Lion’s Roar magazine’s associate art director Andrew Glencross looks at three bodhisattvas of the music world: Éliane Radigue, John Coltrane, and Philip Glass.
Listen to “Unenlightened” — Born I’s newest example of “trap music for meditators”
Listen to Born I’s third single from his upcoming album, “Unenlightened.”
How To Organize A Meditative Music Night
Who says you always have to sit in silence? Ryan Winger explains how you can bring the mind of meditation to the music you love — with friends.
Sonic Satori
Music as a contemplative practice requires both the performer and the listener to pay close attention. Culture critic Donald Brackett offers suggestions for meditative albums.
Watch “How Many Times,” rapper Born I’s “new meditation on rebirth and reincarnation”
“I’ve been thinking a lot about death and rebirth,” says Born I, “and this song is a reflection of that.”
The Lion’s Roar Podcast: Buddhist Indie Metal with Jessica Pimentel and “In This Moment” with Born I Music
This special episode of The Lion’s Roar Podcast features music from Buddhist artists Jessica Pimentel and Born I Music.
“In This Moment” — Buddhist inspiration and aspiration meet in new Born I Music song/video
Born’s new song is a shot of grounding inspiration right when we all could use it.
Tina Turner’s Journey into Faith
A review of Turner’s autobiography, “Happiness Becomes You: A Guide to Changing Your Life for Good.”
What Is the Sound of Buddhist Music Today?
The dharma speaks through music—it always has, it does today. From jazz to metal to rap to emergent hybrid forms, Buddhism’s influence on the musical realm can be discovered at almost every turn.
Phoebe Bridgers: Her Music as Meditation
Ray Buckner on how Grammy nominee Phoebe Bridgers’ music is a spiritual friend, a path forward into the unknown.