Listen closely and the ancient rhythms present in Prayer to the Mystery will sweep you across time, painting a clear landscape once dominated by the indigenous people of North America. Little Wolf’s unparalleled combination of traditional Native American flutes, drums and beats with state-of-the-art electronics makes this album truly unique and groundbreaking within the new native music genre. Intoxicating and full of life, this album reaches deep into your soul connecting you with the native spirit that flows through all.
There are a whole lot of reasons why it’s cool to work for Elephant Journal. One of them is the opportunity to be exposed to music I might not have otherwise come across. Little Wolf Band’s Prayer to the Mystery is one example.
Fusing Native American rhythms and sounds with modern beats and instrumentation, this album nicely bridges the gap between traditional and modern. I’ve actually had a really hard time not listening to this disc; the music is complex and varied without being overwhelming or muddled, and I find myself hearing something new every time I listen to it. The tracks are a beautiful combination of haunting and soothing, and gives new definition to the phrase “ambient music.” Reminiscent of the work of Robbie Robertson, this is a cd worth every penny.