If your home is the dreamy town of Byron Bay on the northeast coast of Australia, surrounded by tropical rainforests and sandy beaches, it’s no surprise that such heavenly music can be created. Native German sound designer Martin Engels (alias Kamal) was inspired by the soulful singing of humpback whales. He produced two records full of relaxing and mesmerizing effects you’ve never experienced before. Actually, the best yoga/massage music I’ve recommended.
Released in 2002, ‘Reiki Whale Song’ has been a successful work with Kamal’s dominating soft-synthesizers. Kamal’s newest record, ‘Reiki Whale Dreaming’ was made in collaboration with different artists on flutes, violin, and didgeridoo. Both records contain impressive works of enchanted, soaring, and wave-surfing soundscapes.
You’re diving deep into the blue, exploring the colourful worlds of coral reefs, accompanied by beautiful whale voices and a variety of soothing musical tones. The sea breezes and splashing waves at the seashore sound totally authentic and relaxing indeed. In ‘Reiki Whale Song,’ Kamal’s outstanding vocal duet with the humpback whales was awesome. After releasing ‘Reiki Whale Dreaming’ he established a master class of healing, ambient music. – Will Luekcken