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After releasing a captivating debut single called "Dancing with Sue" in June of 2020, Wyatt C. Louis created a stir that saw them gain fans across Alberta, Canada, and beyond. But it would be nearly four years until Wyatt's debut full-length album was released. The album Chandler, released on May 27, 2024, shot straight to #1 on CKUA's weekly Top 30 chart. Their songs are pensive, deeply felt, and slow burning, while their supple voice and guitar work express wonder and vulnerability. The candid solo performances that Wyatt shared with us in CKUA's Studio A are intimate and beautiful. This live session took place in December 2024 — just as CKUA's music library team had crunched the numbers and determined that Wyatt's album, Chandler, had become the most played on CKUA's airwaves for the entire year. As a special bonus, we had the opportunity to surprise Wyatt with the joyful news that they were #1 for 2024! It's a moment of pure joy, alongside Wyatt's blissful music and conversation. The Hidden Track podcast is a CKUA production, made possible by the generosity of our donors. Thank you for your support! Host: Grant Stovel | Producer: Scott Zielsdorf | Graphics: Craig Taffs | Music: Doug Hoyer Recording/Mastering for this Session provided by Brendan Cross.
In this episode, Isabel Khalili talks with Kevin Sur, co-host of KEXP's global Indigenous music show, Sounds of Survivance. They discuss the way he approaches his show and defining "Indigeneity," then Kevin shares the stories behind three new songs he's been loving. He also talks about his journey to find the origins of a West Papuan funk track from the 70s, and what it taught him about their freedom struggle. Plus, KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley shares a haunting new track about isolation and connection. Y La Bamba – “Nunca” T H R O N E – “Wrestling God” Wyatt C. Louis – “Dancing With Sue" The Black Brothers – “Saman Doye” mary in the junkyard - "ghost" Listen to Sounds of Survivance with Kevin Sur and Tory J every Monday from 3-5am PT, or anytime on the 2-week archive, at KEXP.org or the KEXP App. Hosted and produced by: Isabel Khalili and Janice HeadleyMixed by: Emily FoxEditorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Our theme music is “好吗 (Hao Ma)” by Chinese American Bear Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.orgSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, the beautiful resistance of Indigenous music makers carrying powerful messages Digging Roots is Raven Kanatakta and Shoshona Kish. The blues/folk/soul duo just won a JUNO Award for their latest album Zhawenim. Their fourth studio album takes inspiration from skylines and mountain ranges; something the couple call Anishinabek Songlines, an ancient way of creating music. Rising star Aysanabee also got to shine on Canada's JUNO stage this year. The singer/songwriter from Sandy Lake First Nation gave an emotional performance of his song, We Were Here featuring Northern Cree. We catch up with him to find out where his album Watin, about his grandfather, has taken him since its powerful debut. It's rage and recovery with Kristi Lane Sinclair on her new record Super Blood Wolf Moon. The Haida/Cree rocker takes us through her personal journey as a survivor of domestic violence and PTSD. But more than that it is a journey of reclamation, healing and ultimately, the power of women who rise above it all. Zoon, also known as Daniel Monkman, represents young two-spirit identity in their latest record Bekka Ma'iingan, available now. Anishinaabemowin for ‘slow down' and ‘wolf,' Bekka Ma'iingan is both a grieving and a celebration of lost loved ones. From escaping a religious cult, to receiving JUNO nominations Jayli Wolf has seen a lot. Her 2021 debut EP Wild Whisper helped her work through intergenerational trauma and the shame she experienced as a young queer woman. Ultimately, the Anishinaabe woman reclaimed the Indigenous identity she had been displaced from. On her new record, God is an Endless Mirror, set for release this summer, Jayli shares her spiritual awakening. Plus a taste of the latest music from Indian Giver, Wyatt C. Louis, Sebastian Gaskin, and Andrina Turenne
Cette semaine à mâmawi musique, Moe Clark nous présente Wyatt C. Louis, un auteur-compositeur-interprète d'origines métis et crie des plaines, qui offre une musique folk qui plaira à plusieurs. Avec Moon M. O, assistant•e à la recherche.
Blue Jay Sessions is back! I have Dan Clapson (Eat North, Globe & Mail and Blue Jay Sessions) and Wyatt C. Louis (Calgary Folk Country Artist) as my guests for this very special bonus episode all about Blue Jay Sessions: Summer Nights! Welcome back to Dan and welcome welcome to Wyatt!!It takes place July 7-10 and will feature 24 talented musicians performing in different sessions in captivating songwriters' circles. Singers will share their original music and the stories behind their songs. It's been a long time since most musicians have performed live, so they've been asked to bring some high energy anthems with them too.The current sessions will feature artists such as British Columbia's Kristin Carter, Edmonton's D'orjay The Singing Shaman, Calgary artists Matt Blais, duo As High As We Go, Justine Vandergrift and Jess Knights and Nehiyaw singer Wyatt C. Louis. There will be two sessions per night. 6pm and 9pm!As always, they have some fun food created by talented Top Chef Canada alum Elycia Ross and drink options including plenty of Russell Brewing Co. craft beer including their very own Blue Jay Sessions beer.Blue Jay Sessions: Summer Nights will also serve as a fundraiser for Skipping Stone Foundation. Partial ticket sales will be donated to the charity as well as proceeds from sales of nightly posters and limited edition t-shirts.This round of Blue Jay Sessions will take place in a cool (and covered) outdoor event space adjacent to Ill-Fated Kustoms in the Manchester Industrial area. This space boasts plenty of parking, is a short Uber ride from the heart of Calgary and a 15 minute walk from the Chinook LRT station.The Blue Jay Sessions will also release a new single to all streaming services on July 7 to benefit Skipping Stone, a Calgary-based organization that supports trans and gender-diverse youth and their families. Twenty singers from across Canada, lent their voice to the single, a cover of Amanda Marshall's Sitting on Top of the World.Continuing to keep health and safety front-of-mind, we will be adhering to all live performance safety protocols put forward by Alberta Health Services.You can find out more about Blue Jay Sessions on all social media platforms and you can find Wyatt C. Louis on all streaming platforms and all social media platforms and on his website as well!
Indigenization Across the Nation is produced by Grace Heavy Runner, Hannah Many Guns, and Spencer Burgess. This episode featured an interview with Shirley Hill and music from Wyatt C. Louis, Brett Lee Spring Chief, and original theme song by Terrill Tail Feathers.
Indigenization Across the Nation is produced by Grace Heavy Runner, Hannah Many Guns, and Spencer Burgess. This episode featured an interview with Shirley Hill and music from Wyatt C. Louis, Brett Lee Spring Chief, and original theme song by Terrill Tail Feathers.
Playlist: Lisette Xavier - Almost ChristmasEllen Doty & Wyatt C. Louis - MittensBlsing, Colin Carbonera - Happy Birthday JesusThomas Thomas - Happy New Year BabyThe Wells - Time ToOctoduck - Falling ApartYoung Neighbours - Peace During WartimeSalt Horse - UptightThe Corey Hotline - Red Ryder B.B. GunWagbeard - Too EasyEarthquake Pills - FrankenstinoThe Forbidden Dimension - Haywire HannahMark Mills - So Do You
Playlist: Mr.Scruff feat. Alice Russell - Music Takes Me UpEllen Doty & Wyatt C. Louis - MittensThe Hypnotic Brass Ensemble - Cty LivinKhruangbin - Lady and ManSlakah the Beatchild - Something ForeverK-OS - One Time
On this episode on the Proudly Made in Canada show, Connor chats with Wyatt C. Louis, an indigenous, Canadian, Singer-songwriter. Wyatt takes us through his recent collaboration with Denise Valle on the song, Circles, and his recent new release, Dancing With Sue. Connor gushes over his love affair with the song Dancing with Sue while Wyatt takes time to educate us on social change, how to get involved and always to continue to unlearn and learn as much as we can! Follow Wyatt C. Louis: https://www.instagram.com/vvlouis/ Listen to Wyatt C. Louis: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0U2aokEQQSzyTcQdpC6DsB?si=ZlSLa62GQGyaoZH6GHwiVA
Playlist: The Great Flood - I See the RainFairport Convention - The Ballad of Easy RiderLittle Kid - LosingTy Segall - Orange Color QueenHaley Heynderickx, Tré Burt - These DaysJim Munro - RielDestroyer - Painter in Your PocketChristian Lee Hutson - Get the Old Band Back TogetherThe Blaze Velluto Collection - MathildaMazzy Star - HalahV.V. Lightbody - Damn GoldenUmas E Outras - Não Adianta Tentar EquecerWyatt C. Louis - Hometown HeroMichael Nau - The GlassAngel Olsen - Sister
Playlist: Colter Wall - Sleeping on the BlacktopMav Karlo - Nothing Left to FeelAngel Olsen - SansAmos The Kid - Mountain ViewIan & Sylvia - Early Morning RainLogan Ledger - Let the Mermaids Flirt With MeDaniel Romano - All the Reaching TrimsAlex Nicol - Bridge Back to MeStompin' Tom Connors - How the Mountain Came DownParquet Courts - Captive of the SunBuffy Ste-Marie - Cod'ineCarver Baronda - I Could Take You All the Places I Have BeenWyatt C. Louis - Long RunAngel Olsen - IotaJackson C. Frank - Milk and HoneyTijuana Panthers - NOBO