Krishna Das
Krishna Das, the renowned American kirtan singer, bridges East and West through devotional music. Born Jeffrey Kagel in 1947, he journeyed to India in the 1970s, where he met his guru Neem Karoli Baba, who transformed his life. With a deep, resonant voice, Krishna Das popularized bhakti yoga in the West, blending traditional Sanskrit chants with Western musical sensibilities. His Grammy-nominated album Live Ananda and countless performances worldwide have touched millions, offering solace and spiritual connection. Known as the “rockstar of yoga,” he embodies humility, devotion, and service, making sacred chanting accessible to seekers everywhere
“Chanting is a way of getting in touch with yourself. It’s an opening of the heart and letting go of the mind and thoughts.”