Historical, cultural, rock, blues, folk - and then some
"In spite of the fact that the people who later colonized the country nearly destroyed the Native populations entirely, their culture is still very much alive, especially through music. Listening to and supporting music by Indigenous musicians won’t undo history, but it will allow you to better understand the concerns of Native people, through their music and lyrics. The messages shed light on how the atrocities of the past are still wreaking havoc on the present, how ancient solutions can solve modern problems, and the importance of preserving and having pride in your roots.
Given ... the current reckoning happening in the US and Canada related to the treatment of their Native people, this playlist focuses on music by Indigenous artists who occupy land now considered the Americas. However, it’s important to recognize that there is an endless amount of music to discover by Indigenous musicians from around the world, and that Indigenous communities are interconnected despite geographical borders."
--- Berklee Online
Indigenous Musicians You Should Listen To Now
By Talia Smith-Muller, Berklee Online, "Take Note"
This list is just beginning. The tip of the iceberg, so to speak