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Shakti
Soul / Fusion / Pop

Jedi Training & An Angel Over Me...



NYC Village/SOHO/Brooklyn/Bombay/3rd World/Utopia, New York
United States

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Last Login:  11/23/2009
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   Shakti: General Info
Member Since6/1/2005
Band Websitewww.shaktionline.com
InfluencesMy travels to India, Africa, Asia, Egypt, & the Middle East and growin' up in Singapore, Chicago, San Francisco, Detroit and New York! All of this..My music is GLOBAL its a reflection of my life. Most of all my Grandmother who taught me Indian Classical Singing and Michael Jackson who I learned about individualism from! Visual & All Performing Arts. John Coltrane, Yuseff Lateef, Miles Davis, Sarah Vaughn, Nina Simone, Billie Holiday, the truth, Nusrat Fetah Ali Khan, Soul Music that comes from the heart, Motown, Sunday Church Service, Spiritual Music, Real Life Experiences, Love & human passion.
Sounds LikeA Mix of straight up R&B, Hip-Hop, and Pop with Spicy Indian/Gypsy flavors. This Bollywood beauty represents the East and the West!
Record LabelGlobal Soul Entertainment (My Own Company)
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Shakti
IT IS NOVEMBER MY PAGE WILL BE BACK UP IN THE NEAR FUTURE. I AM JEDI TRAINING FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS & FINDING MY ZEN. MY UPCOMING DEBUT RELEASE "FEMINENERGY" WILL BE OUT MORE INFO COMING SOON! THE SHAKTI BOUTIQUE WILL RE-OPEN FOR THE SPRING. OM...

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING PART OF THE SHAKTI TEAM SEND AN EMAIL TO SHAKTIONLINE@YAHOO.COM I AM LOOKING FOR FLY HOT TALENT IN THE AREAS OF MARKETING, GRAPHICS, PRODUCERS, COLLABORATORS, STREET TEAM, BOOKING & MANAGEMENT FOLK, AND ANYBODY THAT CAN MUTUALLY BENEFIT. I ALSO AM SEEKING PRIVATE INVESTORS FOR MULTIPLE PROJECTS.

Namaste,

Before you read below I would like to say I am on here to share my dream with all of you which is my music, and would like you to get to know the person behind the music which consists of "Me" and my many sides. Since this is my music profile I am really not here to date in all honesty. I am flattered by all the love & interest, but right now my career is taking everything out of me. I have a lot of people depending on me and as much as I believe in balance I have to put my all into this and certain sacrafices have to be made. I have been an entertainer since I was six years old and went professional at twelve. For the time being I am married to music. Everything your seeing on here and hearing is and has been created from my own vision. I am always changing and evolving as an artist many things inspire me. I am grateful to MySpace for giving me a platform to share my life's work with all of you. Without the support and love from my fans I would be nowhere. I am grateful for the opportunity to be doing what I love. I don't have a big label backing me up nor do I really need one. I have people like yourself and believers all around me. I thank God everyday that I didn't have to quit going for this. I watched many of my friends quit and that hurt, but for me living without music is death as dramatic as it sounds. I have been my own obstacle and my worst critic. It has taken me a long time to see that I am a special unique individual and have something to give to the industry that nobody else has ever done. I believe in forward progression and innovation I am not one to follow fads and many things have influenced me. I have had a lot of pain in my life as well as love and that makes me a really passionate artist. I am a creator and music is my vehicle for changing lives. I am a first generation of immigrant parents. My current project has been seven years in the making and I am ready to share it with the world...OM

“I haven’t heard anyone like her mixing Indian music the way she does…” -Wyclef Jean

“Yeah you got that swing girl…you got that emotion in your sound,” -Wynton Marsalis

“Shakti knows her culture at the same time she grew up over here. The music speaks for itself.” -Russell Simmons

“Feminine energy that communicates through impulses, sensations and feelings”

Global Soul Entertainment, Inc. introduces SHAKTI to the Universe. Exuding glamour and verve like a glistening eastern gem, her debut record "Feminenergy” contains rich eastern beats mixed with melodies reminiscent of Indian ragas and soulful R&B. Interweaving Pop and Urban grooves “The First Indian Hip-Pop Diva” draws from her ethnic heritage with extreme fluidity. Shakti defines Feminine Energy and Power! Born to parents of East Indian and Malaysian/Singaporean descent, Detroit “Motown” Michigan would not only be her physical birthplace, but also the backdrop to the evolution of her musical style. Shakti’s mother came from a Hindu-Brahmin and performing arts family and her father came from an impoverished gypsy family with an entrepreneurial spirit. Going against the caste system they immigrated to the US to live the “American Dream.” Struggling to make it they settled in the 7 mile area of Detroit. Surrounded by the urban sounds of Hip-Hop, R&B and Jazz Shakti was privileged to experience the best of both worlds. At home it was a traditional Indian upbringing while outside there were kids beat boxing and spinning on cardboard. Encompassing her home life with street surroundings, she coined a style all of her own and the birth of 'East meets West' began. Shakti recognized at an early age that she wanted to bridge cultures through music. Shakti has evolved into an ambassador of global style and culture. She will mesmerize you with an exotic beauty that oozes self-possessed sensuality. At the same time she is a humanitarian stating that “Music is her vehicle to change lives."

Shakti went to Interlochen Arts Academy for Junior High and relocated to California to advance her acting and modeling career. Persuing a formal education she attended the esteemed Berklee College of Music after turning down a Scholarship to the New School in New York she attended numerous schools earning her Bachelor of Music degree in Classical Voice/Opera and Jazz studies. Receiving a scholarship, she went on and obtained her Masters in Music from The Chicago Musical College. Shakti garnered production and engineering credits at recording studios such as Chicago Recording Company and Chicago Trax Studios (R. Kelley’s Chocolate Factory).

Shakti’s stage performance captures audiences worldwide. After studying Bharathanatyam (Indian Classical dance) and Oriental (Belly) Dance for years, she fused a dance style that is as unique as her personality. “Feminenergy” features Heather Hunter and other guest appearances. Innovatively produced by "Bellringer" and an Internationally acclaimed team of producers from 3 continents including Bollywood's Karthik Raaja, Lounge Lizzards Aaron "Freedom" Lyles (Michael Jackson, Erykah Badu, Angie Stone) and The Jettsonz (Nina Sky, Tarkan). Today's mundane samples are quickly put to shame and Shakti, simply put, is authentic… the real deal!

Global Soul Records invites you to experience the sounds, energy and spirit of Shakti…

FOR BUSINESS RELATED MATTERS ONLY CONTACT SHAKTI MANAGEMENT: E-mail: shaktionline@gmail.com or Tel: 1.212.505.2093






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Chaos Curbs

Chaos Curbs



Nov 13 2009 5:16 PM

Hi Shakti,
Surprise, it's been a while huh...
How have you been lately, hope everything's well & good !
Sorry for not showin' up earlier but I've been in and outta town for the past month...
Today I finally had some time to catch up here !
Hope all's goin' your way !
Wishin' you an excellent weekend
Greets & Respect from Belgium
xo
Serge "CC"
INC Studio /Soul Wrapz /Worldwide

INC Studio /Soul Wrapz /Worldwide



Nov 13 2009 5:16 PM





Robin Renee

Robin Renee



Nov 13 2009 5:15 PM

Sorry to hear about your grandpa.  Blessings to his soul and yours.
Memory Motel

Memory Motel



Nov 13 2009 4:31 PM



God Bless




TOS-EL BASHIR THE PERCEPTOR (Tamarean Ansaar)

TOS-EL BASHIR THE PERCEPTOR (Tamarean Ansaar)



Nov 13 2009 4:26 PM

Peace Shakti

R.I.P. to your grandafther, I'll keep him in my prayers later..Keep your head up..Take Care...

Peace Queen
Lori

Lori



Nov 12 2009 4:56 AM

Thanks for the add ~ I love meeting new people!

Sending you much love and many blessings.

Stay in touch.

xoxo

Lori

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Nov 12 2009 4:55 AM

STOPPING BY TO SHOW SOME LOVE, DON'T BE A STRANGER. KEEP IT POPPIN, GHETTO_S_L_U_M ENT.
Sexxy-Mariah^_^

Mariah Garcia



Nov 12 2009 4:55 AM

Marco D’Amati

Marco D’Amati



Nov 11 2009 3:00 PM

Ciaoooooooooooooooooooooooooo :)
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Twitter.com/JaeBlvd - In Florida Till January



Nov 11 2009 3:00 PM

Hey thanks for the love showing it right back! I listened to your tunes def a dope artist we should collab in the future...
~Pullin' Hoe Cards~ FREE.S.S

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Nov 10 2009 10:51 PM


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Mr Budgie

Mr Budgie



Nov 10 2009 10:51 PM

Hi Shakti i have great news, my new website is now up and running, come take a look, even join-in, i hope to see you their. www.mrbudgie.com/budgie-pic
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gHeddy™

gHeddy™



Nov 10 2009 10:49 PM

HEY WHATS GOOD MAMA. HOWS IT GOIN? IM JUS SLIDN BY YO SPOT TO SHOW LUV & AT THE SAME TIME INVITIN YOU TO COME CHECK OUT SOME OF MY NEW MUSIK..DONT 4GET TO SIGN YOUR NAME IN MY GUESTBOOK..REPRESENT YO STATUS. THANKS. STAY FLY..
~gBoY~
Shaypoura

Shaypoura International



Nov 10 2009 10:49 PM

There is no better ecstasy felt than when hearing your favorite song for the first time...

community.shaypoura.com

Thanks for the add :)
ASG

ASG



Nov 10 2009 10:49 PM

Thanks for adding/accepting the ASG PAGE!!!!

 

We just added our first Single

Eriez Finest *Google Me*

Eriez Finest *Google Me*



Nov 10 2009 10:48 PM

Wut up jus slidin through 2 show ya page a lil love... If you get time return the favor, check out the new songs we posted, and leave a comment!

Jack

Jack



Nov 10 2009 10:48 PM


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ARX KAELI

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Nov 10 2009 10:48 PM

Hello. Thanks for add. Nice tracks on your page! Represent a new album ARX KAELI - Highway. 2009. Cd packed in wooden box with laser engraving, covered a grey varnish. Time 62 min. Best Regards.
BIG KILI-NEW SONG UP..."KAVA SESSION"

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Nov 10 2009 10:48 PM

WHATS UP...NEW SONG UP..."KAVA SESSION"...CHECK IT OUT...MUCH LOVE AND RESPECTS!
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Nov 10 2009 10:47 PM



 

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♥BabyJ♥

♥BabyJ♥



Nov 10 2009 10:47 PM

Hey Thara! Jus comin thru 2 show u n your page sum love! how u been?
Elemental Broadcast (Under Construction)

Elemental Broadcast (Under Construction)



Nov 10 2009 10:46 PM

Hey what's up! We have a listening session coming up on Nov 12th, this Thursday at club Neauvo.  I would love it if you could be there.  1701 N. Franklin St. Tampa, Fl. start at 10:30pm. Promise you ain't never heard nothing like this. It wold mean alot to me. Can I count on you?
kaotech

kaotech



Nov 10 2009 10:46 PM


Jette une oreille à mes sons et laisse ton avis
Jonas- Beatmaker- Rappeur

Jonas- Beatmaker- Rappeur



Nov 10 2009 10:46 PM

thanks for add...
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Nov 10 2009 10:46 PM


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