American composer Ray Lynch (b. 1943) trained classically in guitar under the influence of Andres Segovia before a period of spiritual searching led him toward electronic composition. His 1984 album Deep Breakfast, powered by the radio hit Celestial Soda Pop, became the first independently released New Age album certified Gold, and his 1989 follow-up No Blue Thing topped the Billboard New Age chart.

Mood and energy: Bright, orbital, joyful. Recommended uses: reflection, meditation.

Sacred Ground Confidence Score: 4 out of 5 stars   Final recommendation: Approved.

Why this artist belongs in Sacred Sounds: Celestial Soda Pop is one of the genres most literally celestial song titles and biggest commercial breakthroughs, making Lynch a natural fit for this specific collection.