Known for incorporating both Spanish and English interchangeably into his music, Xiuhtezcatl just released “San.” Xiuhtezcatl has performed and collaborated with artists such as Raury, WILLOW, Jaden and Shailene Woodley.
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Aysanabee Releases Ego Death
Ego Death, the third single from Aysanabee’s debut album, Watin, arrives ahead in advance of the album’s full release date on November 4, 2022. Ego Death is about the complete loss of self-identity and the realization that one might not be the things they have identified with. Check out the new single now streaming exclusively on Rising Indigenous Voices Radio.
Snotty Nose Rez Kids release new single “Trendsetter (feat. Dillan Ponders)”
Following the release “I’M GOOD,” the Snotty Nose Rez Kids are back with their latest single, “TRENDSETTER.” The new single sees the Anishinaabe duo Trybez and D drawing attention to all the ways they embody the Boujee Native aesthetic: confidence, style, and talent. Check out the new single below and stream now exclusively on Rising Indigenous Voices Radio.
Byron Nicholai releases new single “Quyatuunga (Thankful)”
Yup’ik Artist Byron Nicholai has just released his latest single “Quyatuunga (Thankful)”. Nicholai has previously won the 2014 Alaska Federation of Natives President’s Award and the 2015 Alaskan Spirit of Youth award.
Haida Gwaii singer Carsen Gray releases new single “Alive” alongside her new EP “Notes to Self”
Carson Gray has just released her latest EP Notes to Self, marking the Haida songwriter’s second EP of 2022 and the follow-up to Each Moment. The new EP is described as a “back to basics” affair. Gray is also released her new video for “Alive.” Enjoy the newly released video below and to stream the full length album now on our web stream!
Inupiaq artist Quinn Christopherson releases debut album “Write Your Name In Pink”
The long awaited debut album of Inupiaq artist Quinn Christopherson has released!
Snotty Nose Rez Kids release new single “I’m Good”
Haisla Nation duo from Vancouver, the Snotty Nose Rez kids, have just released the upbeat track “I’M GOOD”. Produced by KYRIGO, the song sets an upbeat mood as the duo trade uplifting bars about “feeling like a million bucks.” Snotty Nose Rez member Young D said in a statement, “We spent our last album working through the darker times we experienced. It was important for our new music to be positive and to show our fans that we needed Life After to talk about our experiences in 2020/2021, but that we’re back touring, traveling the world, making new music, and ultimately, we’re good!” The duo are on the shortlist for the upcoming 2022 Polaris Music Prize for their album Life After, and they’ll perform at the Gala at The Carlu in Toronto on Sept. 19. Hear “I’M GOOD” below.
Yaqui Indigenous artist PJ Vegas releases new single “God Mode”
Award winning singer songwriter Pj Vegas has just released his new single “God Mode” featuring sultry vocals and gritty content. Vegas has previously won an MTV VMA for “Best Video With a Message.” Vegas is also the son of Pat Vegas, member/founder of legendary Native American rock band Redbone.
The Storyteller at the Alaska State Fair 2022
The RIVR organized a Storytelling Pop-Up event during the weekend of 8/29 at the 2022 Alaska State Fair. This second annual gathering took place at the Gathering Place stage and was hosted by Ralph Sara, also known as Anonymous Eskimo. The event featured a captivating live performance by Inupiaq artist Byron Nicholai.
Quinn Christopherson releases new single and video “Celine” from the upcoming album “Write Your Name in Pink”
Celine is a song about measuring up to your heroes — in this case, an ode to Christopherson’s mother. In particular, “Celine” is about one especially memorable karaoke experience she had. Celine will be one of the thirteen tracks on the upcoming debut album “Write Your Name in Pink.”