Welp, I'm really behind on my photo editing. This series is actually almost a year old. Last July I went to the Mineral King area of Sequoia National Park for a weekend. If you're not familiar, this section of the park is on the south side, and somewhat removed from the main area of the park with its famous massive trees. Getting there involves turning off the main road outside the park and driving for an hour along a thin, winding road that's mostly dirt. The first time I went out there I arrived after dark, and was convinced that I was lost and about to drive off a cliff. But, in the morning I woke up to pristine, uncrowded access to high sierra country that's as beautiful as you might find in the more busy areas moving north through the main part of the park and up to Yosemite. This visit I did the hike past Franklin Lakes up to Franklin Pass, which at 11,800 feet above sea level gives you majestic view of backpacking country. Round trip up and back was about 17 m...

This rollicking playlist will take you from Philly's vibrant post punk scene to new music from indie rock veterans, like Sharon Van Etten, before drifting into western folk rival and finishing up down right country. Recommend for fans of Modern Baseball, The War On Drugs, and Nickle Creek. Brought to you by KXSC and the University of Southern California. Listen live on Tuesdays at 8pm PT/11pm ET. Make More Noise 54 by Sachi Subterranean on Mixcloud Playlist I'm Not Part of Me - Cloud Nothings Hum - Tigers Jaw Our Song - Radiator Hospital Charlie Black - Modern Baseball Another One - Yuck Red Eyes - The War On Drugs Tarifa - Sharon Van Etten Katie Queen of Tennessee - The Apache Relay Saturday Bride - Quilt Ends of the Earth - Lord Huron As I Am - Paper Bird 21st of May - Nickle Creek California (Cast Iron Soul) - Jamestown Revival Hold On - The Gospel Whiskey Runners Swimmin' Time - Shovels & Rope Backwoods Company - The Wild Feathers

Last month I was lucky enough to go to Lightning In A Bottle for free with my friend Jason, thanks to KXSC. This amazing music, art and movement festival takes place in California, this year about half way between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Though I had never been, I had heard good things and was excited. Surprisingly, the fest exceeded all expectations. Tickets included free camping. I woke up every morning and went to a free yoga class. Then I spent all day going to inspiring talks and workshops under big oak trees on everything from permaculture to qigong to feminism to mandala drawing. When things cooled off in the evenings, I wandered back and forth among the three main stages dancing the night away to the best up-and-coming electronica talents, as well as a couple established greats. This comprehensive, and well-organized approach to producing a festival created a unique and palpable culture that touched all facets of the event and engendered a lot of positive vibes. It fe...

So, I've taken up biking to Santa Monica 3 times a week for hour and a half kundalini yoga sessions, and I've also been doing a lot of deep thinking and meditation. All that led to this contemplative mix, that's also a little strangely upbeat. Grab your yoga mat, and let's flow through this unique set that includes a new single from Caribou, shamanic drumming, a little trance, and some chanting. Brought to you thanks to KXSC.org and the University of Southern California. Listen live online Tuesdays at 8pm PT/11pm ET. Make More Noise 53 by Sachi Subterranean on Mixcloud Playlist Naam (Milly De Mori Remix) - Gurunam Singh Can't Do Without You - Caribou Head Games - Lost Midas, Audris Speed of Dark - Emiliana Torrini Shamanic Drumming - Shamanic Music Tribe Om Nyabinghi - DJ Drez, feat. Domonic Dean Breaux & Marti Nikko Draw The Stars - Andreya Triana Palpable - I Am Oak Hard Believer - Fink Down The Line (It Takes A Number) - Romare Jasmine - Jai...

Based on a mix CD I made for a friend who was undergoing cancer treatment, this edition of Make More Noise is full up with healing vibes and lots of feels to dance yourself happy. Plus, there's some really interesting remixes and covers include Trails and Ways covering Frank Ocean and a Holy Ghost! remix of Blood Orange. Enjoy! Brought to you live Tuesdays at 8pm PT thanks to KXSC Radio and USC. Make More Noise 52 by Sachi Subterranean on Mixcloud Playlist Riptide - Vance Joy Redeem Me - The Coals Before - Vok Unicorn - Four Tet I See Fire (Kygo Remix) - Ed Sheeran Imperfection - Bodhi Giving It All - Bondax Lost - Trails And Ways (Frank Ocean Cover) Galapagos - Zimmer Love Sublime - Tensnake, feat. Nile Rodgers and Fiora You're Not Good Enuff (Holy Ghost! bootleg) - Blood Orange Cape Town (Panama Remix) - Clubfeet Bloodflows - SOHN Good Mistake - Mr. Little Jeans Come Save Me (Flight Facilities Remix) - Jagwar Ma

Thanks to KXSC Radio and fellow alumni Jason, I was lucky enough to attend Lighting In A Bottle for the first time this year. If you've never been to this amazing festival, you're missing out. I'd describe it as the best elements of Coachella and Burning Man combined. During the day I went to yoga classes and workshops on everything from how to draw mandalas to permaculture, and at at night I danced my cares away to some of the best electronic acts making beats right now. Though, I can't really recreate the daytime experience for those who missed it, I can offer a highlight of the best tunes I heard and grooved out to. With no further ado, here's the first episode of my newly resurrected radio show, Make More Noise . After a year hiatus, I bring you highlights from Lightning In A Bottle 2014: new artists discovered and old favorites celebrated! If you missed this amazing festival held in the heart of California, here's your chance to hear the best of the best...