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fashions, but also in ways which are based on pure competition to run the 'main stories’ each day. It is a revealing look at how the media can be used to curb politicians, and how politicians can curb journalists, etc. Some examples are rather chilling, some are downright humorous. If you have ever wondered about media manipulation, I seriously recommend you get this book. To understand the psycholo- gy of both journos and pollies is worth the effort. by Anugama Readers of previous Nexus Magazines will have learned how certain high-frequen- cy noise can affect the brain in varying ways. This tape, apart from having very pleas- ant music and sounds to listen to, actually performs "sound therapy" while you are lis- tening. Shamanic Dream utilises Theta Sounds, which have a frequency range of 4 to 7 Hz. Research has shown that, after being exposed to Theta Sounds for a while, the body enters an extremely relaxed state. The tape initially uses soft Indian drums and percussion, which give a soft heartbeat rhythm. This is accompanied by a hollow sounding wind instrument, which gives the effect of echoing in the hills. Side two uses various soft instruments, including the synthesiser and soft humming voices. In all honesty I can say I have listened to scores of different relaxation or new age music tapes, but this one actually made me feel relaxed in a more pronounced way. It was not until I started reviewing the tape that I noticed it had specificly designed frequencies included for such purposes. If you want a proven relaxation tape, I can personally recommend it. Available from New Age Music, Box 789, Fremantle, WA. 6160, Ph: 09 336 2842. NEXUS - 33 SHAMANIC DREAM MAY/JUNE 1991 *- YEAR BOOK