About this Event
Influenced by the original Jamaican roots reggae movement and the teachings of the Ancient Essenes, Shimshai began recording his first album, ‘I Sense Your Presence’ on the Big Island of Hawaii in 2000 at the age of 19. He would continue to record 2 more albums in Hawaii, ‘Toward the One,’ and ‘Live on Maui’ before launching his perpetual world tour as a young traveler. Spending time in Europe and South America would continue to inspire and shape the eclectic blend of spiritual and multilingual music that Shimshai is known for. The solo acoustic album ‘Deliverance’ was recorded largely on site in sacred locations of Peru, from the Andes to the Amazon.
Shimshai became an underground west coast festival favorite by the mid 2000’s , mixing more of his older reggae material with newer folk and world music interpretations. Assimilating his world travels and interest in language and spirituality, Shimshai began working on ‘Alianza’ in Santa Cruz CA, the first of many recordings to be completed at his own recording studio. ‘Jaya Bhagavan,’ a collaboration with fellow artist Tina Malia, would showcase a passion for the sacred chants of India and result in creative friendships with artists such as Jai Uttal and Yair Dalal. Mystic Folk and Reggae
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Soul of Yoga, 627 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, United States
USD 25.00
