Thom Birch Chanting Soul Tracks: 1. Ode to the Lotus 2. Shiva Dance 3. Perfect Consciousness 4. Krishna Dreams 5. Guru's Lament 6. Patanjali's Raga 7. Ode to the Lotus #2 Line up: Thom Birch - Vocals, Guitar John O'Reilly - Drums Record Label / Year of Release: Clover Records 2002 Notes: Thom Birch, an Irish American, was born and raised in the Bronx. He performed in a motown style soul band as a child, as well as performing as a folk singer. It was the street environment of the Bronx that developed Thom's musical style and unique sound. The past twenty years brought him to become a nationally renowned US yoga instructor and skillful Sanskrit chanter. The CD, "Chanting Soul", is where urban American music meets classical Eastern chanting. Thom is retired from teaching yoga and is presently devoted to an exceptional musical career. His live performances leave the audience in a standing ovation!