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23 July 2022
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Indigenous in Music with Larry K – The City Lines in our Spotlight Interview (Rock)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K, this week we welcome from Detroit, Michigan, Patrick Deneau is in our Spotlight.  He is the creator of the “The City Lines.”  They have just released their new album “Waiting on a Wind” A mix of Rock n Roll and a little bit of Country.  The City Lines is featured in our current issue of the Say Magazine, read all about them on our music page at www.indigenousinmusic.com/the-city-lines-interview.

Music from The City Lines, Samantha Crain, Los Buenos Modales, George-Dan Mckenzie, Los Amigos Invisibles, Freightrain, The Isley Brothers, Santana, Ghostkeeper, Latin Vibe, Fara Palmer, Mike Paul Kuekuatsheu, NORTHBOUND51, Twin Flames, Logan Staats, nehiyawak, Anachnid, Liquits, Natalia Clavier, Indian City, Chris Ferree, Salty D.O.G., Ozomatli, Slightly Stupid, Samian, Shauit, Jace Martin and much much more.

Visit us on our homepage at www.IndigenousinMusicandArts.org and visit our Two Buffalo Virtual Gallery, currently featuring Tracy Lee Nelson.

OUR INTERVIEW IS 30 MINUTES INTO THE SHOW, ENJOY!

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BIOGRAPHY
LIGHTING BOLT VIDEO

8 July 2022
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LAURA NIQUAY / SOCAN FONDATION TD AWARD

Montreal, July 7, 2022 – Hi, kuei (innu-aimun), kweih (crie), kwei (atikamekw), boozhoo (anishinabé), kwaï (w8banaki), pusu’l (micmaque), kwehkwe (kanien’ke’ha), waachiyaa (naskapi), halu (inuktitut), ndio (wendat), ‘qey (wolastoqey)! 

We were so excited to tell you the news that Laura Niquay has won the SOCAN Foundation – Fondation SOCAN Indigenous Songwriter of Canada Award, succeeding Anachnid, the last winner. What a joy to know that her voice, music and language are crossing the country.

“My strength comes from my roots and the teachings of my mother and elders. With my music, I want to encourage the Atikamekw and the members of the Indigenous communities to be proud of who they are and to follow the path of their ancestors. For me, the transmission, through music, of our language to the younger generations is essential” explains Laura Niquay. “I am honoured to receive this award, thank you to the SOCAN Foundation and TD, and congratulations to all the artists recognized for their incredible talent.” – Laura. 

The SOCAN Foundation TD Indigenous Songwriter Award was created in 2018 to recognize and celebrate the artistic merit demonstrated by Indigenous songwriters of all musical genres. Laura will receive a $10,000 scholarship as well as various career development opportunities.

4 June 2022
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Indigenous in Music with Andrew Saltz of Salty Dog (Neo-Psych Funk Rock)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K, this week Larry welcomes from North Carolina, Andrew Saltz. He is the creator of “Salty Dog.” They have been enjoying the success of their latest self titled album. A mix a Neo-Psych Funk Rock.

Salty Dog, Sinuupa, Dan-Georges Mckenzie, Morgan Toney, Systema Solar, Anachnid, Eadse, Old Soul Rebel, Latin Vibe, Mike Bern, Young Medicine,Old Soul Rebel, Don Amero, Axel Krygier, Nathan Cunningham, Rellik, Brandis Knudsen, Buggin Malone, Ana Tijoux, Nortec Collective, STOiK, Phyllis Sinclair, Indian City, Angel Baribeau, Stolen Identity, Centavrvs and much much more.

Visit us on our homepage at www.IndigenousinMusicandArts.org and find out all about us and our music page at www.IndigenousinMusic.com to listen to our music archives.

Our interview is 30 minutes into the show Hour 1…..Enjoy!

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Salty D.O.G.
29 May 2022
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Indigenous in Music with Larry K – Tracy Lee Nelson in our Spotlight Interview (Blues)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K! Today welcome back from the The La Jolla Indian Reservation, Mr. Tracy Lee Nelson. Blue Musician, Actor, and Fine Artist, he been working hard, putting out the singles and and drawing up some fine art pieces you can view our homepage at www.IndigenousinMusicandArts.org.

Enjoy music from Tracy Lee Nelson, Irv Lyons Jr. Herbie Barns, Wolfsheart, Jose Feliciano, Amaru Tribe, Aterciopleados, Jamie Coon, John McLeod, Crystal Shawanda, Midnight Sparrows, The City Lines, Gary Small & the Coyote’ Bros, B-Side Players, Salty Dog, Bomba Estero, Stolen Identity, Melody McArthur, Don Amero, Rachael Cole, Shawn Michael Perry, Old Soul Rebelll
NORTHBOUND51, Darren Geffre, Adrian Sutherland and much much more.

Stop over to our homepage at www.IndigenousinMusicandArts.org and visit our Two Buffalo Virtual Gallery, currently featuring Tracy Lee Nelson.

Click to visit Tracy at our Two Buffalo Virtual Gallery

Our interview is 30 minutes into the show, hour 1…..Enjoy!

Music Basket:  $80,000

22 May 2022
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Indigenous in Music with Larry K – Alan Syliboy in our Spotlight Interview (Rock)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K, this week we welcome from Millbrook 1st Nation, Alan Siliboy is into the spotlight. He is the creator of the Indigenous rock band “Alan Syliboy and the Thundermakers and is celebrating the success of his latest album “Signal Fire.” He is been staying busy with his new project “The Daily Drum.” featured on your favorite media channels. Find him on the web at www.alansyliboy.ca.

Enjoy music from Alan Syliboy & The Thundermakers, Q052, Samian, Shauit, Bomba Estereo, Joyslam, Kanen, Toko Tasi, MIOS, Yuri Buenaventura, Latin Vibe, Mike Paul Kuekuatsheu, 1915, Tracy Lee Nelson, Crystal Shawanda, Irv Lyons Jr. Old Soul Rebel, Crown Lands, The City Lines, Khu.eex, NORHBOUND51, Beatrice Deer, Mike Bern, Shawn Michael Perry, Salty DOG, Doubleheader, Dan-Georges Mckenzie, Melody McArthur and much much more.

Visit us on our homepage at www.IndigenousinMusicandArts.org and find out all about us and our music page at www.IndigenousinMusic.com to listen to our music archives.

Our interview is 30 minutes into the show, hour 1…..Enjoy!

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Indigenous in Music with Larry K – Alan Syliboy in our Spotlight Interview (Rock)

THE DAILY DRUM

Here are some hand-painted drums from Alan Syliboy’s drum series. Many of these drums have already sold. If you are interested in purchasing your own Alan Syliboy hand-painted drum, feel free to browse these images and inquire!! One can be recreated especially for you!

An established Mi’kmaq artist, Alan Syliboy’s work is influenced by the indigenous Mi’kmaq rock drawing and quill weaving traditions. Working in acrylic and mixed media, Alan creates vibrantly coloured images exploring the themes of family, searching, spirituality, struggle, and strength. The use of layering symbols and mark making creates depth and texture in Alan’s work.

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15 May 2022
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Indigenous in Music with Larry K – Bobby Sanchez in our Spotlight Interview (Hip Hop, Poetry)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K, tonight our guest comes to us from El Paso, Texas. Bobby Sanchez is in the house. Singer, performer and poet. She has been enjoying the success from her 1st EP “Eta” along with the release of new singles to add to her total music package.” Bobby is featured in the current issue of the SAY Magazine, read all about her and hear our interview on our music page www.indigenousinmusic.com/bobby-sanchez-interview.

Also music from Bobby Sanchezl, Q052, STOiK, Shon Denay, Dawn Avery, Jayli Wolf, Nortec Collective, Beatrice Deer, Latin Vibe, Night Shield, Issac Murdoch, Matt Epp, Julian Taylor, Big City Indians, Bluedog, Indian City, Adrian Sutherland, The North Sound, Electric Religious, Aocelyn, Joey Stylez, Carsen Gray, Nancy Sanchez, Elastic Bond, Angel Baribeau, Redbone, 1915, Quantum Tangle, Richie Ledreagle and much much more.

Visit us on our homepage at www.IndigenousinMusicandArts.org and find out all about our featured artist Jimmy Lee Young at the Two Buffalo Virtual Gallery.

OUR INTERVIEW IS 30 MINUTES INTO THE SHOW, HOUR 1…..ENJOY!

SAY MAGAZINE FEATURE

27 April 2022
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NATIVE ARTIST OPPORTUNITY FUND

OVERVIEW

Part of WAA’s Advancing Indigenous Performance (AIP) program, the Native Artist Opportunity Fund is a financial assistance award program to aid US-based Indigenous performing artists with short-term needs related to the promotion, development and sharing of their work or practice.

Opportunity Fund grants are not intended to support travel costs associated with a tour or performance, but all other proposed uses will be considered.

Applicants may request up to $750, and may not reapply within one year of receiving an Opportunity Fund award.   

The AIP program defines the term ‘Indigenous’ as Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian, as well as first peoples of the US Territories of Amelika Sāmoa (American Samoa), Guahan (Guam), Saipan, Tinian, Rota (Northern Mariana Islands), Borikén (Puerto Rico), and the US Virgin Islands. 

OPPORTUNITY FUND AWARDS

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS & TIMELINE

The Opportunity Fund has a rolling application period. Applications will be submitted on the Submittable platform. A rotating member of the AIP Committee, in conjunction with AIP staff, will review applications – on or about the first day of each month, for requests received during or before the previous month – and make recommendations to the full Committee for approval.

Awards will be announced by the 15th of the month. Unsuccessful applications and applications not received before the end of the month will be placed into the subsequent month’s pool for consideration. 

Applicants requiring assistance in completing an application should contact AIP Program Manager Ed Bourgeois for support. 

GRANT SUMMARY REPORT

All awardees must submit a Grant Summary Report within 30 days of purchase or completion of the supported activity.  

The Grant Summary Report will briefly outline key activities that took place, products or services purchased. Failure to submit Grant Summary Report in a timely manner will result in applicant ineligibility for future Opportunity Fund grants. 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS  

Opportunity Fund grants are not intended to support travel costs associated with a tour or performance, but all other proposed uses will be considered.

Awards will only be considered for individual or ensemble artists who meet the following eligibility requirements:  

  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Awardees will be asked to complete a W-9 (request for taxpayer identification number and certification).   
  • At least 18 years of age at time of application. 
  • Member or descendant of a Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian nation or community, and U.S. Territories of Amelika Sāmoa (American Samoa), Guahan (Guam), Saipan, Tinian, Rota (Northern Mariana Islands), Borikén (Puerto Rico), and the US Virgin Islands. 
  • Performance history that includes performances outside artist’s community of residence. 

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Awards are not available for: 

  • Travel for touring or contracted performance(s).
  • Presenters, managers, agents, or producers.  
  • Student applicants. 
  • Staff, board, or contractors of Western Arts Alliance. 
  • Committee members of WAA’s Advancing Indigenous Performance Committee. 
  • Artists who have received an Opportunity Fund grant within the previous 12 months. 
  • Current Native Launchpad awardees. 

FUNDING CRITERIA

Applicants should describe with as much detail as possible the purpose of their proposal in conjunction with aspirations to expand opportunities to present and tour their work. Applications will be considered using the following criteria: 

History & Readiness for Touring — Based on the Applicant Narrative, resume/CV, touring history, and video work samples. 

Opportunity — Based on the opportunity or project description and relevance to applicant’s stated goals. The Native Artist Opportunity Fund places a priority on:  

  • Invited participation in regional, national, or international conferences that include a focus on the work of Indigenous artists and will provide an opportunity for artists to showcase or otherwise market their work. 
  • Travel to regional, national, or international conferences, which offer education, networking, or promotional opportunities within the performing arts presenting and touring industry, or build relationships with presenters. 
  • Other allowable uses include, but are not limited to: equipment purchase; registration fees, design and production of technical/promotional/marketing materials; recording and documentation; other short-term services, development of education/outreach support materials, immediate opportunity or unexpected need.  

Feasibility – Based on logistics, timing, and proposed plan. 

Career Advancement — Based on the artist’s goals (as described in the Applicant Narrative) and the application as a whole, to what degree the activity will advance the career of the artist and/or expand their network with presenters, other artists, communities or organizations. 

 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Submission of a complete application.  
  • Statement of Indigenous Identity as a member or descendant of a Native American, Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian nation or community, including the US Territories of Amelika Sāmoa (American Samoa), Guahan (Guam), Saipan, Tinian, Rota (Northern Mariana Islands), Borikén (Puerto Rico), and the US Virgin Islands.   
  • Applicant Narrative – purpose, need and use of the requested funds – providing specific information about individuals and activities, goals and anticipated outcomes of the proposed project or activity. 
  • Performance history – this may be a link to the artist’s website or an uploaded PDF. 
  • Video that shows artist’s work in live performance (up to ten minutes). Videos are submitted by embedded link (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.).  
  • Letter of invitation to a showcase, program or event (if applicable). Please submit all applicable materials to support your request. 
  • Quote(s) and/or invoice(s) from vendor providing service or product.  

FUNDING CYCLE & AMOUNTS

There will be up to 12 monthly cycles of funding for Native Artist Opportunity Fund awards annually, based on fund balance. Award amounts are based on cost of products and services at the time of application submission, and are made in a single, up-front payment. All purchases must be supported by actual paid receipts.  

The annual budget for the Opportunity Fund is currently $15,000. The number of awards available depends upon the number and amount of proposals received. The maximum request amount is $750. 

Questions? Please contact AIP Program Manager Ed Bourgeois. 

27 April 2022
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COUNTRY SINGER/SONGWRITER SHANE YELLOWBIRD GONE AT 42

 
NATIVE AMERICAN MUSIC ASSOCIATION & AWARDS

COUNTRY SINGER/SONGWRITER SHANE YELLOWBIRD GONE AT 42

Award winning Country Singer/Songwriter, Shane Yellowbird, has died at the young age of 42. He was a two-time Native American music award winner for Best Country Recording. In 2011, he won for his debut recording, “Life Is Calling My Name” and in 2012, he won  for his second album,  “It’s About Time”.  His music video entitled, “Barefeet On The Blacktop” was also nominated for Best Music Video in 2009. He performed live at the 11th Annual Native American Music Awards hosted by actor Gil Birmingham. 

Shane Yellowbird (Cree) was born on July 7, 1979 in Hobbema, Alberta Canada.  To overcome his stuttering problem, Shane was encouraged to sing in sentences. His talent and vocal art soon launched a musical career. Louis O’Reilly, of O’Reilly International became his manager and signed Shane to his record label in 2003. 

“He had a tremendous voice and a tremendous charisma, and kind of a shyness and an ‘aww shucks’ bashfulness that people saw in him and gravitated to him for that reason,” O’Reilly said. O’Reilly learned of Yellowbird’s death Tuesday morning. The manager knew his former artist had epilepsy and sometimes suffered seizures, but he did not know how Yellowbird died. Tributes have been posted on social media since news of Yellowbird’s passing.

In addition to his Native American Music Awards, Yellowbird won the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) Rising Star Award in 2007, and that same year he was nominated for a total of five awards. He was also nominated for a Juno in 2008 and would win three more CCMAs in his career. In Canada, Shane was best known for his song “Pickup Truck”, which made him an immediate Canadian star. He was named Aboriginal Entertainer of the Year at the Aboriginal People’s Choice Music Awards and had one of the 10 most played country music songs of the year.

No official word has been released as to the cause of his death. The Native American Music Awards & Association extends our prayers and condolences to his fiance, family and fans.
23 April 2022
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Indigenous in Music with Larry K – Phyllis Sinclair in our Spotlight Interview (Folk)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K, this week we welcome from the Cree Nation in northern, Manitoba, singer songwriter “Phyllis Sinclair.” She has just released her fifth album “Ghost Bones.” Phyllis is currently featured in our current issue of the Say Magazine, read all about her at www.indigenousinmusic.com/phyllis-sinclair-interview.

Enjoy music by Phyllis Sinclair, Anachnid. Matiu, Kanen, Mimi O’Bonsawin, Indian City, Ailaika, The Sober Junkie, Caleigh Cardinal, Latin Vibe, Amanda Rheaume, Aasiva, Thor Simonsen,
Los Amigos Invisibles, Wolfsheart, Jose Feliciano, Joey Stylez, Carsen Gray, Melodey McArthur, XAXO, Elastic Bond, NiiJii, Chelsie Young, Conrad Bigknife, Salty D.O.G, The City Line, Shawn Michael Perry, nehiyawak, The Breakwater Band, Logan Staats, Alan Syliboy & The Thundermakers, Ashley Ghostkeeper, Kelly Derrickson and much more.

Visit us on our homepage at www.IndigenousinMusicandArts.org and find out all about us.

Our interview is 30 minutes into the show, hour 1…..Enjoy!

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16 April 2022
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Indigenous in Music with Larry K – Old Rebel Soul in our Spotlight Interview (Soul, Rock & Roll)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K, this week we welcome from Vancouver, British Columbia, Lola Whyte and Chelsea D.E. Johnson into our spotlight. Together they bring us “Old Soul Rebel,” a new shine on Soul, Rock and Roll. They have just released their new self-titled album. They are featured in our current issue of the Say Magazine, read all about them at www.indigenousinmusic.com/old-rebel-soul-interview.

Enjoy music from Old Soul Rebel, Phyllis Sinclair, Indian City, Locos Por Juana, MAYDAY, Kinky, The Sober Junkie, Los Bravos, NORTHBOUND51, Latin Vibe, Electric Religious, Janel Munoa, Jessica Hernandez and the Deltas, Julian Taylor Band, The Deeds, Jota Quest, Juanes, Yoqui, Mexican Institute of Sound, The Northstars, Monareta, La Ley, QVLN, Lenine, Los Lonely Boys,
Romeo Void, Santullo Sinuupa and much much more.

Visit us on our homepage at www.IndigenousinMusicandArts.org and find out all about us and our music page at www.IndigenousinMusic.com to listen to our music archives.

Our interview is 30 minutes into the show, hour 1…..Enjoy!

SAY MAGAZINE FEATURE

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