Haré Rama Haré Krishna

The soundtrack for the 1971 Indian film Hare Rama Hare Krishna, composed by the prolific R. D. Burman, represents a pivotal moment in Bollywood music history. Produced during a period of transition in Indian cinema, the score is celebrated for its infusion of psychedelic rock and Western pop sensibilities into traditional film orchestration. It captured the counterculture spirit of the era, most notably through the iconic track Dum Maro Dum, which became a cultural phenomenon and a definitive anthem for the period.

This specific 2015 release, issued by the label Far Eastern Sunshine, serves as a high-quality archival reissue designed to preserve the vibrant, eclectic soundscapes Burman crafted for the film. The label focused on restoring the original analog warmth for vinyl and digital formats, catering to a global resurgence of interest in 1970s South Asian film music. By emphasizing the adventurous arrangements and Anand Bakshi’s lyrics, the reissue remains a standard for collectors of vintage international soundtracks.