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About Peradam
Peradam is a studio album by Indian sitarist Anoushka Shankar. The album was released on September 3, 2020. It comprises nine tracks that blend Indian classical music with contemporary influences. Peradam marks Shankar’s exploration of spiritual and introspective themes through instrumental compositions.
Anoushka Shankar composed and performed all tracks on the album. The primary format of Peradam is a digital release, with physical editions available in CD and vinyl formats. The album does not list a specific record label in available sources.
The tracklist includes Nanda Devi, Peradam, Knowledge of the Self, Dawn in Rishikesh, Spiritual Death, The Four Cardinal Times, Hymn to the Liquid, Vera, and The Rat. Each piece reflects Shankar’s signature style, integrating traditional raga structures with modern instrumentation and ambient textures.
Nanda Devi opens the album with a meditative sitar melody, setting a contemplative tone. Peradam, the title track, features layered sitar arrangements and rhythmic patterns that evoke a sense of journey. Knowledge of the Self incorporates drone elements and improvisational passages, emphasizing introspection. Dawn in Rishikesh captures the serenity of early morning through melodic phrasing and subtle percussion.
Spiritual Death explores darker, more complex tonalities, while The Four Cardinal Times divides into four distinct sections, each representing a phase of the day. Hymn to the Liquid employs fluid, cascading sitar lines to evoke water imagery. Vera introduces a more rhythmic and dynamic structure, contrasting with the album’s introspective moments. The Rat closes the album with a playful yet intricate composition, showcasing Shankar’s technical precision.
Peradam received attention for its thematic depth and Shankar’s virtuosic performance. The album continues her tradition of bridging classical Indian music with global musical influences.