opportunity to introduce you to artists who are either new to the podcast or who have newly released CDs. This week’s offering is mostly from artists I saw at Shakti Fest last month. There are some stellar...
by Kitzie | Jun 2, 2012 | Kirtan Live!, New World Kirtan Podcast
Festivals like Shakti Fest have a curious effect on those who go — after every festival it feels as though we’ve been somehow re-wired, and it’s hard to come back from that blissful place. The trick is to not come back, but to stay in the bliss...