In late September, we reported that on October 1, a label called Grailight Productions would be releasing a new limited edition “single” from the amazing Russian ethnic-metal band Kartikeya titled Durga Puja, which would include the amazing artwork of Mstibog once again. Up above is the cover, depicting the ten-handed war goddess Durga. When we made that report, we had one track available for streaming — a sick Kartikeya cover of “Triangular Tattvic Fire” by Melechesh.
In my usual back-assward fashion, I let October 1 come and go, and then more days came and went, and I totally missed the fact that the single is not only out, but also that additional tracks from it have surfaced on the interhole. Thanks to TheMadIsraeli, I’m now better informed. So, what I can now stream for you are two additional songs: The title track from Durga Puja, which is a new original song from the band that was mixed/mastered by producer Logan Mader (Soulfly, Gojira, Divine Heresy, W.A.S.P., DevilDriver, etc.), and a cover of “Arise”, which may be my favorite Sepultura song ever (and is certainly one of TheMadIsraeli’s favorites). If you’d enjoy having all the hair singed off your head, then stay with us past the jump and give these scorched babies a listen.
The new single also includes re-recorded and re-arranged versions of songs from Kartikeya’s first album The Battle Begins, plus a live version of a song called “The Path”. As for how to get a copy of the EP, I’ve searched that Grailight Productions site to which I linked above, and as best I can figure out, you would need to e-mail the label to request a copy — which I’ve now done. The address shown on the site is: demether@yandex.ru
This single is a limited release, so I’m not even sure physical copies are still available, and I haven’t found the single in digital distribution yet. If I get more info, I’ll update this post. Now, do jump past the jump and check this shit out. You’ll be glad you did.
“DURGA PUJA”:
[soundcloud url=”http://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/24583678″]
“ARISE”:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJDOyDmogxE
UPDATE!
Kartikeya was nice enough to send me the lyrics to “Durga Puja”, and here they are:
DURGA PUJA
As a flower’s stem rips its way through the soil
And a neonate takes a breath,
The earth was born as a child to the mother of all
from the universal force, eternal and infinite
As life flows and the bliss erodes, the will to be
gains strength in a growing soul
For us to see the beauty of a perfectly carved stone
Durga Maa, preserve thy seed, for the seed has grown!
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Slayer of the ignorant
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Face the one who is deceived
Om Aing Hring Kleeng
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Chamundaye Vichchey Om
She who holds the divine smile
Om Aing Hring Kleeng
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Chamundaye Vichchey Om
As petals fall and leaves dry out,
Eyes turn white, becoming a mirror inside,
Which pictures the cosmic cycle free of sin..
Durga Maa, erase the seed, may new life begin!
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Slayer of the ignorant
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Face the forever naive
Om Aing Hring Kleeng
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Chamundaye Vichchey Om
She who holds the divine smile
Om Aing Hring Kleeng
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Chamundaye Vichchey Om
Cast your light on the world
Ananta, Sarvavidya, Sundari, Devamata
The power of all, the power beyond the world –
Durga Maa, mother of the universe
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Slayer of the ignorant
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Gift the one who believes
Om Aing Hring Kleeng
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Chamundaye Vichchey Om
She who holds the divine smile
Om Aing Hring Kleeng
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Chamundaye Vichchey Om
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This band is rapidly shooting up to the top of my list of favourites.
Same for me. Such consistent quality!
I third this. A band that truly deserves more recognition and attention.
That fucking “Arise” cover is the sound of a warzone.
Need lyrics for Durga puja..can you get them?
I’ve just e-mailed the band to make that request. I haven’t been able to find them on the web. If I get them, I’ll update this post and add them.
The lyrics to “Durga Puja” are now included in the post.
Any idea what language that is? Based on the whole India-theme I’d guess Hindi or something.
It’s Hindi. The lines are from a mantra to the goddess Durga. This video offers a rough translation accompanied by some rather amusing video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEJTjQkgv3I
It’s a close call, but I think I prefer Kartikeya’s version of the mantra. And yeah, “amusing” is one word for the video.
I want to be able to glide everywhere I go with a sword in my hand and an epic beard on my face like that guy.
“Honey, would you grab me a beer out of the fri….you know what, never mind. I’ll get it myself.” ~swoooooosh~
Gliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiide. But are you sure you’d rather glide through the clouds with a sword and an epic beard or have a lion’s tail growing out of your back?
Both, ideally.
Thanks mate…I always present the lyrics before while recommending Kartikeya songs.
From the write up I was expecting something different (ala Orphaned Land or Arkan.
But this one song sounds fairly pedestrian with Messugenah riffs as plenty 🙁
You’re a hard man to please! Give these guys a second chance. There are song streams from their last full-length here, plus links for free download:
https://www.nocleansinging.com/2011/05/30/kartikeya-mahayuga/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elitism
🙂
And since I’ve been listening to this type of music for over 20 years (yes I’m dating myself) I need something special to get me all “wet & giggley” these days.
And I’m honest to a fault, warts and all when it comes to my opinions on things. It’s usually raw and unfiltered (not meant for anyone to get their panties in a bind).
Now back to this song, will give it another few spins. It certainly isn’t bad or anything. If it wasn’t for the overly typical sounding parts (chugga Messuh stuff) it would be much better as there are some nice ideas in there to boot 🙂
Seriously dude. Check out my review Islander linked. This song is NOTHING like what they usually engage in.
Will do 🙂
‘The Battle Begins’ and ‘Mahayuga’ were both excellent releases; definitely glad to see more material from these guys…