In a stunning act of cultural fusion, musician Gingger Shankar and Inuit throat singer Charlotte Qamaniq join forces to breathe new life into Sheila Chandra’s classic “Ever So Lonely/Eyes/Ocean.” This single, released in honor of Earth Day, is a powerful call to action to respect and protect our planet.
“Ever So Lonely/Eyes/Ocean” opens with a captivating soundscape. Deep, breathy vocals echo into the abyss, singing the opening line “ever so lonely” with a haunting beauty. An immersive atmosphere is created with eerie, vibrating drones and ghostly snarls that slither beneath the surface. As the song builds, the eerie vocals intensify, chanting mantras.
Halfway through, a rush of air fills the soundscape. Qamaniq’s powerful throat singing, a raw and primal expression of nature’s untamed beauty, chants with sharp, raspy tones. Over which, rich, sonorous vocals sing out the svaras with much beauty. A third layer of vocals is then introduced—a heaving, panting wail that merges with the other two, creating a symphony of human and natural sounds. The human voice becomes an instrument, a powerful tool for storytelling and emotional expression.
The song is also steeped in mythology. It reimagines Sheila Chandra’s original lyrics through the lens of the Inuit legend of Sedna, the sea goddess. This story serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences of environmental disrespect and the importance of maintaining balance with nature.
“Ever So Lonely/Eyes/Ocean” reminds us of our interconnectedness with the natural world so that we act before it’s too late.
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Review By: Naomi Joan