Canadian Indigenous Music

Canadian Indigenous music is a vibrant genre that weaves together traditional sounds, contemporary styles, and powerful storytelling. Characterized by its rich, rhythmic percussion, often featuring hand drums and rattles, this music blends ancient roots with modern influences, such as electronic beats and hip-hop. Born from the diverse musical traditions of Canada's Indigenous peoples, the genre has evolved over centuries, with a resurgence in popularity in the 1960s and 1970s, led by trailblazers who reclaimed their cultural heritage through music. This genre is deeply significant, as it carries the histories, struggles, and resilience of Indigenous communities, addressing themes like identity, colonization, and social justice. Intersecting with folk, rock, and electronic music, Canadian Indigenous music is distinct in its use of Indigenous languages, storytelling, and cultural symbolism, setting it apart from similar styles. Its unique blend of past and present has captivated audiences worldwide, inspiring a new generation of musicians to carry on the tradition.

Latest Canadian Indigenous Music Release
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Here and Now (Deluxe Edition)
Album - 8 Tracks - Released November 8, 2024

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Anachnid
Aysanabee
Beatrice Deer
Boogey the Beat
Buffy Sainte-Marie
Carsen Gray
Chippewa Travellers
DJ Shub
Digging Roots
Edward Gamblin
Elisapie
Ernest Monias
Fawn Wood
Handsome Tiger
Jayli Wolf
Jeremy Dutcher
Kelly Fraser
Nadjiwan
Northern Voice
OMBIIGIZI
Quantum Tangle
Richard Inman
Riit
Sebastian Gaskin
Silla and Rise
Status/Non-Status
Tanya Tagaq
The Halluci Nation
The Jerry Cans
Twin Flames
William Prince
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The Halluci Nation
William Prince
Buffy Sainte-Marie
Elisapie
Fawn Wood
Northern Voice
Tanya Tagaq
Aysanabee
Jeremy Dutcher
Ernest Monias
DJ Shub
Chippewa Travellers
Beatrice Deer
Anachnid
The Jerry Cans
Boogey the Beat
Quantum Tangle
Sebastian Gaskin
iskwē
Jayli Wolf
Digging Roots
Riit
OMBIIGIZI
Twin Flames
Carsen Gray
Handsome Tiger
Kelly Fraser
Richard Inman
Silla and Rise
Edward Gamblin
Status/Non-Status
nêhiyawak
Nadjiwan