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Constant Craving: Buddhism’s Impact on Pop Music

by Lion's Roar Staff| December 10, 2020

Constant Craving: Buddhism’s Impact on Pop Music

As part of our overview of Buddhism’s influence on modern music, we provide a survey of the artists who were inspired by the dharma to take pop in new and exciting directions, exploring themes of desire, pain, and being present to unexpected results.

The Real Stuff: Buddhism’s Influence on Jazz

by Lion's Roar Staff| December 7, 2020

The Real Stuff: Buddhism’s Influence on Jazz

Buddhism’s impact on jazz music has been immense. As part of our overview of Buddhism’s influence on modern music, we provide a survey of the artists who were inspired by the dharma to break down barriers and seek out new musical vistas.

The Voice of Liberation

by Johnny Edward Dean Jr.| November 24, 2020

The Voice of Liberation

Hip hop, like Buddhism, is about liberation. Johnny Edward Dean Jr. on the dharma of Big Sean.

Barbie, a Mindfulness Vlogger?

by Ross Nervig| November 17, 2020

Barbie, a Mindfulness Vlogger?

The iconic doll, once notorious for her unattainable body proportions and unabashed materialism, is changing her ways one Buddhist practice at a time.

Leonard Cohen Died Four Years Ago

by Rod Meade Sperry| November 6, 2020

Leonard Cohen Died Four Years Ago

It is with profound sorrow we report that legendary poet, songwriter and artist, Leonard Cohen has passed away.

Magic & Loss: Celebrating Lou Reed

by Rod Meade Sperry| October 27, 2020

Magic & Loss: Celebrating Lou Reed

Reed’s death being a hoax was a hoax itself; Reed, who had had an emergency liver transplant in May, had indeed passed. He was 71.

The Healing Power of Pop Star Goddesses

by Jennifer Keishin Armstrong| October 14, 2020

The Healing Power of Pop Star Goddesses

Behind the glitz and fame, says Jennifer Keishin Armstrong, are inspiring stories of real women facing real challenges.

If You Could See the Heart Sutra

by Paula Arai| September 23, 2020

If You Could See the Heart Sutra

Paula Arai introduces us to the world of Tsuneo Iwasaki, who discovered a world of practice in giving (actual) shape to the “Heart Sutra.”

Awakening to the Goddess: The Art & Activism of Mayumi Oda

by Andrea Miller| August 21, 2020

Awakening to the Goddess: The Art & Activism of Mayumi Oda

With her empowered imagery, she’s connected many to the divine feminine. Andrea Miller profiles the Japanese American visionary Mayumi Oda.

Wayne Shorter, Rogue Philosopher

by Rod Meade Sperry| August 11, 2020

Wayne Shorter, Rogue Philosopher

Rod Meade Sperry looks at the life, art, and Buddhism of the jazz great Wayne Shorter.

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