Characterized by tranquility, new age music is known for inspiring creativity and relaxation. The nominees for the 2023 GRAMMYs for the New Age, Ambient, or Chant field are masters of such ease.
Formerly known as Best New Age Album, the Recording Academy renamed the category to Best New Age, Ambient Or Chant Album and updated the field's name accordingly. This category's nominees are as follows; and you can hear all of the nominees in one playlist.
The gentle guitar and vocals of Will Ackerman's Positano Songs create a halcyon musical peace, and the dreaminess of Paul Avgerinos' Joy unwinds into sweet optimism.
On Mantra Americana, Madi Das & Dave Stringer With Bhakti Without Borders take listeners on a journey through buoyant hope.
Cheryl B. Engelhardt effortlessly brings tender composure to The Passenger, and White Sun soothes all worries with the brilliance of Mystic Mirror.
Listen to all of the above albums in this comprehensive playlist of the New Age, Ambient, or Chant GRAMMY nominees at the 2023 GRAMMYs.
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