Krishna Das is an American singer recognized for his work in Hindu devotional music, specifically kirtan. Since 1996, he has released seventeen albums, building a reputation for bringing this musical tradition to a wider audience in the United States and beyond. His album Live Ananda received a nomination for Best New Age Album at the 2013 Grammy Awards, where he also performed. Krishna Das has been called "the chant master of American yoga" by the New York Times, reflecting his influence in popularizing kirtan music in Western yoga communities.