ANANTA GOVINDA

Visionary Music Producer | Immersive Media Craftsman | Multi-Disciplinary Artist

The Vision

Ananta Govinda is a visionary music producer and immersive media craftsman who grounds his art in a genre-defying blend of traditional spiritualism and hypnotic dance ambience. More than just a musician, Ananta is an architect of experience; his authentic sound design summons a “forest of sound,” threading together Eastern spiritualism and electrifying Western influences to create soul-cleansing soundscapes that facilitate transcendent human experiences.

The Journey: From NYC Raves to The Warped Tour

Ananta’s professional foundation was built on rigorous study and real-world grit. After completing audio production studies at colleges in Los Angeles and NYU, he began his career as a Recording Engineer Assistant, immersing himself in the pulse of the NYC rave scene of the 90s. By the early 2000s, he expanded his horizons as a Warped Tour Manager for the non-profit sector. This unique role allowed him to live a dual life: spending winters honing his craft in the studio, and summers traveling across the USA with a “circus of upcoming bands,” absorbing the raw energy of live performance culture.

The Awakening: Kirtan Lounge & Sacred Music

A pivotal discovery of Eastern Spirituality sparked Ananta’s desire to explore music as a tool for mindfulness and meditation. This led to the founding of the Kirtan Lounge label. Today, the label boasts a catalog of over 40 produced and remastered records, featuring collaborations with Grammy-nominated artists and icons of the genre. Ananta’s production style in the sacred music space is distinct. Rather than superficial fusion, he dives deep into the tradition to deliver genuine experiences. He bridges the gap between the ancient and the modern, employing traditional Indian ragas and spellbinding microtonal harmonies atop the Western foundations of electronic music.

The New Era: Immersive Media & Enigmatica

Never one to stand still, Ananta has recently expanded into the visual realm, contributing to Immersive Media parks in Los Angeles, India, and Dubai. His work in 360-degree Projection Domes creates total sensory environments where audio and visuals merge seamlessly. His latest and most ambitious project, Enigmatica, is a collaboration with original members of the legendary group Enigma. This project aims to bring the classic Enigma sound into the contemporary space, reimagining nostalgic textures for a new generation of listeners.

Industry Standing

Ananta Govinda is a dedicated guardian of high-fidelity audio and professional standards. He is an active, voting member of the Recording Academy (Grammys) and a member of the Academy’s prestigious Engineering and Producers Wing, as well as other leading music organizations.