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23 March 2020
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Quentin Condo AKA Q052 in our Spotlight Interview (Hip Hop)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music! This week Larry welcomes from the Mi’kmaq Community of Gesgapegiag, Quebec, Mr. Quentin Condo aka Q052. He has just released his new hip hop album “Qama’si.” You can find out all about him on our home page at IndigenousinMusic.com and hear his music on Spotify.

Music from Q052, Gina Loring, Alan Syliboy & The Thundermakers, Def-i, A. Billi Free, Axel Krygier, A Tribe Called Red, Tchutchu, Dapuntobeat, Centavrvs, Khu.eex, Bay Area, Flamingo Star, Darren Geffre, Iskwe, JUQ, Stoik, Aleah Bell, Toia, Blue Flamez, Artson, April Fresh, Nick Lone, Centavrvs, Shon Denay, Star Nayea, Indigenous, John Trudell, Kelly Fraser, Sandra Sutter and much much more.

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QAMA’SI, stand-up people! Q-052, nominated for Best New Artist at the Indigenous Music Awards this year, is back with a new album addressing ongoing issues that Indigenous People face across Turtle Island. Q nicely adds jazz, soul and R&B vibes to his old school hip hop songs, that dare to speak loud and clear and face the truth.  The lyrics constantly challenge the Canadian Government about the Indian Act, territorial destruction from resource exploitation, the hidden agenda surrounding the Truth & Reconciliation process and the many levels of the Canadian Genocide. Featuring collaborations of artists from Gesgapegiag (Jake Da Dogg), Kahnawake (Will E. Skandalz), Odanak (Popular Paul) and Igloolik (Angela Amarualik), Qama’si (Stand-up in Mi’kmaq) is a call to take collective responsibility and ask for systemic changes while telling soulful and touching stories, straight from the Rez . Listen now.

A strong advocate for Indigenous youth and women fighting alongside his brothers and sisters, he started to write in hope that his truthful music will inspire systemic change. Q stands for Quentin. 052 is the official governmental name for his reserve. Welcome to Gesgapegiag in Gaspesia. Nominated this year at the prestigious Indigenous Music Awards as Best New Artist, after appearing for the first time with the EP – Lateral Violence, Mi’kmaq rapper Q052 launched his first full album Rez Life in 2018. With as much phlegm and intensity as the first titles, the album takes aim at all the difficult issues Indigenous People are facing across Turtle Island. An old school hip hop, punch in the face, in which should recognize many Indigenous sisters and brothers.

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15 March 2020
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Sandra Sutter in our Spotlight Interview (Country)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music! This week Larry welcomes from Calgary, Alberta, Sandra Sutter she is an award winning Cree Metis recording artist. She has a new album out “Cluster Stars.” You can find out all about her and here here music on her homepage at sandrasutter.com.

Music from Sandra Sutter, Anachnid, Orishas, Yomil y El Dany, Artson, Quese Inc, Supaman, Carlos Sadness, Bomba Estereo, Shauit, Sly Mestokosho, Midnight Shine, Bluedog, Chicha Libre, Leela Gilday, Janet Panic, Los Espiritus, Janel Munoa, Alan Syliboy & the Thundermakers, Eagle & Hawk, Shawn Michael Perry, John McLeod, Conrad Bigknife, Irv Lyons Jr. The Cody Blackbird Band, Chris Ferree, Elastic Bond, Ailaika, Aasiva, Thor Simonsen, Jade Turner, Twin Flames, Kelly Derrickson and much much more.

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Biography

Sandra Sutter is a Calgary based award winning Cree Métis recording artist, singer/songwriter and musician who writes, records and performs in a variety of styles including Americana, folk, country, pop, jazz and rock.

Her truth and reconciliation focused album Cluster Stars speaks of the fundamental strength, beauty and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, receiving 11 Industry nominations to date for the 2018 release. She picked up Best Americana recording at the 2018 Nammy’s, Best Producer/Engineer at the 2019 Indigenous Music Awards, an Esquao Award (Arts) from the Institute for the Advancement of Aboriginal Women and an Aboriginal Role Model of Alberta (Arts) Award both in 2019. In November, Sandra was recognized by WXN as one of the Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada. In December, Sutter released an A/B short album (Fireside) consisting of 2 new singles and continuing the work begun with Cluster Stars.
Sharing her music through multiple mediums, Cluster Stars is featured in a short film called ‘The Healing’ and in a theatre production called ‘New Blood’.

Sandra is the Aboriginal Partnerships Manager for PTW Energy Services and the Executive Director for the Circle for Aboriginal Relations Society. She sits on several Indigenous serving boards and committees across Canada. She lives and breathes the concepts that she thinks, speaks and sings about every day.

8 March 2020
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Angus Vincent in our Spotlight Interview (Rock)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music! This week Larry welcomes from Waterhen Lake First Nation, Saskatchewan. We have in the house Mr. Angus Vincent. He has just released his debut album “Angel. You can find out all about him his home page at angusvincent.com.

Music from Angus Vincent, Mike Bern, Alan Syliboy & the Thundermakers, Bomba Estereo, Systema Solar, Novalima, Sukay, Rob Garza, nehiyawak, Electric Religious, QVLN, Nicola Conte, The Cody Blackbird Band, Ed Koban, The Spiritual Warriors, Def-i, A. Billi Free, Q052, Angela Amarualik, Justinsayne N8V, Allen French, Captain Planet, Monareta, XAXO, Whilk & Misky, Addal, Tchutchu, Dj Bitman, Nora Norman, Shon Denay, Stolen Identity and much much more.

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Biography

Angus Vincent is a Plains Cree and hails from the Waterhen Lake First Nation.  He has been performing original works since 2002 and has been gaining invaluable experience and networking as much as possible since then.  During that time, he’s played a lot of shows all over the province under his own stage name as well as the band name “Soundmyne ” & “The Jaywalkers”, including, but not limited to:

Rhythm & Ribs Yorkton – 2018 & 2019
Ladies Night Entertainment Paperbag Players – St Gerards Centre Yorkton, SK
Paperback Players Christmas Dinner & Show – Yorkton, SK  2014 – 2016
Relay For Life – Yorkton – July   2014 & 2015
Aboriginal Showcase – Crown & Roc – Saskatoon SK
Back to Batoche Talent Show – Batoche SK – performed original song – 1st Place finish

GX Star Search Finals – Yorkton SK – 3rd place finish Angus’ 1 st

single off TENSION off his debut album, released April 2018, reached #3 on the Indigenous Music Countdown in December of 2018.  He received airplay on various radio stations with his 2nd track IT’S ABOUT TIME off his debut album and was very happy with the response on that track.

Recently, Angus released the 1 st single off his follow up EP and anticipates an February 2020 release date.  Real Love is the title of this first single and it has been getting great airplay at MBC in Sask and Eagle Point in Ontario. He will be releasing the 2nd single by January 31, 2020.  He is very excited about this release as it contains some Plains Cree Language, which Angus feels is very important to himas well as his children.

Angus has been very consistent with his love of music as shown in his resume, musical accomplishments, and network.  He will continue to strive for his goal of assisting other people going through similar struggles in hopes that they will get touched by his music.  Angus can be found at:

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28 February 2020
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Alan Syliboy and the Thundermakers in our Spotlight Interview

Welcome to Indigenous in Music! This week Larry welcomes from Millbrook First Nation, Mr. Alan Syliboy group leader of the “Thundermakers.” They have just released the latest album “Signal Fire.” Find out about them and hear their music on their homepage at www.alansyliboy.ca.

Music from Alan Syliboy & The Thundermakers, Darren Geffre, Def Jef, Tracy Bone, Bluedog, Desiree Dorion, The Cody Blackbird Band, Son of Hweeld, Centavrvs, Redbone, Irv Lyons Jr, Sihasin, Jessica Hernandez, Rosalia De Souza, Janet Panic, Shon Denny, Wolf Den, Injunuity, Tchutchu, Dj Javier Estrada, Mike Bern, Brian Hedges, nehiyawak, Khu.eex’, The Bahama Soul Club, Matt Comeau, Judie Acuquin and much much more.

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Alan Syliboy was born and raised in Truro and lives at Millbrook First Nation. He looks to the indigenous Mi’kmaq petroglyph (stone etchings) tradition for inspiration, and developed his
own artistic vocabulary out of those forms.  Alan’s band, The Thundermakers  are Guitarist/Vocals Hubert Francis star of Brookes Diamond production, “Drum” from Elsipogtog First Nation, Lead guitarist Evan Syliboy formerly with Alan’s band Lonecloud, composer, vocals & percussionist – Julianne Syliboy, vocals & percussionist – Joanne Hatfield, and bassist, composer, sound designer, video/sound editor, Lukas Pearse of Halifax NS, plus group leader, percussionist/spoken word artist Alan Syliboy.
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The show consists of songs, spoken word and stories accompanied by multi-media art film and live performance.  Although this is the core group, Alan frequently calls upon other musicians and dancers to enhance his live performances.
24 February 2020
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Kris Harper of nehiyawak in our Spotlight Interview (Rock)

 Welcome to Indigenous in Music! This week Larry welcomes from Edmonton, Alberta Mr. Kris Harper. He is the lead singer and guitarist of his group “nahiyawak.” They have just released their debut album “Neepiy” along with the arrival of the new music video “Tommaso.” Find out about them and hear their music on their homepage at www.nehiyawak.com

Music from nehiyawak, Soda Stereo, Eagle & Hawk, Rose Moore, Julieta Venegas, Darren Geffre, Under Pressure, Natalia Clavier, Big City Indians, The Deeds, Nuna, Oxomatli, The Jerry Cans, Blackfoot, Alan Syliboy & The Thundermakers, Murray Porter, Crystal Shawanda, The Cody Blackbird Band, Ed Koban, La Ley, Aterciopleados, Ana Tijoux, Bitman & Roban, Stevie Salas, Julian Taylor Band, QVLN, Sinuupa, Irv Lyons Jr, Janel Munoa, Kinky, Mala Rodrigeuz and much much more.

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16 February 2020
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Mike Bern in our Spotlight Interview (Folk, Rock)

Welcome to Indigenous in Music! This week Larry welcomes from the Tobique First Nation Mr. Mike Bern. He is a singer, songwriter and performer. He’s has given us a taste with a few singles, and his new album is soon to come. Find out all about Mike on his homepage www.mikebern.com.

Music from Mike Bern, Indian City, Kaeley Jade, Shauit, Gerardo Frisina, QVLN, STOiK, CHANCES, Darren Geffre, Bluedog, Nortec Collective, Gina Loring, Stolen Identity, Sandra Sutter, Tracy Bone, Conrad Bigknife, Leanne Goose, Leela Gilday, Shon Denay, Q052, Rellik, Ozomatli, Soda Stereo, Hour Eleven, District Avenue and much much more.

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Mike Bern is an Indigenous singer and songwriter from Tobique First Nation, New Brunswick. Before embarking on a solo career, Bern sang in award winning bands Kickin Krotch and District Avenue. The singer’s raspy voice can be heard on “First Mother ” which had early success and climbed to the number one spot on the Indigenous Music Countdown.

Although Bern’s musical genre is Indigenous Folk Rock, a hint of Southern Gospel emanates through his vocals. With influences like Chris Otepka, Frankie Miller, and Ben Schneider it’s no wonder Mike exudes both purity and pain in his music. Bern is no stranger on stage previously opening-up for Seaway, The Trews, One Bad Son, and The Motorleague. In 2017, Bern along with his band District Avenue won two awards for their Revival music video which was featured at the Pyeongchang 2018 winter Olympics. True to the origins of Indie Folk Rock, Bern harmonizes Rock vocals with acoustic guitar melodies reminiscent of traditional folk music. Bern will bring more of a pure Indie Rock sound to the charts. A sound that haunts listeners and stays with you long after listening. Fans are eagerly anticipating his NEW Album “WAPONAHKEW” coming soon to all streaming services worldwide. Whether as a Solo singer or in a band, Mike stands out with haunting vocals and creative acoustic guitar arrangements. Music connoisseurs will fall in love with Mike Bern; an edgy Indie Rocker with Indigenous roots.

“It’s very noisy out there, create your own buzz” – Mike Bern

9 February 2020
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Shon Denay in our Spotlight Interview

Welcome to Indigenous in Music! Larry’s guest comes to us from the Oglala Nation, Shon Denay. She is a singer, songwriter and Neo Soul Performer. She has just released her newest album “On the Rocks.” You can hear her music on Spotify ttps://open.spotify.com/album/5p186b4Y11gaNBGDmcZj2L?si=uu4AIiMdQ7yK3NlJsNJ1Gg.

Music from Shon Denåay, Leah Shenandoah, Ava Rose Johnson, Batuk, Cris Delanno, Bluedog, Robbie Robertson, Nortec Collective, Leah Shenandoah, Indian City, Chancha Via Circuito, Mike Bern, Gabby Taylor, Augus Vincent, Alan Syliboy and the Thundermakers, Beth Cavanagh, Alex Krygier,
Def-, Artson, Quese Imc, Buggin Malone, Justinsayne N8V, Systema Solar, The Spiritual Warriors, Dawn Avery and much much more.

Visit us on our music page at IndigenousinMusic.com and our homepage at indigenousinmusicandarts.org. We have underwriting opportunities available. Indigenous in Music, a non-profit, section 501(c)(3).

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Shon Denay, is an Oglala Lakota Sioux and African American singer-songwriter from Las Vegas, Nevada.

Her vocal style is a blend of Raw Neo Soul, Vocal Jazz, Cabaret and Quiet Storm. With a distinctively unique yet soothing voice; Shon Denay embodies the vintage earthy sounds of past Jazz artists from the early to mid-20th century and the easy feel good vibes of Nu Soul today.

Shon Denay has currently completed the debut EP release for “On the Rocks” with producer Bosie T “Thursty”. The EP includes tracks: “Wanting”, “Sea Sick”, “Should I”, “Diversion” and “RIPn Up”, “Again” and “Comeback” ft Bryan Richard.

Being raised in the “City of Lights”, Shon Denay inherently participated in local talent shows like a fish to water, winning “Best Vocal Performance” (Lipservice Awards) and “Favorite Female” (Bounty Awards). In 2009, Shon Denay also provided vocals for the track “Gotta Move On” on the “Love vs Pain Project” produced by Bosie T. In 2016, she provided vocals for the tracks; “Make Her Say” “Infidelity” and “Chain Reaction” on Chico Spitz “City of Devils” EP.

Alongside her singing, Shon Denay honed her stage presence by being cast in high school plays, hosting benefit award shows and joining the school’s dance troupe, Illusion. In 2002, Shon Denay became a founding member of Twisted Dance Troupe and remained active for seven years. In 2015, Shon Denay also assisted the founding member for CTWAY, “Change The World Around You”. An up and coming nonprofit organization based in Las Vegas that highlights and showcases local talent.

She concurrently sharpened her writing ability by entering and winning a national Hair and Makeup Makeover Contest by Glamour Magazine, a local Gary Spivey Haunted House Contest by 98.5 KLUC and was 1st Runner Up to be published by The International Library of Poetry in “Under a Quick Silver Moon”. This ultimately steered her lyrical content to be based mainly on all matters of the complex human emotion.

Shon Denay plans to release a limited production run of the EP “On The Rocks” in CD format and in digital format via online music outlets in 2018. Being that she is currently independently produced; her career path is directed towards a successful grassroots campaign to raise funds for the LP album in hopes to create a limited edition vinyl version to be carried in independently owned record stores.

 

5 January 2020
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Leela Gilday in our Spotlight Interview (Country Rock)

Encore Presentation:  Welcome to indigenous in Music! This week Larry welcomes from the “Yellowknives Denna First Nation,” singer, songwriter and performer “Leela Gilday.” She has just released her 5th album “North Star Calling.” You can find out all about Leela and hear her music at leelagilday.com

Music from Leela Gilday, Todd Barrow, Aasiva, Thor Simonsen, Alan Syliboy & The Thundermakers, Anachnid, Ailaika, Nahko and Medicine for the People,, Bebel Gilberto, De Madrugada, Eagle & Hawk, Nicola Cruz, Once A Tree, Jasmine Netsena, Celeigh Cardinal, Khu.eex, Frik,stailers, La Yegros, Low Budget Rock Star, Banda Black Rio, Irv Lyons Jr., Jaysen John-Ivan Turner, Juanes, Juan Luis Guerra, Kinky, Chris Ferree, Javier Estrada, Nathan Cunningham, Rellik, Matt Comeau, William Prince and much much more.

Visit us on our music page at IndigenousinMusic.com and our homepage at indigenousinmusicandarts.org. We have underwriting opportunities available. Indigenous in Music, a non-profit, section 501(c)(3).

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If you’re from the North, Leela Gilday’s music is home.  If you’ve never been, it will take you there. Born and raised in the Northwest Territories, she writes about the people and the land that created her. The power in her voice conveys the depth of her feelings of love and life in a rugged environment and vibrant culture, as if it comes straight from that earth.  Leela’s family is from Délįne on the shore of Great Bear Lake and her rich vocals dance across the rhythmic beats of traditional Dene drumming as smoothly as a bass line onstage the largest venues in the country.   And she has played them all.Leela has toured festivals and concert halls with her four-piece band through every province and territory in Canada.

She has played in the United States, Greenland, Denmark and New Zealand and thisyear embarked on an ambitious European tour. Her live shows are where she connects with fans who have followed her on a 20-year career and where new fans are born.   She reaches into their hearts and feels the energy of every person in front of her as she guides them on a journey through song and experience.  She believes music has an inexplicable effect on people.   It is a place where she can share light and dark and the most vulnerable moments, with a clarity and genuine purpose that reassures her listeners through every word.   She is a storyteller, and through this, reflects the world onto itself.  Five years after her last album was released—five years of growth, healing and head-down work.

28 October 2019
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Blanca Iris Acuna in our Spotlight Interview (Rock)

Welcome to indigenous in Music! This week Larry welcomes back from Oklahoma City, Blanca Iris Acuna. She has been nominated for two Native American Music Awards, including “Best Female Artist” and “Best Pop Recording” from her “Poets Ocean” album. She is the lead singer of “The Eagle and The Raven Band.” You can find out all about her and her band at https://poetsocean.wixsite.com/blancairisacuna?fbclid=IwAR0GfzU7pt0zCvfiHbJgnlU9S9MEti6K9gbI2CF5ehIHXAvIAUbRoETcLGs.

Enjoy music from The Eagle and the Raven Band, Soda Stereo, La Ley, Jimmy Lee Young, Tribalistas, Big City Indians, Chances, Stolen Identity, Blanca Iris Acuna, Khu.eex, QVLN, Shauit, Sly Mestokosho, Gary Small & the Coyote Bros, Midnight Shine, Irv Lyons Jr, Tom Bee, Tracy Bone, Gabby Taylor, Don Amero, Wolf Den, Innastate, Stolen Identity, Tchutchu, XenOart, Nortec Collective, Alan Sylboy, The Thundermakers, Eagle and Hawk, Baracutanga and much much more.

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Blanca Iris Acuna Hatch — aka– White Rainbow Eagle

She is a Taino Native–Published Songwriter ,Singer , Poet. and Painter.​

Her poetry was first Published by The American Poetry Society In 1994 for her Poem “Where the Children laugh” Considered one of the best top 100s poems of 1994, written by an American Poet .  She is also a NAMA Nomenee 2019– For Best Female Artist and for -Best Pop Recording- for her Album–Poets Ocean.  She was nominated in 2018 – with her group –
The Eagle and The Raven band for best Rock song – “The Raven song” and for– Best Rock recording–for her Album The Good Red Road- by The Eagle and The Raven band.
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Producers- of her first Album – Poets Ocean, Carlos De Leon and Yamil Martinez, Yamil Marinez- is the producer of Grammy award winner mexican Band “MANA”

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Blanca Iris Acuna is considered one of the most soulful songwriter of her generation-she has been compared to Jeff Buckley ,Jim Morrison , Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Peter Gabriel and Sting.

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In 2007 she was discovered by Cucco Peña (producer of Latin super star Marc Anthony) from there she began recording in 2009 with local musician as well as international like Manuel Calzada and Alex Acuna.​

Her first CD EP called Poets Ocean a mix between classical rock and Indigenous is Poetic and soulful rock Published in 2012.  Contains two songs Story Surfer~and Visionary-Things that you see With Voice and Instrumental versions

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In 2016 She went to form a new band The Group named-The Eagle and The Raven band
Guitarist- Ismael Sanchez 
Drummer- Richard Rosado
Bass Player- Adolfo Rodriguez “Fito”
Lead Vocalist and Lyricist- Blanca Iris Acuna​
recorded her second CD EP–2016
a mix of Indigenous sounds and Classic Rock

Recorded with Producer
Sigfredo Aulí Rodriguez (Tito)
and He played the Bass in the recordings of the songs

Meant to be The Raven Song and Medicine woman

 

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