CD REVIEW - It's Our Rite
Mike
46:16 $14.99 (U.S.) http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/thothganesh3\
This was a total change from the preceding two CDs I just reviewed.
There is nothing of the meditation theme here. Thoth Ganesh has very
different approach and feel from Wendy Rule. This album comes across
more as a celebration that as a contemplative approach. That is not
to say that it is composed exclusively of happy songs – “Think Harder”
and “Ode” are meaningful, but hardly happy-go-lucky.
Some of these songs are autobiographical to an extent, and a few of
them are definitely NOT “G” rated. There is one (“A Musical
Invocation”) which could usefully be employed as part of a ritual, but
the overall tone is one of simple enjoyment. You won’t find a lot of
inspiration in these tracks, but you can certainly spend the better
part of an hour losing yourself in the thoughts and experiences of
another.
Realistically, this is nothing more than a fun album, and that is all
it tries to be. For that reason, I give Thoth full marks for honesty
and integrity. As I’ve said in other CD reviews, we need to support
our Pagan artists so that we can continue to enjoy their music for
years to come. Pick up a copy of this CD, sit back with a relaxing
tonic, and enjoy some personal time. You’ll support that arts and
probably have some fun along the way.
