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10+20205 minsDocumentary
Forever Rising
Road to South West
In this episode, L-FRESH shares his experience of being a unique artist in a music industry that hasn't seen anybody like him before. We hear about how he's had to navigate the fine line of compromise with respect to culture, and facing barriers & challenges in the industry.
Episodes
1. Mother Tongue
In this episode, L-FRESH speaks of his relationship with his mother tongue language: Punjabi. Fluent as a child, raised in a household where English was the second language, he succumbed to the pressure of wanting to fit in, a symptom of Australia's assimilation-colonial mindset, and lost touch with his language and his culture. Speaking in a very personal way, L-FRESH shares the pain of not being able to communicate with his grandmother in his mother tongue.
2. Home: South West Sydney
In this episode, L-FRESH speaks with reverence about the area that raised him, South West Sydney. Born in Liverpool and raised in the area his whole life, his new album pays respect to the experiences that made him.
3. A Message To My Younger Self
In this episode, L-FRESH touches on the concept of his new album, SOUTH WEST, which was released on July 17, 2020. The album is a collection of stories and messages that he shares with his younger self. It's a series of advice grounded in themes of empowerment and confidence on one level, and culture & decolonization on a deeper level.
4. Keeping Culture
In this episode, L-FRESH shares the experience of how he nearly got kicked off the Nas national tour back when he was 21 years old. He links the story to his Sikh tradition and discusses his thought process around existing within a music industry that often requires you to compromise on who you are.
5. Forever Rising
In this episode, L-FRESH shares his experience of being a unique artist in a music industry that hasn't seen anybody like him before. We hear about how he's had to navigate the fine line of compromise with respect to culture, and facing barriers & challenges in the industry.
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Chandani Chowk
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Rangeen Guldasta: Colourful Bouquet
Along the banks of 'Sindhu', in the land of vibrant culture, Guru Nanak Dev Ji infuses colours of harmony. Guru Nanak Dev Ji the first Sikh Guru born in 1469, he traversed vast geographies for over two decades to visit congregational sites of diverse faiths with a noble interest to seek and impart universal fellowship.
Nimrit Prabhav: Impression of Humility
With the power of philosophical words, Guru Nanak Dev Ji softens the hardened souls in the rocky hills of 'Takshila'. Guru Nanak Dev Ji the first Sikh Guru born in 1469, he traversed vast geographies for over two decades to visit congregational sites of diverse faiths with a noble interest to seek and impart universal fellowship.
Red Hot Plate
Red Hot Plate is a moving track by L-FRESH The LION, honouring the shaheedi of Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji. The song marks the anniversary of the Guru's sacrifice—enduring days of torture culminating in sitting on a burning hot plate. This release is a tribute for Sikh youth across the globe to reconnect with their roots and reflect on the great virtues of Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji.
Wahdat-al-Wajud: Unity of Existence
In the cradle of civilizations, Guru Nanak Dev Ji states that awareness of Omnipresence is an oasis that can quench the soul. Guru Nanak Dev Ji the first Sikh Guru born in 1469, he traversed vast geographies for over two decades to visit congregational sites of diverse faiths with a noble interest to seek and impart universal fellowship.
Baam-e-Nanak: Light of Nanak
Rooted in the spirit of benevolence for all, Guru Nanak Dev Ji proclaims no one is high or low; only righteousness is supreme. Guru Nanak Dev Ji the first Sikh Guru born in 1469, he traversed vast geographies for over two decades to visit congregational sites of diverse faiths with a noble interest to seek and impart universal fellowship.
Sumeru: Consciousness
On the roof of the world, at the mountains of Gods and Demons, Guru Nanak Dev Ji affirms that the sole Supreme Consciousness is the center of Divinity. Guru Nanak Dev Ji the first Sikh Guru born in 1469, he traversed vast geographies for over two decades to visit congregational sites of diverse faiths with a noble interest to seek and impart universal fellowship.
Ghar Bahar Tera Bharwasa
Ghar Bahar Tera Bharwasa is the new track from Bhai Ravinder Singh Ji Riaz from Amritsar in collaboration with Kirtan Fi
American Sikh
American Sikh tells the true and unlikely origin story of Vishavjit Singh, an American-born, turban-wearing Sikh man, who after a lifetime of facing prejudice, self-doubt and violence, finally finds acceptance in a superhero costume.
Lihaaze Insaniyat: Respect for Humanity
At 'Khorasan' Guru Nanak Dev Ji spreads the scent of humanity. Guru Nanak Dev Ji the first Sikh Guru born in 1469, he traversed vast geographies for over two decades to visit congregational sites of diverse faiths with a noble interest to seek and impart universal fellowship.
Fly Above It
FLY ABOVE IT is the first single from L-FRESH The LION's upcoming EP, REINCARNATED. The track captures L-FRESH at his most uplifting as he reflects on his journey, speaking candidly about personal and professional challenges while finding strength in who he is and what he's overcome. Self-produced and mixed, this single marks a new chapter following personal losses, including the passing of his grandfather and close collaborator Michael McGlynn. "I wanted to return with a renewed focus and mindset," L-FRESH reflects. "Reincarnation meant saying goodbye to the past and accepting whatever is meant to come next."
Mool Mantar
The beautiful voice of Chanbir Kaur recites Mool Mantar, the opening verse of Guru Granth Sahib Ji, in the sacred darshan of Sri Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar. This powerful prayer, composed by Guru Nanak Dev Ji, encapsulates the essence of Sikhi and serves as a foundation for spiritual reflection.
Guru Chela: Mentor and Seeker
Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the exalted guide, mentors his compadre to receive the spiritual baton. Guru Nanak Dev Ji the first Sikh Guru born in 1469, he traversed vast geographies for over two decades to visit congregational sites of diverse faiths with a noble interest to seek and impart universal fellowship.
