Karen Salicath Jamali 's new album "Om Mare Shangri-la" is a meditative musical work based on a specific feeling and thought process. The album isn’t bogged down with needless complexity, but encourages listeners to spend time with each song and experience the emotions they conjure. This release is an opportunity to connect with Jamali’s artistic universe in a collection that calls for focused listening for music blogs and listeners seeking new music with a reflective character.
“Only In Love We Are” is one of the stand-out tracks and it grabs you as a favorite immediately, if only by the title, which hints at a focus on connection, affection, and the emotional meaning of love. The song really works as a track to come back to as part of the album, letting its central idea sink in with the listener, rather than feeling like something made for a quick listen. It may be one of the more memorable moments on Om Mare Shangri-la, particularly for those who gravitate toward music with an emotional core.
Another highlight is “Seeds of God”. Its title introduces a spiritual dimension, another layer to explore on the album. Placed alongside “Only In Love We Are”, it’s an interesting juxtaposi...