Gi-Nagamowinaanan: Our Songs

The first in a new Indigenous talent series, Gi-Nagamowinaanan: Our Songs, was the brain child of local Winnipeg Indigenous talent Boogey the Beat, 2oolman, and Sebastian Gaskin. The event brought community out for a night of pow wow step, funk, and electronic music on December 28, 2018.

Clan Mother was pleased to be invited as an official vendor and installed a Surprise Pop-Up, selling out a limited run of “Wu-Tang Dodem” Tees. Chi-miigwech goes out to the behind-the-scenes team in making our Pop-Ups successful: Raven-Dominique Gobeil and Alyssa Bird.

Photos by Alyssa Bird Photography.

More about the artists:

“2oolman, 1/2 of A Tribe Called Red, brings his unique blend of Indigenous and contemporary music to the scene. A Tribe Called Red promotes inclusivity, empathy and acceptance amongst all races and genders in the name of social justice. They believe that indigenous people need to define their identity on their own terms. If you share this vision, then you are already part of the Halluci Nation."

“Boogey The Beat is an Anishinaabe DJ and Producer from Winnipeg, Canada who blends traditional Indigenous songs with modern electronic beats. His DJing skills have landed him on stages for the Indspire Awards, Canada Day 150 Main Stage in Ottawa, National Aboriginal Day LIVE presented by APTN, and multiple festivals across Turtle Island.”

“Sebastian Gaskin is a Cree and Anishinaabe singer/songwriter and guitarist from Winnipeg, Canada who creates lush soundscapes combined with heart-thumping bass and melancholic melodies. Following the release of several singles on his SoundCloud, he has quickly gained a following within Canada and around the world. He released his first single titled “6AM” which ended up reaching the the number 1 spot on the National Indigenous Countdown. His talents have taken him across Europe and onto the stages of multiple festivals within Canada.”