John Pattern and Ram Dass Archive Release New Single
The track Rama Rama features archival mantra recordings set to original electronic compositions.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in New Age
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John Pattern and the Ram Dass archive have released the new single Rama Rama. The track integrates vintage recordings of Ram Dass chanting with modern electronic production.
Why it matters
The collaboration seeks to create a mind-heart connection for listeners by blending spiritual vocal traditions with contemporary electronic soundscapes.
The mantra featured on the single was originally sourced from India in 1968. The upcoming album Rainbow Body is set to include additional archival recordings.
The players
John Pattern
John Pattern is an electronic musician responsible for the instrumental compositions accompanying the archival recordings.
Ram Dass
Ram Dass was a prominent spiritual teacher whose archival vocal recordings form the foundation of this collaborative musical project.
Soul Land Records
Soul Land Records is the label overseeing the distribution of the Rainbow Body album.
The details
John Pattern provides the electronic compositions that frame the archival chanting of Ram Dass. These pieces are designed to bridge traditional vocal mantras with modern sonic textures.
Timeline
1968: Ram Dass brought the mantra home from India.
October 22, 2026: The single Rama Rama was released.
November 13, 2026: The full Rainbow Body LP will be released.
Industry Dynamics
This release reflects a broader trend of utilizing historical spiritual archives to create modern, meditative content for the digital streaming era. It positions these archival works within the competitive landscape of ambient and New Age electronic music.
Listeners can access the new single Rama Rama through major digital streaming platforms starting today. The full album will become available to subscribers and digital shoppers on November 13, 2026.
The takeaway
Merging archival spiritual audio with modern electronic music offers a new way for audiences to engage with historical recordings. Listeners may find these tracks useful for setting a meditative atmosphere in their daily routines.
What happens next
The full album Rainbow Body is scheduled for release on November 13, 2026.
Further reading
Explore more meditative music and releases in the New Age section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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