Performers

Madhava

A native of Mauritius, Madhava was given his first drum at the age of 5. At 18, he moved to Vrindavan, a place of pilgrimage in India where kirtan has been practised continuously for centuries. Madhava travels extensively around the world with his wife Radhika and his band Gaura Prema, enlivening audiences with the power of devotional kirtan. He fuses his Mauritian roots with the influences of India to produce a unique style of kirtan, but the main ingredient is his heartfelt bhakti.

website : kirtanforever

Premanjali

Premanjali is a kirtan singer with a deep love for mantra and bhakti. Her kirtan is heartfelt and immersive, blending traditional melodies with a soulful, contemporary touch. Whether in a small gathering or a festival setting, she invites everyone to sing from the heart and experience the joy of sacred sound.

Tarana Caitanya

Tarana Caitanya is a Croatian kirtan artist whose passion for music and spirituality began in his early childhood. As a teenager, he lived in a bhakti yoga ashram as a monk, immersing himself in devotional practices. Later, he transitioned to lay life, continuing his journey as a kirtan singer and lecturer.

Sri Prahlada

Sri Prahlada, a seasoned Kirtan artist, began his musical journey in ashrams in Australia and India. With a natural talent for music, he won a recording contract at 12 and has since performed Kirtan in various styles before large audiences worldwide. Mentored by renowned teachers, he now resides in NYC, regularly leading Kirtans all over the city and enchanting the crowd with his soulful voice and devotion. Prahlada’s Kirtan sessions feature not only musical chanting but also storytelling and teachings from the bhakti-yoga tradition, inviting audiences on a transformative journey of devotion and spiritual awakening.

website : sriprahlada.com

Sacinandana Swami

Śacīnandana Swami is a spiritual teacher and kirtan leader who inspires seekers on the path of bhakti. He is known for his deep absorption in the holy name and his ability to guide others into the heart of chanting. Through kirtan, retreats, and sharing the wisdom of the bhakti tradition, he creates spaces for sincere spiritual experience. His kirtan carries both meditative depth and joyous devotion, inviting all to enter the sacred world of divine sound.

http://www.sacinandanaswami.com

Bada Haridas

Known for his inspiring and soulful chants, Bada Haridas has studied and performed Indian devotional music, including Indian classical music and raga since 1975. Bada Haridas artistically blends his many influences to create unique music in celebration of the divine. He travels internationally, presenting seminars on Vaisnava songs and devotional practices. He is also a celebrated Kirtan singer and performs at festivals around the world.

badaharidas.com

Gaura Vani

Gaura Vani is an american Artist, Actor, Producer, Teacher, Father, Family man, and to the core a Kirtaniya. Gaura Vani grew up in the ashrams of the Hare Krishna movement where his life was structured around the virtues of spiritual life. Maturing into adulthood, Gaura Vani started a career in Hollywood acting and producing Movies at a global industry standard. Since his career in Hollywood, he has helped to produce events and media for the sake of uplifting the community with Kirtan, music, Positive association, and the teachings of the spiritual teachers of ancient India.

link tree : GauraVani

Indradyumna Swami

Indradyumna Swami is a spiritual leader, traveling monk, public speaker, writer, photographer, and Kirtan leader. He has been traveling the world spreading the peaceful teachings of Bhakti Yoga and running large-scale festival programs which feature kirtan (mantra meditation set to music), theatrical presentations of Vedic texts, and prasadam (vegetarian food that has been offered to the Lord).

website : travelingmonk.com

Hari Kirtan

Hari Kirtan, a kirtan singer from South Africa, charms audiences with his gentle voice and soulful guitar melodies. Inspired by Bhakti Yoga, his heartfelt performances of sacred mantras create a sense of peace and unity. Through his music, Hari invites listeners on a journey of spiritual awakening and connection.

Radhika Ranjana

Radhika Das is a renowned kirtan artist and mantra meditation facilitator based in London. With over a decade of experience, he has dedicated himself to sharing the transformative power of kirtan Radhika has led kirtan sessions across the globe, gracing esteemed venues such as The British Museum and London’s Union Chapel. His approach seamlessly blends music with philosophy, aiming to bridge cultural and social divides. Through his heartfelt performances, Radhika inspires individuals from all walks of life to find solace, connection, and joy amidst life’s challenges.

Saci Suta

Saci Suta is a respected kirtaniya renowned for his fusion of traditional Indian melodies with contemporary rhythms, captivating audiences worldwide. With over a decade of musical experience, he channels his deep devotion to Bhakti Yoga into heartfelt performances that resonate deeply with listeners. Guided by his spiritual journey, Saci Suta’s music serves as a conduit for spreading messages of love, unity, and spiritual awakening, enriching the lives of all who encounter his soulful melodies.

instagram @saci.suta.das

Alexendra Tirsu (Barsana)

Alexandra Tirsu, a celebrated Moldovan violinist, has emerged as a standout figure in classical music while also maintaining a deep connection to kirtan and Bhakti traditions. Winner of the 2021 ARD Competition’s 3rd prize and audience award, she has also earned acclaim from competitions in Seoul and Osaka. Alongside her classical performances praised by critics, Alexandra is known for her dedication to bringing violin music to wider audiences and her collaborations with the renowned music-comedy duo Igudesman & Joo. Despite her classical acclaim, she remains rooted in her spiritual practice, regularly participating in kirtan events and drawing inspiration from Bhakti traditions. Alexandra plays the 1717 “Reiffenberg” Stradivari and is a Thomastik-Infeld artist.

website : Alexandra Tirsu

Prema Hamilton

Premananda Kirtan, formerly known as Prema Hamilton, is a dynamic jazz pianist and composer from Cape Town College of Music, South Africa. As the artistic director of the Prema Collective in New York, he unites musicians, dancers, and actors to create immersive performances inspired by the Bhakti tradition. Blending Sanskrit chants, applied theater, and soulful grooves, Premananda’s innovative approach deeply connects with audiences, fostering profound transformation through music and art.

instagram: Prema Hamilton

Ethan Smith

Ethan Smith, a musician from Cape Town, South Africa, found his musical home in Krakow, Poland, in 2016. Starting as a street performer in the city’s bustling squares, Smith quickly became a fixture in Krakow’s music scene. Despite transitioning to playing at venues and festivals, he continues to embrace street performance as a pure form of artistic expression. Smith’s impact on Krakow was solidified when a local artist painted a mural of him, showcasing his connection to the city and its people. Through various musical projects and collaborations, including bands like Neon Faces and The Afronauts, Smith’s genuine passion for music shines, captivating audiences both on the streets and on stage.

instagram: Ethan Smith

Ekacakra

Ekachakra Prana toured the world as a freelance bassist while searching for spiritual truth through yoga and meditation. After joining a Kirtan band, he became a full-time musical monk. Over the next several years he wrote books and songs about his experiences living in bhakti yoga ashrams and performing at festivals around the world. He recently settled in Silicon Valley at the request of his spiritual teacher, Vaisesika Dasa.

instagram : ekachakra prana