East Forest is a multidisciplinary artist, producer, and ceremony guide. Since 2008, East Forest's "lush" (Rolling Stone) and "blissful" (NPR) music has blended ambient, neoclassical, electronic and avant pop to explore sound as a tool for inner journeys and consciousness expansion.
Inside East Forest's New Documentary Music For Mushrooms
His latest endeavor is Music For Mushrooms, a feature-length narrative documentary showcasing the transformative power of psychedelics, music, and community. The accompanying Official Documentary Soundtrack is an immersive album featuring tracks recorded during live psilocybin ceremonies.
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Alongside the film, the artist is releasing the Music For Mushrooms Essentials, a comprehensive bundle of educational materials for those wanting to dive deeper into a path of change and inner fortitude. There are some really exciting offerings included and friends of the East Forest community are invited to explore!
All About East Forest: Music, Meditation, Education, And Ten Laws With East Forest Podcast
East Forest's extensive catalogue includes over 30 albums and notable collaborations with artists such as Ram Dass, Jon Hopkins, Laraaji, dead prez, Nick Mulvey, Peter Broderick, Max Cooper, and DJ ANNA. He has performed at major festivals and venues internationally.
As a trailblazer in meditation and inner resilience, East Forest offers guided meditations, retreats, and a podcast, Ten Laws With East Forest. His approach promotes non-religious, accessible spirituality. He's a faculty member at the Esalen Institute, a California-based nonprofit learning center for those wishing to explore transformation and holistic education, and has collaborated with institutions across social justice, mental health, science, music, and creative fields, including Google, Johns Hopkins, UCSI, Stanford, and TED.
His work has appeared on labels including Bright Antenna, Domino, Mercury KX, Aquilo, Ghostly, as well as Tender Loving Empire and Universal / Decca.
East Forest's "Music To Die To" Weedsday Playlist
For his Weedsday Playlist, East Forest shares specially curated songs from his own catalogue, asking readers to think about life cycles and the power of music for transitional shifts: "Inspired by my time volunteering in hospice care, Music To Die To was created by the process of release, acceptance, and surrender during life's transitions, including birth and death. Recorded live in sound-healing ceremonies, the music captures an unfiltered intimacy perfect for meditative states or exploring the flow of a psychedelic journey. These tracks are designed to help listeners embrace the unknown with grace, offering a tool for deep transformation and connection."
East Forest - "Inside"
"Inside" is a journey inward, an invitation to explore the vast and often untouched landscapes of the self - gently guiding to connect with the deepest layers of your being. Its flowing melodies evoke a sense of quiet exploration, perfect for meditative reflection or grounding during moments of profound introspection.
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East Forest - "Grounded"
"Grounded" embodies stability and calm - offering a sense of safety and balance to stay centered, whether navigating a psychedelic experience or simply finding peace in daily life. This track is particularly powerful for anchoring during transformative moments, gently reminding us to stay present and secure as we navigate our inner landscapes.
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East Forest - "Soul Speak"
"Soul Speak" is a journey into the heart's unspoken truths - creating an intimate atmosphere, encouraging listeners to trust the quiet wisdom within themselves. A track for introspection or connection, helping listeners uncover insights that are often drowned out by the noise of everyday life.
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East Forest - "Bardos"
"Bardos" captures a dreamlike atmosphere, evoking the feeling of drifting between dimensions and realities. Perfect for moments of release, deep contemplation, or even grief, this track serves as a reminder of the impermanence of all things and the beauty of surrendering to the flow of life's transitions.
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East Forest - "Let Go"
"Let Go" is a whimsical composition that encourages surrender and acceptance. Whether it's used during a psychedelic journey, a meditative practice, or moments of personal reflection, this piece helps ease resistance and open the heart to change, healing, and the beauty of the present moment.
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For more about East Forest, follow @eastforest on Instagram, @eastforestmusic on Facebook and TikTok, and check out East Forest's YouTube channel. Click here to check out MUSIC FOR MUSHROOMS.
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