#purusa

The great journey to Heart; has many twists and turns; and just when you think you’ve realized “something” that thing is the very next idea you will be asked to relinquish-to sacrifice in your search for freedom.

We have moved through a leg on this return journey, infatuated with transcendence, a necessary part of the journey, but not the full picture.

Having forgotten the deepest love/truth when the remembrance comes; it is unthinkable that one may again forget; so one becomes the one holding onto love and defender of truth…

“In itself the Ultimate Parabrahman is not one but rather 0, the mystic zero, the Great Void of the Bhuddhist Schools. Such a zero is in truth equally and indeed infinitely distant from all the numbers. It is no ‘nearer’ 1 than 2 and we may also note the term advaita, usually loosely rendered as monism, means actually non-dualism which is not quite the same thing…”

Śri Krishna Prem in Jeanine Miller The blazing dragon of wisdom The esoteric tradition as enshrined in the Vedas and beyond

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The modifications of the mind are always known by its lord, due to the constancy of the purusa, pure consciousness. The mind is not self-illuminating, because it is itself perceptible. It is impossible for the mind to know itself and any other object at the same time. If it were assumed that a second mind illuminates the first, cognition of cognition would also have to be assumed, and a confusion…

We stand united. - New Blog post about how i feel regarding the Black Lives Matter Movement and how we all have a Purusa.

Photo by Author: @fxyogi_life

Most days. This is how my thoughts make my body feel.

Its normal to feel overwhelmed with all the hurt in the world going on right now🌍

Its okay to be all fuzzy and confused.

Its okay to be angry and not know why.

Its okay to speak about your traumas and mental health.

– Whats not okay… Is treating anyone differently based on ANY grounds.

All…

A new decade means tons of new jams! I’m certainly being hit with new ones every day. When AVA Live Radio asked me to make up a list this month of my Top 10 favorites my first reaction was - no way can I list just 10 so here’s a list of my Top 10 Indie and Top 10 Mainstream that I think you will enjoy. I think there’s something on this list for everyone.  Please share your favorites with your friends. You’ll also enjoy our Release Radar playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2JOBcgSYgGmV2g27N1CUXx?si=HzSiSVNtQ8iSxy3hgna7wg

Top 10 Indie Songs you want to have on your playlist:

(These are in no particular order)

Julien by Purusa

Julien by Purusa is a favorite of mine since I first released it to my audience. The story is powerful and the way they have performed it makes this song a winning rock song in every way.  I never get tired of listening to it. 

https://open.spotify.com/track/33lF5HxmDPcOxroGrz18Nb?si=Azxbz8doSWuXWBEvTJtzCg

Smile, My Love by Vista Heights

Smile, My Love by Vista Heights just brings that great energy to me every time I play it. He makes people smile and I always hear good response when I play him for people. This is a fan favorite. https://open.spotify.com/track/4xY3tmBc59EBjpVk82psQb?si=n1dJjFMQTm-F96Do_U5GVw

You Are My Tribe by The Song Tailors

You Are My Tribe by The Song Tailors, Milla Devilliers . I was in love with this song the first time I heard it. Milla has a tender and beautifully honest voice as she sings the words written by a talented songwriter out in Australia named Ruth Picker. https://open.spotify.com/track/1Tk3ZIKvapoWJzrljwaiK6?si=dpdy0VXkSiGH7ycWD8y-Zg

Mak7teen - Problems

Mak7teen - Problems is a power statement song. Every time I listen to it, I’m reminded of what’s happening in our society all over the globe right now. This hip hop artist is going to make an impact if he keeps rapping and flowing like this. https://open.spotify.com/track/7m3vsHO2w69QPb3VSMBgDC?si=gQu6byCuQhGpr1uxIsUSwA

My Life by Chan I

My Life by Chan I is melodic and creative. I love his Jamaican flow that melts culture with truths. He speaks his mind and brings his light to all of us through his music. He always brings positive vibes both in his friendship and this music he is creating. https://open.spotify.com/track/2MDfEsYYhJWV9dZTgAe0iN?si=k9Rq2y1GSfW84qh28vhA7A

Shamania by Ekat Bork

Shamania by Ekat Bork reminds us of our obsession with social media. It’s sexy, it’s dark and it creeps into my ear with an obsessive swanky vibe. This artist will always surprise you. https://open.spotify.com/track/3M9UJ8zpQJHPjmaAhaQH3G?si=nXC8c0W-RXuGfhx9VscXnw

Just Push Play by Mirror Point

Just Push Play by Mirror Point is very unusual. The vocals are smooth and the melody melodic but the special push that brought this song to my mind for my top 10 is his rock rap music break. It’s a surprise like hot caramel inside a bite of chocolate cake. You’re like wow, unexpected yet so yummy.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0MxrNvPin7VoWVzHD8NX4T?si=NpDs9wyqTDm9-ltE7qH12w

Upside the Wall by Black Cadillac Kings

Upside the Wall by Black Cadillac Kings never disappoint me. These guys are not only awesome on a personal level, they are a group of the most talented musicians I know. This single has always stood out to me. The song brings on that high energy and just rocks out. Everyone need to hear it. 

 https://open.spotify.com/track/2J6lHCf1DhcvTIg1cgwbO6?si=bed41HMrQv2zZITmN6SXOg

Emily Gambone- Cold

Emily Gambone- Cold will always take you to another time. When you put her song on, your life just gets in decompress mode. You want to get a glass of wine and kick back to start off your night with this one.  https://open.spotify.com/track/5CubcGGQS2kf4jmKaZNeQy?si=75SMt3h4S3mAq038I08TEw

John Maines Jr - Social Pages

John Maines Jr - Social Pages is a fun song for my country fans that I think you’ll enjoy. It’s humorous and so true. We all live in a world of make believe right now and this song draws attention to our social page fantasy life. Makes you think right. https://open.spotify.com/track/2mTt2HKNG1aEhgltX5uWJf?si=gobbJ-JLREynnRuBjDFXmA

Main stream Top 10 Videos to watch right now: 

There are so many new release videos that deserve to be on this list but these have some special reasons that should be admired and enjoyed.

You Should Be Sad - Halsey

OMG how can she NOT be on my list when this Chica is burning up the screen in this video. Manic might be Halsey's most personal album yet and her latest single, "You Should Be Sad" absolutely proves that. Bringing to light her pain and heartache from her breakup with ex-BF G-Eazy, Halsey created the ultimate country revenge track that will soon be our go-to karaoke song from now on. https://youtu.be/8nBFqZppIF0

Black Swan - BTS

I’ve been a BTS ever since we launched their first track here at AVA Live Radio. Watching the world go BTS crazy has been so much fun. BTS's Map of the Soul Persona: 7 is one of the most anticipated albums of the year and the band finally dropped their first look into it with the track "Black Swan". The song's lyrics talk about losing your passion and fighting to get it back. It's clear that BTS aren't holding anything back when it comes to their lyrics and this might be one of their darkest projects yet. https://youtu.be/mPkBdEysvtI

Jonas Brothers - What a Man Gotta Do

I’m from the 80’s so every movie they mocked made me so into this video. I also used to love the Jonas Brothers when they were the crazy viral kid group back when.. I was so curios to see what they were up to. This song and video really got my attention. Not only is this video super adorable, but the song is complete bop. While the JoBros haven't officially announced a new album for 2020, we sure hope there's more than this came from.

https://youtu.be/XejVB_fba04

Mac Miller - Good News

Mac Miller left us way to soon. He has to be on my list so he will never be forgotten.  Mac Miller's posthumous album, Circles, will be one last chance for fans to listen to anything new from the rapper who left too soon. "Good News", the first track that was released, is classic Mac and serves as a reminder that his talents will never be forgotten. https://youtu.be/aIHF7u9Wwiw

Future and Drake - Life is Good

A mix of new indie music from artists all over the world. Narrated by Jacqueline Jax. 

LISTEN TO THE SHOW: https://anchor.fm/ava-live-radio/episodes/1-13-New-Music-Monday-with-Jacqueline-Jax-ea59cm

It's got a catchy chorus with reflective lyrics that get stuck in your head - in a good way! Plus, it is an incredibly personal song that reflects on my childhood and me becoming a parent of my own children.

Artist: Purusa

New Release: Maybe I Know

Genre: Alternative Rock

Sounds like: : Kings of Leon, Staind, Pearl Jam

Located in: : Portland, OR

'Maybe I Know' is a very personal song for me. I wrote this song, in about 15 minutes, sitting in the hallway of the first home my wife and I bought together. We were expecting our first child, and it occurred to me that I was going to be a parent in a few short months, responsible for raising a child. I had no idea how to do that. 

Despite my love and gratitude for my own parents, I knew I did not want to follow their example in raising my own children. I suddenly felt very vulnerable, without a plan, mentor, or manual for this hugely important task. The song reflects in part on my memories of my parents’ relationship during my childhood and resolves with the hope/belief that I have the right instincts to do it better.

Musically this song pulls in listeners across all age and demographic groups with it's big, fat, power-ballad feel choruses reminiscent of popular radio hits of decades past made fuller by the addition of Hammond organ (played by Ken Stringfellow) and layered background vocals making an instant crowd favorite for singing along at live shows. The band takes an interesting turn in the verses effectively utilizing guitar effects and a rhythm section groove that pushes the listener forward, creating a tension that releases into the chorus. We notice that people who have never heard the band before can really sink their teeth into this one quite readily at our live shows.

Spotify LINK: https://open.spotify.com/track/1amYG6mpD16w16EcOYTCJN

Right now we are... 2020 will be the best year Purusa has ever had. Shows are already booked supporting nationally-known artists all throughout the Pacific Northwest including multiple stops in Seattle and Portland. We just released what we believe is our best work to date. Purusa on vinyl will be released soon, plus a whole album of new material collaboratively written by all 4 members is of the band is in the works!