Wanderlust 108 - Los Angeles hosted the world's first mindful triathlon including a 5K, large scale yoga class and guided meditation on the beaches of Santa Monica. Running shoes – check. Yoga mat – check. Sunscreen, reusable water bottle, and bike lock – check, check. I quickly scanned this small list through my mind as [...]
May 2015 Festivals in Southern California and surrounding states Compiled by Tiffany Palazzini Joshua Tree Music Festival, May 14-17, 2015 JOSHUA TREE MUSIC FESTIVAL JOSHUA TREE. MAY 14-17 JOSHUATREEMUSICFESTIVAL.COM Music is the soul of life and at the Joshua Tree Music Festival artists from around the world will grace the stages for [...]
Music Review: Yoga Lounge (PUTUMAYO) by Various Artists Putumayo has long been famous for introducing quality world music compilations. While the overall vibe of Yoga Lounge is thoughtful and subdued, it’s engaging and full of sonic surprises. Every musical arrangement is rich, organic, and authentic. Ben Leibach (a much sought-after world/devotional music producer) treats us [...]
Music Review: Dreaming in Sanskrit by Marti Nikko and DJ Drez The first time I heard Marti Nikko sing, I was in savasana. Micheline Berry was teaching and DJ Drez (Nikko’s husband and frequent collaborator) spinning. I was struck by the resonance, melody, and powerful vibration of a voice that reached beyond the studio. Every time [...]