'SHAKTI, a three-man formation around “Praga Khan”.
With this first mini-lp Praga once more proves his capability to drill into new rhythmic territories. Demonic Forces is a dance record. Western discotheque rhythmics mixed with Eastern influences. A unique creation that certainly can be called astonishing. The use of original Eastern instruments gives the whole an extra mystik dimension.
With the help of some friends amongst whom a.o. Naburak Pran, Shakti succeeds in attaining an unparalleled atmosphere without losing sight of the ever so important dance beat. Demonic Forces, a revelation.'
keyboards, luth, kanun (72-string-sitar), jogiya, sarangi, sarinda-fiddle, sitar, nay-flutes, murali, sataras, pawa-flutes, aguara-trumpet, voices, koto, drums, conga’s, darbouka, tablas, gara (earthen pot), dhol-drums, kettledrums, manjira-cymbals.
Guests: El Saba-Sisters (backing vocals), The Sayara Kings (vocals), Hassan-El-Nath (dung chen trumpets), Naburak Pran (sitar & low voice).
music: Chris Inger, Praga Khan, Jade 4 U, Tej-Doo.
guests: El Saba-Sisters, The Sayara Kings, Hassan-El-Nath, Naburak Pran.
artwork & design: Nana Esi.
mastering: Mathieu Savenay
selection: Ziggy Devriendt
thanks: Geert Sermon & Jürgen Vanvlasselaer
