AntarmaMusic (SriMatangi) Djembe Rhythms, Devi Slokas, Soothing Guitar

Growing up in London, Antarma's influences and collaborations are truly multicultural - from Ancient Sanskrit Mantras of the Sanatan Dharma Indian Tradition as well as the Amazonian, Sufi and African Brazilian Sacred Traditions. He integrated these teachings into his music skills as a rapper and percussionist, then made his name busking on the streets of London, immersing hundreds with a single drum and vocal.

Antarma took this same vibrancy into powerful events that fuse meditation, chanting, song and dance into a fully interactive journey, bringing audiences into deep connection and ecstatic joy - an experience to celebrate life’s ups and downs together. Whether playing solo for thousands at festivals or intimate groups at retreats / events, he takes people through transformational, life affirming experiences with music, joyful celebration, poetry and mantra sadhana (practice).

His upbeat Djembe Drumming can make any crowd go wild and come together. Often you will find him dancing amongst them getting everyone involved. Antarma can adapt a variety of music onto the djembe and has a unique spectrum of offerings:

• Desi Indian Rhythms, Garbha, Bhangra, Bhajan Kirtan Styles
• African Brasilian, Afrobeat rhythms
• Modern remixes like Jungle Garage and Hip Hop
• Auspicious for blessing marriages:
  • A full spectrum of Deeply Relaxing Mantras Slokas especially Lalita Sahasranama and Ganapathi Shiva Devi and Narayana Mantras
  • Guided meditations and specially adapted English mantra translations with blessing of his Guru Mata Vijnanamba Paramahamsa Parivrajika, make the meaning of ancient Slokas of Sanatan Dharma feel relevant to the minds and hearts of today.
• Traditional Wedding Celebration Music
  • Collaborating with Traditional South Indian Tamil and Nadaswaram or with Dhol players with Djembe brings an energetic twist
  • Collaborating on percussion and MC with Desi Bhangra Bollywood DJs and urban Hip hop Jungle style

Antarma also has a great network of artists and musicians from all genres and backgrounds who can accompany him as a full band or as duos (listed below). If you have something in mind and want to explore options get in touch and we will help create the right vibe for you:

• Internationally renowned table, dhol, multi percussionist and loop pedalist Alok Verma
• Master Kora, African Harp and Djembe Drum player from Senegal Malick Kouyate
• Incredible Carnatic and Fusion Indian violinist Kumar Raghunathan
• Inspirational bassist from Brasil Tiago Santoaine
• Indigenous Native Mexican Flute and Vocal prayers from Hugo Tlequahtli and Reuben Wonton
• Soft relaxing acoustic Guitar with western Harpist Aryaya playing instrumental renditions of bhajans and shabads
• Medicine Music and acoustic Reggae and Hip hop collaborations with various artists, including Chantelle and Lewis.

Antarma has shared globally at live concerts, ceremonies and retreats in the UK, Portugal, Hungary, Czech Republic, Estonia, Italy, France, Bali, India, Malaysia and more. He has featured at festivals including Udaya Live - Bulgaria, Geneva International Yoga Festival, Mind Body Spirit - London, LoveJam, All About Love and Medicine in England.

Antarma’s debut singles, Aum Shakti Aum and Just to Live, have been well received and it is humbling to hear how many hearts continue to feel deeply moved by the message and Peace that comes through the songs. ‘You are Loved’ is the next single being released in September 2023.

All the music mantras and practices Antarma shares are intended to bring the highest, deepest Peace, Joy, Celebration and Love for all hearts, for nature and for all beings. Honouring and giving Gratitude to the Sacred Traditions and for life Herself!

It’s a blessing just to live. Please reach out to talk about how Antarma can bring the joy of music and celebration to your event, all is possible!