The Indigenous Setlist

This week, singer-songwriter Raye Zaragoza joins the podcast to talk about her music, influences, and the experiences that have shaped her as an artist. She reflects on finding her voice through songwriting, drawing from her own experiences, and using music to explore identity, connection, and the world around her. We also dive into the stories behind her songs, the power of vulnerability in songw...

This week, Cherokee Social joins the podcast to talk about their music, influences, and the experiences that shape their sound. They reflect on blending Indigenous roots with the influences of a modern world to create something uniquely their own. We also dive into the stories behind their music, the complexities of growing up with a mixed cultural identity, and what it means to stay connected to...

This week, artist and activist Gregg Deal of Dead Pioneers joins the podcast to talk about the experiences, identity, and influences that shape his work. He reflects on using art and music to challenge stereotypes, confront difficult histories, and create space for Indigenous voices. We also dive into the stories behind Dead Pioneers, the importance of speaking honestly about Indigenous identity,...

This week, award-winning singer-songwriter Fawn Wood joins the podcast to talk about the experiences, traditions, and influences that have shaped her music. She reflects on her journey as an artist, the role of Indigenous culture in her music, and finding her own voice through song. We also dive into the stories behind her music, the importance of honoring tradition, and the power of music to conn...

This week, singer-songwriter AJ Harvey joins the podcast to talk about the experiences, influences, and passion that have shaped his music. He reflects on his journey through The Voice, his love of rock & roll, and the moments that have pushed him to find his own voice as an artist. We also dive into the stories behind his music, the importance of staying true to yourself, and what it means to bui...

This week, award-winning Mohawk singer-songwriter Shawnee Kish joins the podcast to talk about the experiences, resilience, and identity that shape her music. She reflects on growing up obsessed with music, embracing her authentic self, and how her Indigenous identity continues to influence her artistry. We also dive into the stories behind her music, the importance of representation for Indigenou...

This week, singer-songwriter Natasha Fisher joins the podcast to share the experiences, challenges, and personal journey that have shaped both her life and her music. She opens up about her path to sobriety, connecting with her Indigenous identity later in life, and how those transformative experiences gave her a deeper sense of purpose and connection to her songwriting. We also dive into the stor...

This week, singer-songwriter Aysanabee joins the podcast to talk about the experiences, stories, and perspective that shape his music. He reflects on how a life-changing near-death experience became the catalyst for pursuing music full-time, and how that moment continues to influence his songwriting and creative journey. We also dive into the stories behind his songs, the importance of honoring hi...

This week, singer-songwriter LOV joins the podcast to talk about the music, experiences, and purpose behind everything she creates. She shares how vulnerability, resilience, and a passion for empowering women shape both her songwriting and her artistry, while reflecting on the journey that led her to embrace her voice. We also dive into the stories behind her music, the balance between personal ex...

This week, Indigenous hip-hop duo THRONE joins the podcast to talk about the music, experiences, and culture that fuel everything they create. The duo shares how identity, storytelling, and community shape their sound, while reflecting on the journey that's brought them to this point. We also dive into the realities of being independent artists, the creative process behind their music, and what it...

Hawaiian country reggae artist Maoli is known for blending his classic Hawaiian, reggae, and American country inspirations into his unique and iconic sound. On this week's episode, the golden-voiced native of upcountry Maui discusses his broad musical influences, where his music and ideas come from, and how he's adapting his recording and publishing strategy to stay at the top of the game in the m...

Canadian Indigenous DJ collective The Halluci Nation are known for their genre-bending live DJ performances and recordings, covering everything from hip hop, to house music, to reggae and dubstep. In this episode of Indigenous Setlist, DJ/Producers 2oolman and Behr Witness discuss their eclectic musical influences, the impact of their music on their community, and the unity and inspiration that co...

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