“A powerful new anthem giving voice to the voiceless. Tune in as Gary Small and Patty Davis share the story behind their tribute to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.”
“Joining us today are two incredibly talented and passionate artists using their voices to bring attention to an urgent and heartbreaking issue. Gary Small, a four-time Native American Music Awards recipient of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, teams up with acclaimed singer-songwriter Patty Davis of the Comanche Nation. Together, they’ve created a powerful new song titled Silent No More, dedicated to raising awareness about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.
For more information or to obtain a broadcast-ready MP3 for Indigenous radio stations and programs, you can contact them at 307-674-4205.
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AWARENESS & ACTION
“Every year, thousands of Indigenous women and girls go missing or are murdered across North America. In the U.S., the violence rate against Native women is over ten times the national average in some areas—yet most of these cases receive little attention and often go unsolved. The crisis is real, and it’s ongoing. We urge you to learn more, speak out, and support organizations fighting for justice. Let’s raise our voices for those who can’t. Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women—we will not forget.“
KEY FACTS
The Crisis at a Glance:
- Indigenous women face murder rates more than 10 times the national average in some U.S. regions.
- In Canada, Indigenous women make up 4% of the population, but over 16% of all female homicide victims.
- Thousands of Indigenous women and girls have gone missing or been murdered over the past few decades—many cases remain unsolved or under-investigated.
United States:
- According to a report by the Urban Indian Health Institute, 5,712 cases of missing Indigenous women were reported in 2016—but only 116 were logged in the Department of Justice database.
- Many Indigenous women disappear in urban areas, where jurisdictional confusion between local, state, tribal, and federal authorities hampers investigations.
- Major contributing factors include systemic racism, violence tied to resource extraction zones, human trafficking, and lack of proper law enforcement coordination.
Canada:
- The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls released a landmark report in 2019, calling the crisis a “Canadian genocide.”
- The inquiry identified over 1,200 confirmed cases, but Indigenous organizations estimate the number is much higher—possibly over 4,000.
- Indigenous women are 12 times more likely to go missing or be murdered than non-Indigenous women.
Underlying Issues:
- Colonial violence, intergenerational trauma, poverty, and gender-based violence are deeply rooted factors.
- Data collection is poor, contributing to lack of accountability and public awareness.
- There’s often jurisdictional conflict between tribal and non-tribal law enforcement, especially in cross-border or off-reservation cases.
Response and Awareness:
- Grassroots movements like MMIWG2S, Native Women’s Association of Canada, and NIWRC have led awareness campaigns, vigils, and advocacy for policy change.
- May 5 is recognized as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in the U.S., also known as Red Dress Day in Canada.
CONTACT
Gary Small: revgsmall@hotmail
Phone: 307-674-5204
Website: coyotebros.net
Reverbnation: https://www.reverbnation.com/garysmallthecoyotebros
Patty Davis: [email protected]
Phone: 541-294-1909
ABOUT GARY SMALL
Gary Small is a celebrated Native American musician, guitarist, and songwriter, and a proud member of the Northern Cheyenne Nation in Montana. Raised in Montana and Wyoming, he has spent over 15 years performing across the West Coast and beyond, blending genres like blues, rockabilly, Latin, and reggae into a signature sound that honors his cultural roots.
Small leads the band Gary Small & the Coyote Bros., known for their high-energy performances and genre-blending music. The band has earned multiple Native American Music Awards (NAMMYs), including:
- Songwriter of the Year (2002)
- Best Rock Recording (2007)
- Male Artist of the Year (2011)
Their discography includes albums like Blues from the Coyote (2005), I Don’t Play by the Rules (2008), and Hostiles & Renegades (2012). Tracks such as “Cheyenne Blue,” “Crazy Woman Mountain,” and “Indian Cars, Indian Bars” showcase Small’s ability to weave storytelling with musical craftsmanship.
Beyond his music career, Small holds a Master’s degree in education and has worked with the Indian Health Service, promoting health scholarships and job opportunities. He is also dedicated to youth mentorship, conducting music clinics in Native communities to inspire the next generation of artists. His recent collaboration with Patty Davis on the song Silent No More continues his mission to use music as a platform for advocacy and cultural pride.
ABOUT PATTY DAVIS
Patti Davis is a mother, grandmother, attorney, judge, author and artist. A member of the Comanche nation she’s passionate about helping children and families.
The idea for “Silent no More” came after she went to her cousin Jesse Ed Davis. Red Dirt Boogie concert in Oklahoma in February 2025. Coming home she was Gary talked about what they could do an Indian country. Patty’s dedication to advocacy is further exemplified in her collaboration with Gary Small on the song “Silent No More,” which brings attention to the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.
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