Gaënö'
93 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsA one hour, nationally syndicated (Native Voice One) weekly show that shines a spotlight on Indigenous artists from across Turtle Island. Produced and Hosted by Brett Maybee (unenrolled Seneca)
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Miesha and the Spanks
November 13, 2023 14:00 - 56 minutes - 130 MBMiesha Louie (mixed-Secwépemc) is one half of the award winning duo Miesha and the Spanks. Based out of Calgary, they’re equal parts Patsy Cline and Patty Smith. Combining serious topics with high energy and infectious grooves, the Spanks have opened for the likes of Queens of the Stone Age and Death From Above 1979. Their single Dig Me Out addresses the tragedy and crimes of the Residential School system. It went to number 1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown and received heavy airp...
Mike Lazore
October 09, 2023 14:31 - 56 minutes - 130 MBMike Lazore is a talented Onondaga singer/songwriter, multi instrumentalist. Like many young people, he played in a number of bands but as is too often the case, he had to find work outside of his main passion. He took a 10 year break from music but last summer he felt inspired to get back into the game. He's released a flurry of great music since the beginning of 2023. In fact, since the time of our recording, he's already released two new singles, On My Own and Searching for Somet...
Shawn Michael Perry
October 02, 2023 14:00 - 57 minutes - 131 MBAfter a summer off to attend to the massively successful launch The Mainstream with Brett Maybee, it feels great to kick off a brand new season of Gaënö’! Nya:wëh to everyone for your continued support! It’s with great pleasure that we kick things off with Shawn Michael Perry (Mayan Decent Mestizo and probably African as well*). Shawn’s an accomplished singer/songwriter, actor, educator and consultant. On the screen he’s been featured in Last of the Mohicans, Star Trek the Next Generation...
Brock Stonefish Turtle Island
June 05, 2023 14:00 - 57 minutes - 78.3 MB2023 GAËNÖ’ BROCK STONEFISH Brock Stonefish- (Lenape, Oneida, Chippewa) has been North America for the last 20 years as a performing singer/songwriter and Blues/jazz guitarist. He’s opened for BB King and has shared the bill with the likes of Kiss, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Barenaked Ladies. He tours regularly with film legend Gary Farmer. As a result of their close friendship, Farmer has produced Brock’s debut studio album, Turtle Island (https://www.gaenomusic.fm/episodes/gary-farmers-a...
Kristi Lane Sinclair's Super Blood Wolf Moon
May 30, 2023 11:43 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBKristi Lane Sinclair (Haida/Cree), raised in British Columbia, currently living along the Campbell River in Vancouver is a classically trained rocker. With 5 albums already under her belt, she’s made waves in the Indigenous Music Scene, particularly with her previous release, The Ability to Judge Distance. Born out of pain, her latest offering, Super Blood Wolf Moon, embodies the true spirit of Rock and Roll.. “Anger and love are the main driving forces at the heart of the album” an...
Rob Legate Dead Precedents/Khu.éex The Magic of Noise
May 22, 2023 14:00 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MB2023 GAËNÖ’ ROB LUDGATE DEAD PRECEDENTS/KHU.ÉEX THE MAGIC OF NOISE Rob Ludgate- (Blackfoot) lives and works on the Lummi Territory in Washington State. He’s a long time member of the Seattle artist collective, Khu.éex. For a full introduction check out our discussion in Jan of 2022 (https://www.gaenomusic.fm/episodes/khu-eex). This time around Rob joins me to discuss his latest solo effort, Captain Raab’s Dead Precedents and Khu.éex’s new documentary, The Magic of Noise, not to men...
Rob Ludgate Dead Precedents/Khu.éex The Magic of Noise
May 22, 2023 14:00 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MB2023 GAËNÖ’ ROB LUDGATE DEAD PRECEDENTS/KHU.ÉEX THE MAGIC OF NOISE Rob Ludgate- (Blackfoot) lives and works on the Lummi Territory in Washington State. He’s a long time member of the Seattle artist collective, Khu.éex. For a full introduction check out our discussion in Jan of 2022 (https://www.gaenomusic.fm/episodes/khu-eex). This time around Rob joins me to discuss his latest solo effort, Captain Raab’s Dead Precedents and Khu.éex’s new documentary, The Magic of Noise, not to men...
Marc Merilainen and the Great Sea
May 15, 2023 14:19 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MB2023 Gaënö’ Marc Merilainen Marc Merilainen (Ojibway, Finnish), has been the leader of the band Nadjiwan for the last 3 decades. Their latest album, The Great Sea was released in April (2023) and is already gaining traction in the scene. Additionally, he and his wife, Laura, have established a successful record label called Merilainen Music. Not just a record label, they also specialize as an artist incubator, help with artist management and place an emphasis on the need for musici...
Graeme Jonez Creatures and Criminals
April 24, 2023 21:49 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBGraeme Jonez (Anishinaabe) is a member of the Sheguiandah Ojibway First Nation and grew up on Manitoulin Island. As an alumni of the Manitoba Musics Indigenous Music Residency, his single Black Magic Goldmine on the 2009 Dig Your Roots compilation. He took a break from songwriting for over a decade but he’s back with a brand new collection of tunes thats sure to keep you entertained from start to finish. This week, Graeme joins me to discuss some of the stories found on Creatures & ...
Mimi O'Bonsawin's Willow
April 17, 2023 11:15 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MBMimi O’Bonsawin, Abenaki/Francophone, is a long returning guest to Gaënö’. Whether talking about culture or the land, hers is a story of reconnection. Throughout the years, her musics been featured in TV and film, including APTN’s Mohawk Girls and Showtimes Ray Donovan. In 2019 she won the Best Pop Album award at the Indigenous Music Awards. 2023 has already been a huge year for her. On March 3, she released her album, Willow, she got married, played her first shows in Ireland and i...
Hataalii- To Sing
April 10, 2023 12:13 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBMy featured artist this week is Hataaliinez Wheeler, Dine, from Window Rock Arizona. He’s been described as a “modern kind of crooner…” and a “pensive, deep voiced troubadour.” Now residing in Albuquerque, NM, Hataalii, was recently signed to Danger Bird Records out of Los Angeles with his first album with the label set to be released later this summer. This week he joins me to discuss all of this, his latest indie surf pop singles, Presidents Got Me All Night Long, Land of Poor Cha...
Chantil Dukarts Lady and the Champ
April 03, 2023 13:30 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBChantil Dukart, Eagle Clan- Tsimshian & Aluutiq, has been writing music since the age of 7. She was born in Denver, raised in Alaska and went to school in Miami. Her style perfectly reflects the eclectic nature of her upbringing. Combining elements of jazz, R&B, funk and Motown, Dukart knows how to captivate an audience with her sultry voice and smooth stylings. This week she joins me to discuss her latest album, Lady & the Champ, what it means to be both a lady and a champ and her ...
Sunburnt Stone's 5th World
March 27, 2023 16:07 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MBThis week I welcome my friends from Sunburnt Stone back on to the show. I first got caught up with frontman/songwriter, Andrew “Buzzy” Wilson (Navajo), in January ’22. This time around the bands drummer, Nichole Tsosie (Navajo) also joins us. We’re following along on the bands dystopian storytelling with listening from this Albuquerque bands two albums from 2022, 5th World and XXXX. Throughout the course of our conversations, I think we’ve settled on a new term by which to describe ...
Who is Plex to Judge?
March 13, 2023 12:56 - 57 minutes - 78.3 MBDoug Bedard, Ojibwe/Cree, has been recording as Plex for the last 3 decades. Growing up in Edmonton, Alberta, he’s established himself as one of the OG’s of Indigenous Hip Hop. His newest release, Who Am I to Judge?, is Plex’s return to the mic after a 10 year hiatus. Of the album he’s said, “The album speaks directly about my struggles with drugs and alcohol, the evolution of hip-hop, cultural appropriation, and the state of the planet — all while pondering what it may take to fix ...
Sandy Scofield's Red Earth
March 06, 2023 13:34 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MBA multi-Juno Award nominee, Sandy Scofield is an equally multifaceted performer. With experience in bands as stylistically varied as rockabilly, Cajun, jazz, vocal, and zydeco, Scofield (a Metis/Cree/Saulteaux) began her professional music career in 1986. She’s performed her soulful songs around the world and on some of the most prestigious stages. This week, Sandy joins me to discuss her latest album, Red Earth, and our travel plans to Africa this fall. Enjoy! https://sandyscofie...
Cliff Cardinals Suicidal Valentine
February 27, 2023 13:16 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBCliff Cardinal- Cree/Metis, son of legendary actor/activist Tantoo Cardinal was born on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Growing up mostly in Ontario he was drawn to the theatre at a young age. Known for his “black humor and compassionate poeticism” he’s won multiple awards for his solo theatre productions. His one man show, Huff, has been performed over 200 times. The Guardian Observer has called that production a “hard hitting tour de force.” Known for his black humor and compassionate...
Gary Farmers a Troublemaker
February 20, 2023 17:40 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MB2023 Gaënö’ Gary Farmer 022023 Gary Farmer, Hayëntwas Hayasöh, Wolf Clan of the Cayuga Nation is an internationally acclaimed actor, musician and producer. You might recognize him from big screen classics like, Pow Wow Highway, Smoke Signals or Deadman. He’s also slated to return to Reservation Dogs as everybody’s favorite crazy uncle, Uncle Brownie. Currently he’s filming the next season of SciFi’s Resident Alien in Vancouver. This week Gary takes a few minutes to chat with me abo...
Ailani's Mortified
February 13, 2023 15:00 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBAilani, Santa Clara Pueblo. At just 19 years old, this talented singer songwriter/producer has already carved out her place in the Indie Pop scene. She’s released 6 projects in the last 3 years, has become a staple at the Native Guitars Tour and occasionally guest hosts radio shows. Today, Ailani joins me to discuss her 2022 album, Mortified and her very specific goal for 2023. https://ailanimusic.com https://nativeartistdirectory.com Playlist 01 Ailani- Vastplay 02 Ailani- H...
Berk Jodoins Half Breed
January 23, 2023 12:40 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBBerk Jodoin, Metis, has accomplished a lot in a relatively short amount of time. A breakout artist with Meriläinen Music, he’s recently won the 2022 Indigenous Artist of the Year at the Saskatchewan Music Awards and his album, Half Breed, claimed the #10 spot on the Best Album of the Year list of the same awards. He’s currently nominated for the best Indigenous Songwriter of the Year at the 2023 Canadian Folk Music Awards to be in Vancouver this coming March. Never one to shy away f...
Rex Lyons of The Ripcords
January 16, 2023 16:24 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBRex Lyons (Eel Clan, Onondaga) is a man of many talents. He’s the founding guitarist, vocalist and band leader of The Ripcords. Recently inducted into the Blues Archive Hall of Fame, he is a respected veteran of the Syracuse music community. Rex’s musical style is equal parts country, blues, rockabilly, and swing. He has a rich history in playing live music as a member of several bands in Syracuse. Never one to rest on his laurels, he also sits on the board of The New York State Blu...
Mali O'Bomsawin's Sweet Tooth
January 09, 2023 15:00 - 57 minutes - 78.3 MB2023 GAËNÖ’ MALI O’BOMSAWIN MALI OBOMSAWIN (they/she) is an award winning bassist, songwriter and composer from Abenaki First Nation at Odanak. With an expansive background in American roots, rock, and jazz, Obomsawin’s musical practice is a testament to the continuum of American music traditions. This week, Mali joins me to discuss her debut solo album, Sweet Tooth. Released to critical acclaim, its received glowing reviews from The Guardian, Jazz Times, NPR, etc.. In addition, w...
Ha'degaënögeh- End of Year Review 2022
January 02, 2023 14:13 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MB2022 was a great year for recordings by Indigenous musicians across Turtle Island, which can only mean that it was Gaënö’s best year yet! If you haven’t tuned in yet, today’s Ha’degaënögeh (End of Year Review) is the perfect introduction to the various kinds of music and conversations found on the show. Nearly 40 new episodes of Gaënö’ this year, from pop to rock, hip hop to EDM, traditional to folk and most everywhere in between with conversations ranging from the lighthearted to t...
Sandra Sutters Midnight Serenade
December 12, 2022 20:50 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBSandra Sutter, Cree Métis, traces her lineage back to the 1800s. Raised in a loving non-Indigenous family, Her story is one of reaffirmation and reconnecting with her cultural roots. This week Sandra joins me to discuss her albums Cluster Stars and Aurora 12. We’ll squeeze in a holiday track and check out her latest single, Midnight Serenade! Turn it up and sing along- Enjoy! https://sandrasutter.com https://nativeartistdirectory.com Playlist 01 Sandra Sutter- Mountain Song 02 ...
Blue Mountain Tribes O Great Warrior
December 05, 2022 17:29 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBBack in the mid-2000s in Tehachapi, California, father and son duo Robin and Caleb Hairston (Chiricahua Apache) set out to create an all-Native American blues and rock band—and that’s exactly what they did. Along with drummer, Pat Mata (Northern Chumash) and bassist Jeff Cooper (Cherokee) the Blue Mountain Tribe began creating original songs focused on Native American experiences and they instantly became a hit. The band was one of the big winners at the 20th Native American Music...
Julian Taylors Beyond the Reservoir
November 28, 2022 15:07 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBJulian Taylor (Mohawk, West Indies) has been at it a long time. He learned some hard Industry lessons with his band Staggered Crossing, regrouped with the excellent and funky Julian Taylor Band and is now wowing listeners with his folk stylings on his most recent releases. His 2020 album, The Ridge, was nominated for two Junos and most recently won a Native American Music Award in the Best Country Video Recording category at the event held November 21 at the Seneca Niagara Resort an...
Joy Harjo's I Pray For My Enemies
November 14, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 105 MBJoy Harjo, the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States, is a member of the Mvskoke Nation and belongs to Oce Vpofv (Hickory Ground). She is only the second poet to be appointed a third term as U.S. Poet Laureate. In addition to serving as a three-term U.S. Poet Laureate, Harjo is a chancellor of the Academy of American Poets, holds a Tulsa Artist Fellowship, directs For Girls Becoming, an arts mentorship program for young Mvskoke women, and is a foundin...
2022 Native American Music Award Nominees
November 07, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 104 MBThe Native American Music Awards are back and ready to celebrate and honor their most powerful voices on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls, New York. This will be the organization’s 20th Awards event following the Covid-19 pandemic's devastating impact on Indigenous communities across America. Commemorating National Native American Heritage month, the host of the 20th Awards ceremony will be actor Robert Mesa (Navajo/ Soboba) who mo...
Elemantra's Only Momentary
November 07, 2022 00:39 - 57 minutes - 104 MBElemantra was formed by first cousins Justin Woodmancy (lead singer, guitar) and Nick Beiling (bass), both Wolf Clan, Seneca Nation, Ohi:yo’ (Allegany) Territory. It’s an incredible honor to feature a band from my home town, especially as we’ve forged our respective paths on a similar trajectory and timeline. Their new album, Only Momentary is the first released on the Admirable Traits Records label and its the last (for the time being anyway) to feature Nick’s bass chops. This week...
Blue Moon Marquee
October 24, 2022 20:18 - 57 minutes - 106 MBBlue Moon Marquee writes and performs original compositions influenced by anything that swings, jumps or grooves. A.W. Cardinal (Cree/Metis) (vocals/guitar) and Jasmine Colette a.k.a. Badlands Jass (vocals/bass/drums) have played for a vast gamut of crowds at jazz clubs, Lindy Hop dance halls, folk venues, blues haunts, hospitals, prisons, markets, motorcycle joints, dive bars and prestigious festival stages. This week the band joins me to discuss their brand new album, Scream, ...
The Tewas a Flying Squirrel
October 03, 2022 17:21 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBDavid Adrian Nunez Brenes, Cherokee and Purhepecha, grew up in various places throughout Southern California. Because of his family’s frequent moves he found it difficult to make friends, and so like many others, he turned to music. Since recording as The Tewa (Cherokee for flying squirrel), he’s become a staple in the underground music scene, both in So Cal and Albuquerque, NM. He frequently collaborates with Mato Wayuhi (music director) on Reservation Dogs and they’re currently ge...
Crystal Shawandas Midnight Blues
September 26, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBCrystal Shawanda, Wiikwemkoong First Nation, started her career as an award winning country musician. She had a hit on the US charts, won a Juno in Canada and was on a fast track for country superstardom before starting over as a blues artist. Now, based out of Nashville and 8 albums in, she’s had an equally impressive blues career with her husband/creative partner, Dewayne Strobel. This week, Crystal joins me to discuss her brand new album, Midnight Blues (September 30th) life on t...
They are The Halluci Nation
September 19, 2022 14:00 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MBWhat can I say that hasn’t already been said? Innovative..Groundbreaking.. Revolutionary As they enter a new cycle, Bear Witness (Ehren Thomas, Cayuga) and Tim “2oolman” Hill (Mohawk) of A Tribe Called Red have reintroduced themselves as The Halluci Nation, to reflect the evolution of their music and mission. The Halluci Nation, takes its name from a phrase coined by John Trudell, to describe the vast global community of people who remember at their core what it means to be human. ...
Nadjiwans Resurgence
September 12, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBThis week I welcome Marc Merilainen, (Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation) back to Gaënö'. Last summer we discussed Nadjiwan's phenomenal space rock opera, Star Nation. https://dashboard.transistor.fm/shows/gaeno/episodes/nadjiwan/edit. This time around we chat about the Merilainen Music label, recording at the legendary Grant Avenue Studio in Ontario, the bands first collection of covers (Resurgence, 2022) and their most recent original, Land of Skoden. Asadënö:dëh! You outt...
Digging Roots Loving Unconditionally
August 22, 2022 16:08 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBThis weeks Gaënö’ artist hardly needs any introduction. ShoShona Kish (Anishinaabe) and Raven Kanatakta (Mohawk, Anishinaabe) have been performing as Digging Roots for nearly 20 years. Their debut album, Seeds, was nominated for an Aboriginal Artist of the Year Award at the 2007 Juno Awards. In 2010 they brought that award home for their album, We Are. Over the years they've collaborated and shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the business and they continue to use the...
Shawnee Kish
August 17, 2022 16:47 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBShawnee Kish, Mohawk, Six Nations Territory, is a 2 Spirit singer songwriter currently residing in Edmonton, Alberta who’s setting the world on fire. She’s accomplished so much in so little time. Among her most recent accolades: She won the 2020 CBC Searchlight Rising Star competition. In 2021, she was a 2021 Allan Slaight Juno Masterclass participant. Her debut, self titled EP was nominated this year for a Juno in the Contemporary Artist of the Year category. In addition she’s the ...
Mike Berns Ancestral Inspiration
August 08, 2022 13:08 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBMike Bern, Tobique First Nation, got his start with the award winning bands, Kickin’ Krotch and District Avenue. The latter’s song, Revival, was even featured during the 2018 Winter Olympics. Since then, he’s gone solo and has turned to older sources for inspiration. This week, Mike joins me to discuss his latest singles Ancestors and Shrine of Shirl and his solo debut album, Wamponahkew. Enjoy! https://mikebern.com https://nativeartistdirectory.com Playlist 01 Mike Bern- Shrin...
iiwaa's Heart
August 01, 2022 14:34 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MBiiwaa, Piipaash, Quechuan and enrolled member of the Gila River Indian Community is a 2Spirit recording artist and poet residing in Flagstaff, Arizona. In February 2021 they released their debut EP Dysphoria, an account of their journey with gender identity, religious trauma, and breaking toxic cycles to find life abundant. A former Urban Doxology Songwriting Intern and national worship leader, iiwaa is now dedicated to creating spaces of healing and joy through artistic expression...
The Brothers Blackbird
July 25, 2022 13:03 - 56 minutes - 104 MBBrothers Cody and Caleb Blackbird, (Eastern Band Cherokee, Dakota, Roma) have been making waves in the Native American music scene together since 2014. As a band, they’ve won 5 Native American Music Awards and have shared the stage with everyone from John Trudell and Buffy Sainte Marie to Jewell and Jason Mraz. Among their more recent accolades, in 2021, they released a single with Sage Cornelius and Portugal. The Man (Backup) and Cody also recently became the first Native American ...
Ghostkeeper's Multidimensional Culture
June 20, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 104 MBShane Ghostkeeper, Metis, is an unlikely rockstar. He didn’t start playing music until later in life. He doesn’t have an encyclopedic knowledge of cover songs and he rarely tours.. But his sound is undeniable and what he does works extremely well. Shane formed namesake band, Ghostkeeper, with his longtime partner Sarah Houle and released their first album, Saved By Radio in 2008. In this weeks Gaënö’, Shane joins me to talk about the bands latest album, Multidimensional Culture (Ma...
Nakoa HeavyRunner Lie No More
June 16, 2022 18:43 - 58 minutes - 106 MBNakoa HeavyRunner, Assiniboine/Blackfeet, from the Fort Belknap territory has been composing music since the age of 14. Since recording his first album in 2003, he’s recorded over 16 albums and his latest, Lie No More, holds a special place in his heart as it’s the first to feature his children. In addition to his work as a musician, Nakoa has also created the Rezkast Media Network. Tune in to hear our chat and enjoy tunes from Lie No More. Enjoy! https://www.nakoaheavyrunner.com ...
Julia Keefe- Nobody Else But Me
June 06, 2022 14:08 - 1 hour - 116 MBJulia Keefe, Nez Perce, is a nationally acclaimed jazz vocalist, actor, activist and educator currently based in New York City. Among her many accolades, she earned her master’s in music from the Manhattan School of Music in 2019. She’s opened for the likes of (Multi Grammy winners) Tony Bennett and Esperanza Spalding. Currently, she’s putting together the Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band and dedicates her life to the preservation and revival of the work and legacy of the great Mild...
JC Campbell- Lately
May 31, 2022 13:43 - 57 minutes - 106 MBHailing from Winnipeg, Manitoba, J.C. Campbell grew up in a musically diverse household. “Growing up with a father who sang the blues and a mother who loved classic soul and country, it seemed as if JC was predestined for a life making music.” While his first few albums had more of a traditional country vibe, his new album, Lately, has him creating songs that reflect his various musical influences. Produced by Marc Marilainen of Nadjiwan, his “old school recording approach and love ...
Def-i & Ariano In the Mean Time
May 23, 2022 16:11 - 57 minutes - 104 MBDef-i (Christopher Mike-Bidtah, Dine) and Ariano (SoCal) have been both making music for the last 2 decades. Together they form a duo that brings communities together, continues to make waves and shines a light on real issues. Their latest collection of catchy beats and rhymes, In the Mean Time, is an album guaranteed to make you sing along and provides a breath of fresh air during these turbulent times. In the Mean Time is their fourth collaboration and will soon be followed up by ...
December Winds On Sacred Ground
May 09, 2022 16:35 - 58 minutes - 106 MBAtisaktonkie, Mohawk, has been recording as December Wind since 1999. They hit the ground running with their debut album, Sacred Voices. However, greater success and Atisaktonkie’s 2 Native American Music Awards came after disbanding the original lineup and refocusing the vision of the project. December Wind has recently released a couple of singles, including On Sacred Ground (ft Annie Humphrey) and Imma Big Boy (ft Keith Secola) and their upcoming full length album, Hoka, is produ...
Melody McArthurs Kizmet
May 02, 2022 15:32 - 1 hour - 112 MBMelody McArthur, originally from Treaty 8 Territory in Canada, has been establishing a fast paced music career in Edmonton, Alberta. Since 2018 she’s already released 4 full length albums, has had 9 singles appear on the Indigenous Music Countdown and is currently nominated for five awards at this year's Native American Music Awards! This week, Gaënö’ welcomes Melody to discuss her work with music and education and we’ll be listening to tracks from her latest album, Kizmet (2022). E...
Jir Anderson- Native Guitars Tour
April 25, 2022 15:45 - 57 minutes - 104 MBJir Anderson, Cochiti Pueblo, has been making music for most of his life. In addition to being a talented singer songwriter and master bluesman, he’s also the founder of the Native Guitars Tour. What started as humble show in 2007, the NGT has grown into a full scale production, combining music and fashion for a weekend of world class entertainment. Today, we’ll be taking a listen to Jir’s 2016, The Pueblo and tracks from a few of the incredible performers at the 2022 Native Guitars...
Paul Steward of Twice as Good
April 18, 2022 16:40 - 56 minutes - 104 MBPaul Steward, Pomo, along with his father Rich, are fast approaching 20 years as the earth quakin’, booty shakin’, award winning blues band Twice as Good. In addition to discussing their latest album, Double Down, Paul joins me this week to discuss his new solo career, upcoming collaborations and the expansion of the Twice as Good name. Enjoy! https://paul2xg.com https://twiceasgood.org/home https://nativeartistdirectory.com/ Playlist 01- Paul Steward- Thats Where You Are 02-...
Elexa Dawson's New Song(s)
April 11, 2022 17:34 - 1 hour - 111 MBElexa Dawson, Potawatomi, was born and raised in Oklahoma but moved to Kansas in 2006 and has been there ever since. She’s involved with a number of bands including Weda Skirts, and Heyleon; a band described as a “cross pollination of established musicians.” Nominated at this years Native American Music Awards, our conversation ranges from talking about these projects to a shared love of sustainable agriculture, and we also discuss Elexa’s solo music including her latest single, Mot...
Micki Free's Turquoise Blue
March 28, 2022 15:24 - 57 minutes - 104 MBMicki Free’s life is the stuff of legends. As a young teenager, he saw Jimi Hendrix live and immediately knew what he wanted to do in life. Years later, after opening up for Kiss, Gene Simmons declared “you’re gonna be a star.” As a member of Shalamar he scored a Grammy with “Don’t Get Stopped in Beverly Hills (Beverly Hills Cop 1984), which led him to hanging out with Prince as described in a famous Chappelle Show skit. We talk about all this and so much more but I’ll be the first ...
Bebe Buckskin's Captain Medicine
March 21, 2022 14:23 - 56 minutes - 104 MBBebe Buckskin, Cree/Métis, currently resides in Calgary, Alberta but has big plans for 2022. After recording her debut album, Captain Medicine (2021) at a legendary recording studio in Alabama, she’s gearing up to take her soulful act on the road. Tune in to hear all about Bebe Buckskins journey thus far. Enjoy! https://bebebuckskin.com Playlist 01- Bebe Buckskin- Alley Cat 02- Bebe Buckskin- Swamp Shuffle 03- Shelley Morning Song- Quiet Place 04- Shawnee Kish- Got it Bad 05...