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Mother Tongue
Road to South West
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
Mother Tongue
Be inspired and relate to this heart touching track from L-Fresh The Lion and fall back in love with your Mother tongue, Panjabi.
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.
Giani Amolak Singh Ji
This remastered album from Kirtan Fi focuses one one of Giani Amolak Singh Ji's Chonkis (Kirtan sung in one sitting) accompanied by Bhai Gurmit Singh Ji Virdee.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Village Boy (Behind the Scenes)
Go behind the scenes on L-FRESH the LION's Village boy, a track that presents to the world the spirit, passion, joy, courage, strength & resilience of the village "boys".
Introduction to Gurmukhi: Babaa
P6 Academy present An Introduction to Gurmukhi to support the learning of Gurmukhi, beginning with the alphabet. This video presents Babaa.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Introduction to Gurmukhi: Bhabhaa
P6 Academy present An Introduction to Gurmukhi to support the learning of Gurmukhi, beginning with the alphabet. This video presents Bhabhaa.