Native American singer Julia Keefe brings her Indigenous Big Band back to Bay AreaIndigenous musicians' contributions to jazz are historically overlooked, and Julia Keefe is leading efforts to change this narrative through her Indigenous Big Band.
This week in Oakland: the Armenian Food Festival and OaktoberfestOctober weekends are vibrant in Oakland with various cultural festivals celebrated.The Armenian Food Festival showcases rich heritage and community involvement.Indigenous DJs blend cultural music with modern genres for unique performances.
Jeremy Dutcher Becomes First Two-Time Polaris Music Prize Winner With 2024 Victory for MotewolonuwokJeremy Dutcher became the first artist to win the Polaris Music Prize twice, earning the accolade for his album Motewolonuwok.Dutcher's win underscores the diversity of Canadian music and highlights Indigenous representation in the industry.
Emily Wurramara on surviving a house fire: When I had nothing, I had everything'After a devastating house fire, Indigenous singer-songwriter Emily Wurramara discovered the importance of loved ones over material loss, inspiring her new album.
A New Generation of Inuit Throat Singers Are Shaping an Arctic SoundInuit throat singing is evolving as urban youth reclaim their cultural identity and traditions in contemporary settings.
National Indigenous Music awards 2024: Barkaa wins artist of the yearMalyangapa Barkindji rapper Barkaa won artist of the year at the National Indigenous Music awards.