About VAJRA:
Vajra is a progressive alternative rock band known for their unique and eclectic sound. Drawing influences from various genres such as rock, metal, alternative, and Eastern music, they create a distinctive blend that sets them apart.
Vajra’s music is characterized by a rich tapestry of atmospheric and heavy instrumentation, layered with haunting melodies and powerful vocals. They often incorporate intricate guitar work, driving rhythms, and a strong emphasis on atmospheric textures. The band’s music has a dark and introspective quality, often exploring themes of spirituality, consciousness, and personal growth.
Their sound is dynamic, ranging from ethereal and hypnotic passages to intense and explosive moments. The use of unconventional instruments, such as the Tibetan singing bowls and the Indian tabla, adds a distinctive Eastern flair to their music. Lead vocalist Annamaria Pinna’s vocals are a defining element of Vajra’s sound, as her voice seamlessly transitions between angelic and haunting tones, delivering emotionally charged lyrics.
Vajra’s debut self-produced album “Pleroma” was created in Pinna’s bedroom in Mumbai, India, and was released on the Summer Solstice, featuring Blake Fleming (ex-The Mars Volta) on drums. Sylvia Massy (Tool, System of A Down, Prince, Johnny Cash) mixed. Tom Baker (NIN, Foo Fighters, Ministry, Prince) mastered. Their EP ‘Irkalla’ was produced by Daniel ‘Sahaj’ Ticotin (Ra, Mötley Crüe) and mastered by two-time Grammy winning studio ace Camilo Silva F.
The band has garnered a cult following via grassroots word-of-mouth fan support, and is no stranger to the Billboard chart. Their Top 40 single “Crown or Crucify,” charted at #7 Billboard New & Active Rock Chart.
Overall, Vajra offers a unique sonic experience, blending various genres and influences into a captivating and atmospheric sound.
Press says:
“Must see act” – Rolling Stone
“Vajra are a band that mixes sorta djenty prog with epic melodic rock. They’re sort of like if Jinjer and In This Moment collaborated.” – Metal Injection
“Vajra, grips the boundaries of the metal genre and tears it to pieces, with a vibrant and powerful excitement formally undiscovered. The lead singer Annamaria Pinna is a cross between Grace Slick, Stevie Nicks and Whitney Houston, only more relevant and more dramatic. The group is so mysterious that they don’t need a genre. The band’s sound is mesmerizing, hauntingly melodic, with an Eastern Indian touch of sophistication. The sound is like something out of a metal fantasy, filled with color and sparkle… the NYC based group has raised a buzz that can only end up as a household word.” – Louder Than War
Head to www.VajraOfficial.com for more info.
VAJRA is:
Annamaria Pinna – vocals, flute, keys
Dave Sussman – guitars
Jimmy DeMarco – drums
John Heaney – bass
VAJRA online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vajra_music_official/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/VajraOfficial
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vajratemple/
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