Anuj Rastogi (omnesia)

Anuj Rastogi's debut album, "Omnesia" proved that some things are worth waiting for. The 2007album heralded critical acclaim and warm welcome from fans around the world for its melodic sensibilityThis July, Anuj releases his second project, and explores a heavier, darker sound. With "dark matter" Anuj delivers epic dubstep influenced beats, with cutting edge electronica, and sincere classical performances. Joined by ghazal virtuoso and tabla wizard, Cassius Khan, violin maestro, Sharat Chandra Srivastava, and multi-instrumentalist, Jay Banerjee, "dark matter" is bold, complex and evolved.
Darth Veda - Official Video
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"Omnesia" Reviews
“What I truly appreciated is that he is not one to shy away from experimentation or from unusual juxtapositions; this album is an interesting journey in exploring music…. Omnesia is… an interesting experience for anyone who wants to look beyond the typical sights and sounds of the world today.”
- MyBindi.com
“This album is very much a labour of love. Eclectic influences and moments of true beauty. I particularly like “The River” track - it's fantastic”
- Niraj Chag (acclaimed UK-based composer)
“...there are flashes of brilliance on the album that show Rastogi is definitely an artist to keep an eye out for in the future.”
- Anokhi Magazine
"A fine example of the kind of innovative music coming out of Canada, especially if you're into desi-diaspora music"
- BBC Asian Network
"The River" is his work of art, the album’s gem. With all the strings and sitars, and tabla and beautiful keyboards all over the album ... the non-reliance on samples, the focus on creating these musical lines himself, all this is showcased to perfection in "The River".- IndianElectronica.com
"Ambient electronica 'takes chai' with rap, sitar, tabla, saxophone, spoken word and Hindi-pop. This self-titled sonic journey from... Anuj Rastogi ventures excitingly close to AR Rahman territory."- Inside Entertainment Magazine
"Anuj is now poised to emerge on the world electronica stage as force to be reckoned with and this record is his vehicle to do just that....Needless to say, his next album should pick up where this one left off, with ambition and vision."- Ethnotechno.com
"With a bold fusion of traditional and modern styles, Toronto-based composer and producer Anuj Rastogi makes a striking debut with his CD Omnesia...it’s this commitment to diversity in sounds, people and ideas that works to make Omnesia special and unique."- Tribute.ca
SoulTV.net - Interview (February 2008)
Omnesia on CBC Television's ZeD 2004
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Omnesian Travels - Concert Trailer
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Anuj Rastogi - "Saachai Ka Nasha" on piano