Sati Devi - Mane Chakar Rakho Ji | मने चाकर राखो जी | 1929–30 | HMV 78 RPM

मने चाकर राखो जी | Mane Chakar Rakho Ji | Sati Devi | 1929–30 | Rare HMV 78 RPM Record Record details • Singer: Sati Devi • Song: मने चाकर राखो जी • Roman title: Mane Chakar Rakho Ji • Poet attribution: Meerabai • Label: His Master's Voice (HMV) • Catalogue number: P.10642 • Matrix: OC 4800 • Reverse side: Mere To Giridhar Gopal — OC 4799 • Dating: 1929–30, as attributed by Shri Giridharilal Vishwakarma ji • Format: 78 rpm shellac record The dating of this record to 1929–30 is based on the research of noted gramophone-record researcher and music archivist Shri Giridharilal Vishwakarma ji. The record is also documented in historical discographical sources by 1938, making it a valuable early recorded rendition of this much-loved Meera bhajan. This recording has been preserved on an original His Master's Voice (HMV) 78 rpm shellac record, catalogue number P.10642, with matrix numbers OC 4800 (Mane Chakar Rakho Ji) and OC 4799 (Mere To Giridhar Gopal) on the reverse. About Sati Devi: Sati Devi was a singer of her time. She was the mother of Bengali singer and actress Ruma Guha Thakurta (first wife of Kishore Kumar) and the elder sister of Bijoya Ray, wife of legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray. Sati Devi was also associated with Uday Shankar's cultural circle and Prithvi Theatre. Her recording offers a fascinating glimpse into the early history of recorded devotional music in India, when gramophone records helped preserve musical traditions for generations to come. Meaning of the bhajan: “मने चाकर राखो जी” is a prayer to Shyam, or Krishna: O Shyam, keep me as Your servant. Meerabai expresses her longing to serve Krishna, behold Him, remember His name, and devote her life entirely to Him. The song reflects the deep humility, surrender and personal devotion that characterise the Bhakti tradition. About this archival transfer: This is a transfer from an original shellac record, not a modern studio restoration. The recording retains the characteristic sound of a nearly century-old disc, including surface noise, clicks, crackle, occasional groove wear and other imperfections. The intention is to preserve the historical character of the original recording rather than make it sound like a modern studio production. About Dhoosar Smriti (धूसर स्मृति): Dhoosar Smriti means “Faded Memories.” This channel is dedicated to preserving and sharing rare and forgotten recordings from India's musical past, particularly songs surviving on fragile shellac records. Many of these recordings belong to an era that predates modern recording technology, and some are exceptionally difficult to find in the digital domain. Disclaimer: This upload is intended for educational, archival, historical and music-appreciation purposes. It is shared in the spirit of preserving India's musical heritage. No commercial rights are claimed over the underlying musical work or recording. All applicable rights remain with their respective copyright holders, estates, labels or other rights-holders. If you are a rights-holder with any concern regarding this material, please contact the channel. #SatiDevi #ManeChakarRakhoJi #Meerabai #MeeraBhajan #78RPM #HMVRecords #VintageIndianMusic #RareRecordings #DhoosarSmriti #ShellacRecords #RareRecordings #GramophoneEra