Welcome to my interview with Jacob Edgar to learn more about the world of Putumayo World Music , a unique record label that has redefined how we experience global music. Founded in 1993, Putumayo has carved a niche for itself by celebrating cultural diversity through music, making it accessible to audiences worldwide. In a recent Shambhu Sessions podcast, I sat down with Jacob, who is a key figure behind the label, to discuss its origins, evolution, and vision for the futu

"Bridges" pianist and composer Daniel Treviño In this Artist Spotlight , I had the pleasure of speaking with Mexican pianist and composer Daniel Treviño about his debut solo album Bridges . What unfolds in our 13-minute conversation is more than the story of a record. It is the story of a quiet, persistent dream — one that waited patiently for decades before finding its moment. A River of Beautiful Emotions As a teenager in Guadalajara, Daniel first encountered the music of

A New Way to Listen, Share, and Support New Music Over the past months, my podcast series Shambhu Sessions has grown in ways I’m deeply grateful for. What began as a series of intimate conversations with artists I feel passionate about has resonated with listeners, musicians, and music community members around the world. With that growth has come an increasing number of requests from producers, managers, and publicists asking if I would interview their clients for the podcas

In the latest episode of Shambhu Sessions , host Shambhu engages in an inspiring conversation with Eugene Friesen, a four-time Grammy Award-winning cellist known for reimagining the role of the cello in modern music. With a career that has spanned decades, Eugene shares his journey through music, his influences, and the profound connection between improvisation and creativity. WATCH / LISTEN : https://pods.to/s2e3 Section 1: Early Musical Influences Eugene Friesen's journey

By Shambhu. In a world humming with noisy headlines, financial jitters, and divided political discourse, moments of stillness have become rare — and precious. Stillness is that quiet space where the breath deepens, anxiety lightens, and the mind has space to unwind. Quogue Promo Video Quogue Morning , a piece inspired by my walks through the Quogue Wildlife Refuge , grew out of those moments. This is more than a song - it's an invitation to go back to a simpler rhythm and a

By Steve Sheppard The beauty of this song isn’t purely its structures or even arrangement, it is the place that it comes from, the very heart and soul of the composer, this is simplicity in musical creation, taken from a twinkling in time, a halcyon moment at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge , a natural born manifestation of tone and timbre and called Quogue Morning by guitarist supreme Shambhu . Quogue Morning Single Art I can really relate to this as it is something I too have d

Introduction: In the first episode of Shambhu Sessions Season 2, we dive deep into the musical world of Michael Manring , a bassist known for his innovative approach and distinctive voice. From his early inspirations to his groundbreaking collaborations, this episode captures the essence of a journey that has shaped the landscape of contemporary music. Early Life and Musical Influences: Michael Manring's passion for music was ignited in his childhood home, where a variety o

My first single for 2026 is Quogue Morning, a song born not from words, but from footsteps. There is a place I return to again and again, especially in the early hours, when the day is still forming its first thoughts. The Quogue Wildlife Refuge is where I walk without an agenda, simple to be. A place where nature sets a gentle tempo and the mind follows. The trails wind through woods and wetlands, past still ponds that hold the sky like a memory, and under trees that seem t

by Shambhu I first discovered the calming power of meditative music through the music of my Guru, Sri Chinmoy. His music was rooted in the Indian tradition, played on Indian instruments, and carried a deep inner stillness. When I listened, something essential shifted inside me. The noise of my life softened. My breath slowed. It felt as though a quiet and sunlit inner space opened, one where I could rest, be and grow. Over time, I came to understand that this kind of music do

The gentle strumming of a guitar, the ethereal sound of a flute, the soft hum of a voice. For centuries, music has been humanity’s most profound companion on the journey to inner peace. In an increasingly chaotic world, the pursuit of calm is a universal yearning. New Age, ambient, and contemplative music stand as a conduit to that tranquil state. This relationship, deeply rooted in both ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience, finds eloquent expression in the insights of reno

Shambhu recorded the Creative Conversations podcast with Australian guitarist Ian Cameron Smith. Check it out below.

by RJ Lannan New Age Guitarist and composer Shambhu is noted for his laid back, Yoga influenced recordings. His last three releases,...

by Dyan Garris In mindfulness practices, the lotus symbolizes the ability to rise above distractions and obstacles to achieve inner...

by Jonathan Widran In March 2025, Shambhu found a beautiful, innovative way to both reflect upon and cap an impactful and inspiring 15...

by Steve Sheppard The soft tapestry of an acoustic guitar is a wonderful thing; its emotive tone creates rich palettes of character and...

by Kathy Parsons Lotus Dream is the tenth album/EP (plus a number of singles) from award-winning guitarist and composer Shambhu, an...

Catch Shambhu's interview on The Final on Vinyl with Keith Hannaleck, New Age Music Reviews, where he talks about Lotus Dream.

by Dyan Garris In mindfulness practices, the lotus symbolizes the ability to rise above distractions and obstacles to achieve inner...

by Keith Hannaleck, New Age Music Reviews Lotus Dream  will be Shambhu’s tenth proper album. Clearly, this is an individual who has...

I’m excited to share that my greatest hits album, TRANSCENDENCE , is now available on vinyl — a format that brings warmth, depth, and...