Like her music, ShoShona defies colonial definitions, constantly subverting any attempts to put her in a box. They have brought their unique musical marriage of unvarnished truth and unconditional love to venues and festivals around the world. Their music breaches categorization, seamlessly blending global and traditional Indigenous sounds with roots, blues and soul. ShoShona leads the multi-award-winning band Digging Roots, with her husband, Raven Kanatakta. ShoShona was awarded the ‘Spirit of Folk Award’ at the International Folk Awards in Kansas City and was recognized by the Berlin based WOMEX organization for her work internationally with the prestigious ‘Professional Excellence Award’, “for her role in the ongoing revolution of upheaving Indigenous communities and their culture – using the medium of music as an agent of change, to awaken our humanity and help us connect”. ShoShona Kish is an Anishinaabekwe community organizer, producer, activist, songwriter and two-time JUNO award-winning touring artist. As he readies for his next album, Prince finds himself exactly where he needs to be. Be it his breakout BBC-approved “Breathless,” hometown favourite “7,” or soul searching “Lighthouse,” heard round the world closing Angelina Jolie’s Those Who Wish Me Dead, he’s traveled the road from Peguis First Nation to playing sold out shows across continents. In concert, where his musical gifts and worldview converge in and between songs, Prince often remarks on the distance his songs have taken him. With meaningful, impactful appearances on national broadcasts honouring icons and amplifying crucial conversations alike, Prince has taken up his deserved place on the national stage. Prince’s career trajectory is marked by accolades and milestones: an opening slot for Neil Young, a JUNO Award, a Tiny Desk and a return to the studio with Grammy winning producer Dave Cobb. Prince has also built a collection of memorable collaborations with many of Canada’s most esteemed artists, including Buffy Sainte-Marie, The Tragically Hip and Serena Ryder along the way. From the giant first step taken with his award-winning debut, Earthly Days, which introduced Prince to the world, through releasing two full albums in 2020 – Reliever and Gospel First Nation – in the midst of chaos and confusion, William Prince’s discography finds its steadying, timeless appeal in his rich voice and assured restraint. Over four albums, with his newest Stand in the Joy just released, Prince has created a body of work that traces a remarkable journey. Grace is not a final state but a process. Prince offers what’s true for himself in whatever way it is helpful. A masterclass in skillful simplicity, Prince’s songwriting is grounded in a balance between the personal and the universal, his own moments of self-discovery and the larger questions we face together. Guided by a practical yet profound gratitude, William Prince’s songs convey the power of wonder and humility. Host bios and a full list of interviewees can be found at adaytolisten.ca Special guests include: ALAN GREYEYES, BUFFY SAINTE-MARIE, ILONA VERLEY AND JORDIN TOOTOO, and more. Hosted by WILLIAM PRINCE (6am to 10am), SHOSHONA KISH (10am to 2pm) and AYSANABEE (2pm to 6pm), this year we have 13 special guests who will speak about their Indigenous identity through conversations about representation, the fusion of traditional and contemporary music, land protection, the impacts of climate change, and lots more. Mino Bimaadiziwin means “the good life” in Anishinabemowin. This year’s theme is Mino Bimaadiziwin: Honouring Indigenous Identity. In recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) is proud to partner once again with major media outlets and radio stations throughout Canada for A DAY TO LISTEN 2023. TUNE IN 6am – 6pm local time, Saturday, September 30 on radio stations across Canada
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