ELMNT FM’s Olivea Loo had the chance to sit down with one of the hottest up-and-coming Indigenous hip-hop artists, Boslen. They discussed what it was like growing up Black and Indigenous, the artists that are inspiring him, what it was like transitioning from being a rugby player to being a musician, and much more. You […]
Cree musician Buffy Sainte-Marie has announced she is retiring from touring and live performances. The 82-year old has blazed a trail for Indigenous artists, including being the first Indigenous person to win an Academy Award. She made the decision for a number of reasons, citing physical challenges and health concerns in the announcement on social […]
Shawn had a chance to talk to 2023 Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards nominee and Mohawk musician Logan Staats. They chatted about the release of Logan’s first album in almost a decade, A Light in the Attic, what makes music such a powerful tool for activism and Indigenous rights, and why the SSIMAs are so […]
Shawn had a chance to talk to Gabrielle Fontaine and Neewa Mason of the 2023 Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Award nominated folk-pop music collective, Indian City. They talked about what artists they want to work with next, honouring the band’s late founder Vince Fontaine, the 2023 SSIMAs, and much more. Listen to the full interview […]
Shawn had a chance to sit down with 2023 Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Award nominee and Métis artist Kaeley Jade. They talk about exploring different creative avenues, preparing to go on tour, and why the SSIMAs are such an important event for up-and-coming and established Indigenous talent. You can listen to the full interview below. […]
Shawn had a chance to sit down with 2023 Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Award nominee DJ Shub. They talk about what drives DJ Shub creatively, how his career is inspiring his son, promoting Indigenous youth, and why the SSIMAs are so important for new and established Indigenous musicians. Listen to the full interview below. The […]
Spectrasonic is bringing The Halluci Nation and F-ked Up‘s Here’s The Unity Tour to The Bronson Centre Theatre in Ottawa on Saturday, June 3rd. Also featuring the beats of Creeasian, this show is half-music concert, and half-live wrestling event as James Stone takes on Cecil Nyx. Tickets for this genre-bending event are $30, and can […]
The nominees for the 2023 Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards (SSIMAs) have been announced. Aysanabee and Snotty Nose Rez Kids lead the nominees with 6 and 5 nominations respectively. Winners will be announced at a live ceremony on June 6th at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa, hosted by Anishinaabe activist, broadcaster, and content creator […]
RBC Bluesfest has revealed the full lineup for 2023. This year’s festival will feature Shania Twain, Weezer, Pitbull, Charlotte Cardin, and Foo Fighters among others. A number of Indigenous artists will also be a part of this year’s festival, including Mimi O’Bonsawin (July 6), Digging Roots (July 7), Blackie and the Rodeo Kings (July 8), […]
The 2023 Juno Award nominees have been announced, and a number of Indigenous artists are being recognized for their accomplishments over the past year. OMBIIGIZI, a collaboration between Anishinaabe artists Zoon (Daniel Monkman) and Status/Non-Status (Adam Sturgeon) is nominated for Alternative Album of the Year for their debut album Sewn Back Together. Likewise, Inuk throat […]