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The Cisco Band and The Joaquin Brothers (CR-6138)
The Cisco Band and the Joaquin Brothers are two legendary bands in the history of Waila, popularly known as "Chicken Scratch". The energetic dance music of the Native peoples of southern Arizona, Waila features the intertwining melodies of saxophone and accordion propelled by the rhythms of guitar, bass and drums. Playing the Polkas and Two-Steps that are hallmarks of the Scratch sound, these two renowned bands exemplify this innovative confluence of music from Tohono O'odham and European culture.
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Todi Neesh Zhee Singers- Utopia (CR-6433)
Navajo Two-Step and Skip Dance songs are traditional social songs about love and courting and are a central part of Navajo culture. This recording presents one of the top groups of the Navajo, the Todi Neesh Zhee Singers, presenting their favorite songs.
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Northern Cree - Temptations (CR-6443)
5-time Grammy® nominee Northern Cree rank among the best drum groups that the Pow-Wow trail has ever seen. They have also helped elevate the status of the Round Dance among the tribes of Native America and beyond. This collection charts the odyssey of romance from the innocence of first love to the temptations of fiery infatuation.
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Smith, Toppah & Landry - Rain in July (CR-6445)
With emotion, grace and honor, three distinguished Native American vocalists create a tapestry of choral harmonies infused with the spirit of their tribal backgrounds. Featuring Louie Gonnie and Anthony Wakeman.
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Bear Creek - Through Thick and Thin (CR-6448)
The bold singing of this Ojibwe drum group is heard in all corners of Native North America and places them firmly as a favorite of dancers and listeners. Celebrating a decade of earth-shaking drumming and awe-inspiring singing, Bear Creek is a crucial presence on the Pow-Wow trail.
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Elk Soldier - The Elk Dreamers (CR-6453)
"They call us Elk Soldier"
Dancers in the Pow-Wow circle jump to their feet and present their best dance moves when this group sings. Elk Soldier prays their songs will bring all Native people blessings in a spirit of respect for their ancestors and the drum. Featuring a guest performance by Anthony Wakeman on "Elk Medicine".
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Sullivan & Day - Love, Lies & Lullabies (CR-6455)
With wit finely honed on the Pow-Wow Trail, Mike Sullivan, Sr. and Opie Day-Bedeau perform Round Dance songs that relish love found and lament love lost. Sung in Ojibwe and English to the beat of the hand drum, these expressive songs relate tales of the rocky journey to find true love.
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Northern Cree - True Blue (CR-6456)
From the windy plains of Cree country, Grammy-nominated Pow-Wow group Northern Cree churns up the Arizona dust on this exhilarating live recording. Their super-charged singing remains anchored in the bold traditions of their people as this acclaimed group make songs that will be remembered by generations to come.
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Warscout - Many Tribes One Nation (CR-6457)
Warscout carries a message of pride to all Native peoples on this live recording of high-energy Pow-Wow tunes. Respected throughout the Pow-Wow Trail, Warscout combines powerful lyrical messages with thunderous melodies that make you tighten your moccasins and dance hard!
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Cheevers Toppah and Kevin Yazzie - Awakening of Life (CR-6458)
The distinct sounds of Kiowa and Dine Peyote singing are performed by noted young singers Cheevers Toppah and Kevin Yazzie. Utilizing unison and harmonized singing, the beauty of these songs inspire, balance and guide the listener through the journey of life.
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Kevin Yazzie - Hope (CR-6460)
From the age-old traditions of the Native American Church, Grammy®-nominated singer Kevin Yazzie (Dine) brings a message of hope for all who walk on Mother Earth. Guided by his heartfelt faith, Kevin's delicate multi-part vocal harmonies inspire feelings of deep happiness and soothe the weary as they travel the road of life.
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Randall Paskemin - Goodnight, Sweet Dreams, I Love You (CR-6462)
From one of the most prolific traditional Native American singers and songwriters, Randall Paskemin crafts a collection of songs to accompany children throughout the day and sweet lullabies to soothe them to sleep at night. Gently sung in both English and Cree, these songs share the loving family traditions of Native peoples and inspire joy and happiness in all children.
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Cheevers Toppah - Renewed Spirit, Harmonized Church Hymns of the Kiowa (CR-6464)
Kiowa Christian hymns have been a prominent singing tradition among the Kiowa people of Oklahoma since the turn of the 20th century. Blending the song structure, style and melodies of European-American Christian hymns with pre-Christian Kiowa songs, these songs have been faithfully passed down through tribal elders to the present day. This landmark recording collects several Kiowa hymns augmented by multi-part harmonies performed and arranged by Grammy®-nominee Kiowa singer Cheevers Toppah.
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Thunder Hill - Relentless (CR-6465)
With firm dedication to the drum, Thunder Hill continues to bring the proud singing legacies of the Southern Plains to Pow-Wow people everywhere. Recorded live in their home state, this championship drum group epitomizes the legendary sound of Native Oklahoma.
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Jay Begaye with Tiinesha Begaye - Horses Are Our Journey (CR-6467)
For Native Americans throughout history the horse has been central to their lives. Jay Begaye of the Dine (Navajo) and his daughter, Tiinesha Begaye (Similkameen-Dine), honor their horses through song and sing about other aspects of Native American culture in performances of Dine Traditional songs, Canadian Round Dance songs and a Pow-Wow style song.
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Chillon Paddock - Zephyr (CR-6469)
Like a gentle breeze blowing across the vast expanse of the Navajo Nation, the voice of Chillon Paddock flows effortlessly and soothes the mind, body and soul. Grounded in the healing traditions of the Native American Church, Chillon's songs mend the spirit and restore the balance of one's being. Featuring Louie Gonnie.
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Tha Tribe - Woodland Groove (CR-6472)
Tha Tribe deliver a championship performance of fierce singing and drumming recorded live at the famous Woodland Bowl at the Menominee Nation Pow-Wow. Singing straight songs in the traditional style, Tha Tribe’s raw energy conveys the essence of the Pow-Wow with these tree-shaking songs.
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Bear Creek - XI (CR-6474)
Having dedicated themselves to the way of the drum for over a decade, Bear Creek continues to sing from the heart with power, conviction and feeling. Combining intricate melodies with crisp singing, this Ojibwe drum group delivers another soon-to-be-classic recording. Disc includes a 14 minute DVD that features LIVE video footage from the Pow-Wow, plus exclusive interviews.
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Talibah Begay - Navajo Songs for Children (CR-6475)
Talibah Begay is a fresh young voice representing the Navajo people. Her children’s songs reflect the traditions of her people especially respect for elders. Sung in Navajo and English. Talibah’s songs are for fun as well as to teach the lasting values of the Diné.
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