{"id":28309,"date":"2025-09-03T20:29:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T20:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skylight.gr\/?p=28309"},"modified":"2025-09-03T20:29:02","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T20:29:02","slug":"legendary-electric-double-violin-vocal-master-l-shankar-to-release-new-album-answers-october-17-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skylight.gr\/index.php\/2025\/09\/03\/legendary-electric-double-violin-vocal-master-l-shankar-to-release-new-album-answers-october-17-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Legendary Electric Double Violin, Vocal Master L. Shankar To Release New Album “Answers” October 17, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

L. Shankar\u2019s <\/strong>latest star-studded pop-rock album, Answers,<\/em><\/strong> is a collection of undeniably replay-worthy tracks that lead listeners through life\u2019s biggest questions and truths. Released by SRI MUSIC INC<\/strong>, each song reflects a different facet of the human experience\u2014from searching for meaning to rediscovering strength and innocence. The record comes to life through an extraordinary lineup of musicians, including legendary bassist Tony Levin, guitarist Josh Lopez, keyboardists Dave Palmer, Zac Baird, and Dileep, along with powerhouse drummers Stephen Perkins and Scott Seiver, guest vocalist Juliett Rose, and percussionist Jeff Gross. With heartfelt songwriting and world-class musicianship, Answers<\/em> is crafted to be experienced as a complete album from beginning to end, with music that lingers long after it ends. The album will be released worldwide on all major streaming platforms on October 17, 2025.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From a musical standpoint, Answers<\/em> is shaped by a core group of progressive rock musicians\u2014some of whom Shankar has worked with over 35 years ago. Their depth, emotion, and range allowed him to write songs that explore different moods and messages while showcasing their incredible talents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The album Answers<\/em> is a journey, with each track reflecting an experience we all face in life. It opens with \u201cAnswers,\u201d a reminder that the truths we spend so much time searching for are often already within us. From there, \u201cLot of Things\u201d confronts the lies we\u2019ve been told\u2014about ourselves, about life, or whispered behind our backs\u2014something most people can relate to. Then comes \u201cInnocent,\u201d reminding us that we\u2019re all born pure, but as we grow up, the world and the people around us influence us\u2014but that innocence is still somewhere inside. \u201cHeaven & Earth\u201d is one I wrote years ago, after the 2004 tsunami\u2014it\u2019s a tribute to the lives lost and how small we are compared to the forces of nature. \u201cPower Within\u201d is about realizing we already have strength inside us\u2014we just need to tap into it to reach our full potential. \u201cFor You\u201d is a softer ballad, reminding us to appreciate the ones we love, whether it’s a special person, a friend, or even a pet. \u201cTo Live\u201d asks the question\u2014if today was your last day, what would you do? It\u2019s a reminder to live with love and intention, because life is precious. \u201cCalm Down\u201d is about staying grounded even when things around you feel out of control. Life throws a lot of curve balls at us, but we have to keep our peace and not let it break us. The album closes with \u201cThinking,\u201d dedicated to the special people who live in our hearts, even if they\u2019re not with us. Taken as a whole, Answers<\/em> move from confusion and outside noise to clarity and self-awareness\u2014a complete cycle, from questions to answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Says Shankar, \u201cThis album is not just about my personal journey\u2014it’s something many can relate to. I mentor a lot of people, and I often hear about their struggles and challenges. Answers<\/em> reflect those shared experiences and offer resilience, perspective, and hope. It’s about how we move forward, how we rise, and how we ultimately find the answers within ourselves.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

L. Shankar describes the recording process for Answers: \u201cThe songwriting for Answers<\/em> came very naturally\u2014it’s something I can do anywhere. Whether I’m on a plane, stuck in traffic, walking, or just watching birds fly across the sky, inspiration can strike at any moment. For me, it’s a discipline more than a process. I wrote these songs across different parts of the world\u2014Los Angeles, Malaysia, and Goa, India\u2014and once I had the core ideas, I\u2019d lay down the basic structure: the chords, the rough vocals, and a reference beat. I\u2019m a drummer at heart, so rhythm is a big part of how I write. I usually start with the beat, which guides the syncopation and feel of the track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAfter building the foundation for this album, I let the musicians record their parts remotely in their own studios after explaining the feel for it. They\u2019d send me their recordings, and if I needed to adjust or change anything, I\u2019d send it back. It was a back-and-forth that allowed a lot of creative freedom while keeping the vision clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI was fortunate to work with some incredible talent. Tony Levin played on every track\u2014he\u2019s a legendary bassist and someone I\u2019ve worked with on Peter Gabriel\u2019s tours, his solo projects, and my previous solo works. I\u2019d send him the full arrangement, and he\u2019d send back these beautifully nuanced bass lines that always elevate the track. On drums, I brought in Stephen Perkins ( Jane\u2019s Addiction )\u2014an amazing drummer with a great feel, one of the finest in  rock. Josh Lopez ( Black Eyed Peas ), an incredible guitarist from Los Angeles, also played on Chepleeri Dream<\/em>, and I knew I had to bring him back. He also helped connect me with more players for this album.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI ended up using three keyboardists. Besides Dileep, my long-time excellent keyboardist and engineer, I brought in Zac Baird, who I first met when we toured with Jonathan Davis\u2019s solo band around 2006\u20132007. Zac was also in my band opening up for Jonathan Davis. He played on three tracks before heading out on tour with Beyonc\u00e9. After that, Dave Palmer stepped in\u2014another fantastic keyboardist based in L.A., and a friend of Josh\u2019s. Dave played on six or seven tracks and brought his own sensitivity and feel to the music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDrums were also handled by Scott Seiver, another incredible musician. I\u2019d send him the tracks along with reference beats, and he would build from there. Because I write to the beat, I always make sure the groove is strong\u2014it sets the tone for everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOnce all the parts were recorded, I tracked my final vocals and double violin in my studio in Malaysia. The album was then mixed and mastered in Los Angeles by the incredibly talented Jeff Gross, an award-winning engineer who really brought everything together with clarity and depth. Jeff has worked with me on the last 6 albums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis is a special album from my heart\u2014it’s filled with songs that deal with a range of emotions and experiences people can truly relate to. In times like these, where the world feels uncertain and heavy with conflict, I feel like music like this can uplift, inspire and unite people. I\u2019m really thrilled and proud of Answers<\/em>\u2014it\u2019s honest, emotional, and deeply meaningful to me.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performers:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lead Vocals, Harmony, Double Violin, Keyboards:<\/strong> L. Shankar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocals: <\/strong>Juliett Rose<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bass: <\/strong>Tony Levin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guitars:<\/strong> Josh Lopez<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keys:<\/strong> Dave Palmer, Zac Baird, Dileep<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drums: <\/strong>Stephen Perkins, Scott Seiver<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Percussion:<\/strong> Jeff Gross<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tracks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.ANSWERS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. LOT OF THINGS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. INNOCENT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. HEAVEN & EARTH<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. POWER WITHIN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. FOR YOU<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. TO LIVE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. CALM DOWN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. THINKING<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy friend Shenkar is a legendary musician. An extraordinary vocalist, violinist and composer. I always had a great time working with him on Queen of the Damned, my 2 solo albums, my solo world tours and his solo albums.” – Jonathan Davis (Korn)<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy friend Shankar is an exceptional musician, and it\u2019s been a pleasure to work with him both on his own music and Peter Gabriel\u2019s.\u201d – Tony Levin<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWorking with L. Shankar has been a great experience. His compositions are very enjoyable to play, and his arrangements are always very interesting. I am very grateful and humbled to be part of this.\u201d – Chester Thompson<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“L.Shankar, an acclaimed virtuoso violinist, singer, composer and producer who has sold over ten million albums, is a musical pioneer. He embraces with equal ease three idioms of music: Indian classical, world music and pop\/rock” – Hinduism Today<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Grandmaster vocalist and violinist, L. Shankar…considered a living legend, has awed and delighted audiences all over the world live and with his albums” – Celebrity Zones<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Shankar\u2019s music is rich & melodic…” SPIN Magazine<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Two Shankars, one Ravi Shankar and one L.Shankar are probably the best known Indian names in world music. One familiarised the Hindustani sitar, the other took Carnatic raga music through his double violin and voice to every known idiom from classical, to rock and roll, to jazz to EDM creating music that defies definition.” \u2014\u200aTimes of India<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“His solo albums have always drawn not only enormous interest from fans and critics alike but also showcase the collaborative spirit that is integral to Shankar\u2019s art.” – All About Jazz<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“In Shankar we encounter extraordinary virtuosity, brilliance of tone, and a fiery radiance of spirit.” – Raves the Record Review<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

L. Shankar (aka Shenkar) <\/strong>is widely celebrated as a musical genius and legend by his peers, who hold him in the highest esteem. A child prodigy and virtuoso, he is regarded as one of the pioneers of East-West music, enthralling audiences and critics alike all over the world. As an international touring artist with a career spanning decades, Shankar has sold over 100 million albums and achieved international acclaim through his award-winning solo projects and collaborations with legendary artists including Frank Zappa<\/em>, Peter Gabriel<\/em>, Phil Collins<\/em>, Bruce Springsteen<\/em>, Sting, Michael Jackson, Madonna <\/em>and numerous esteemed musicians worldwide. Since 1980, Shankar has been using his invention – a 10-string stereophonic double violin\u2014known as the LSD (L. Shankar Double violin)\u2014which he designed to cover the full range of the orchestral string family. His innovative and complex pallavis, featuring unique rhythmic cycles, that he popularized over decades through his critically acclaimed solo albums on ECM Records, have now been adopted by others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to his classical work, Shankar has released globally acclaimed pop, rock, and EDM albums, and worked on numerous soundtracks for award-winning films, documentaries, and TV series\u2014including The Last Temptation of Christ<\/em>, The Passion of the Christ<\/em>, and the hit TV series Heroes<\/em>. He has released 28 solo albums, the latest being Full Moon <\/em>and Over the Stars<\/em>, both released in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shankar currently resides in Los Angeles, Malaysia and Goa, India in between tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

L. Shankar also has an extensive tour schedule \u2014 he will be touring India from November to February, followed by tours in the United States, Europe, Australia. Says Shankar, \u201cIn between tours, I travel with a mobile studio, so I\u2019m able to record wherever I am \u2014 I\u2019m constantly on the move, creating and recording.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In closing, L. Shankar has this to impart: \u201cI want listeners to free their minds\u2014don\u2019t come in with any preconceived ideas. This album is like a story, and I see myself as the director, guiding the flow of emotion and experience. It continues in the same spirit as my previous album Chepleeri Dream<\/em>, but Answers<\/em> goes even deeper and further exploring a wider range of emotions and life situations. The lyrics play a big part in that. I always encourage people to read or follow the lyrics as they listen, because they help you connect with what I was feeling when I wrote the songs. That said, I know everyone will interpret the music in their own way\u2014and that\u2019s a beautiful thing. These songs are like life lessons, and I hope they resonate with whatever journey you’re on.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website: www.lshankar.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LShenkar\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/theshenkar\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

YouTube:  https:\/\/youtube.com\/@lshankarofficial?feature=shared<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spotify: https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/5X75aYCKG5hS5yONW4IPRr<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Twitter: https:\/\/twitter.com\/TheShenkar<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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