Acyuta Gopi, the Grammy-nominated kirtan artist, is ushering devotional music into a new era—without compromising its spiritual essence. Her recent feature in Rolling Stone India highlights how she blends traditional heart-centered chanting with storytelling.
Born into a Krishna-conscious family in Brooklyn, she grew with the temple’s rhythms—kartāls, bells, and incense—yet recognized that kirtan holds universal appeal. At events like Poland’s Woodstock Festival, she has witnessed thousands singing without a shared language, collectively immersed in peace and devotion. Through her efforts, kirtan pulses beyond temple walls into global concert venues and playlists, reminding listeners that devotional music is not a trend, but an eternal calling to the heart.
For the full article, click here. Photo credit: Acyuta Gopi.
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