Artists are rapidly giving voice to the #IdleNoMore movement in word, dance and song and we’re sharing the latest sounds from Indian Country’s finest. But it’s not just round dances anymore. …read more »
DOWNLOAD: Derek Miller – “7 Lifetimes”
Kinnie Starr and Cris Derksen: The National Music Centre Artists in Residence
The new Astral Radio Artist-in-Residence program at Calgary’s National Music Centre is currently hosting electro-cellist Cris Derksen and hip-hop chanteuse Kinnie Starr for a week of collaboration and experimentation. …read more »
Samantha Crain: Music, Poetry and Stolen Gear
Choctaw singer-songwriter Samantha Crain chatted recently with Indian Country Today about her path as a musician, life on the road and her upcoming new album Kid Face. This week, Samantha’s getting more press but for the sad news that her guitars have been stolen! …read more »
DOWNLOAD: Crystal J – “Beat the Odds”
Earlier this year RPM tagged Crystal J from the Nuxalk Nation as one to watch. Since then this young artist has released her debut album, the dance, pop and R&B laced Love, and we’ve got the first track to get you hooked. …read more »
Don Amero Hits the Road with New Album
On the heels of an APCMA nomination for Best Pop CD, Métis singer-songwriter Don Amero is set to release a new album – Heart On My Sleeve – and launch a Canadian tour to support it. …read more »
DOWNLOAD: The Medics – “Joseph”
Australian band The Medics are hot right now – with their recent new album, new videos, and now multiple NIMA nominations. …read more »
DJ Keeps the Fire Burning
Kevin Kicking Woman found solace in music from a childhood of abuse. Now, as a radio DJ, he shares across the airwaves the traditional music that helped him overcome his struggles. …read more »
DOWNLOAD: Street Pharmacy – “Make You Well”
From alternative-rock-reggae band Street Pharmacy, turn up this week’s RPM download – Make You Well – from the band’s most recent album Divorce. …read more »
DOWNLOAD: Cheryl L’Hirondelle – “Wishful Heart”
In Wishful Heart, Métis award-winning, multi-disciplinary artist Cheryl L’Hirondelle speaks from her heart for those who may seem to have drifted from view. …read more »
DOWNLOAD: Robbie Antone’s Blues Machine – “Piece of Mind”
This kind of laid back blues always makes me think of summer, which makes it the perfect pick for the first RPM download of June. From Oneida Nation on the Thames, Robbie Antone’s Blues Machine sent us this sweet track to check out and we highly recommend you do too. …read more »