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Vishnujana Swami took birth on June 2, 1948, in San Jose, California. At the age of seventeen he moved to San Francisco along with his long-term girlfriend, who he married in 1966. It was also in 1966 that Vishnujana first came into contact with the Hare Krishnas, and by 1968 he had received initiation from Srila Prabhupada and was a full-time member of the movement. By July 20, 1970, Srila Prabhupada had awarded Vishnujana the order of sannyasa. Vishnujana was especially well known within ISKCON for his singing voice, and skill at playing instruments, such as the Mridangam (drum). Musical...

Jamie Saft: piano, electric bass Bobby Previte: drums "Although Jamie Saft is best known as a jazz pianist, especially for his work with various Masada projects, he's a rocker at heart who lists ZZ Top among his favorite bands. Swami LatePlate—his duo with drummer Bobby Previte—seeks to a degree to cross the divide. In one sense a piano trio, with Saft doubling on electric bass, the project borrows as much from heavy rock sensibilities. Their debut album and the first on Saft's new label Veal, falls closer to the jazz side, but the title indicates the process that got them...

Swami is an active award-winning British Indian electronic world music act from London, UK, fusing house and hiphop with Indian Bhangra and Bollywood influences. Led by producer Diamond Duggal (aka DJ Swami) and featuring guest vocal collaborations from across the globe. NOTE: From 1989 to 1991 there existed a separate folk rock band with the same name from Indonesia consisting of Iwan Fals, Sawung Jabo, Naniel, Nanoe, Innisisri, Jockie Surjoprajogo and Totok Tewel. Two songs that became hits were "Bento" and "Bongkar". .

Sounds of Swami are an post hardcore influenced punk rock 4 piece from Keighley, West Yorkshire, UK. The band have a strong touring ethic that has seen them hit every corner of the UK, averaging at over 100 gigs per year without the aid of a booking agent. In 2008 they independently released their debut EP 'Vent' receiving very positive reviews amongst the underground UK punk scene. In 2009, they released the limited edition vinyl only 'Halcyon Days' ep on TNSrecords and Drawing Board Records receiving critical acclaim across the UK and mainland Europe. The band are currently recording their...