Walking Through the Fire is a powerful collaboration between award-winning First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists and six-time CFMA winners Sultans of String. This unique multimedia experience blends Métis fiddling, East Coast kitchen party vibes, rock, rumba, and Pacific Northwest drumming, showcasing the diverse sounds of Turtle Island.
Featuring Lacey Hill, Marc Merilaeinen (Nadjiwan), and Shannon Thunderbird, with virtual appearances by Northern Cree and poet Dr. Duke Redbird, this event is a celebration of culture, storytelling, and music that bridges generations and traditions.
𝗗𝗼𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝟲:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠 — Don’t miss this unforgettable night of sound and spirit!
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗻
The ever-prolific, Toronto-based singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer NADJIWAN (aka Marc Meriläinen) has been blending traditional Indigenous culture with contemporary sounds, and it has been his trademark since releasing his debut album Brother in 1994. Since then, he has been honoured by the Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards, the Native American Music Awards, the Indigenous Music Awards, and Toronto’s Dora Mavor Moore Awards for the Performing Arts. In addition, NADJIWAN has performed at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and the 2015 Pan-Am Games in Toronto. Marc’s roots are deeply entrenched in northern Ontario, as he is a member of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation Cape Croker, and has family living on Atikameksheng Anishnawbek, an Ojibway First Nation located on the shores of Whitefish Lake.
𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗶𝗿𝗱
Shannon Thunderbird, M.A., B.A. (Hons.), is a Ts’msyen Elder originally from the Pacific northwest coast of British Columbia: Gilut'sau Band of the Royal House of Niis'gumiik, Gispudwada (Orca) Clan. She is an international speaker, singer-songwriter, recording artist, painter, and writer. Her fireside chats, lectures, and original music open the minds and hearts of audiences to the rich culture and history of Canada's Indigenous people. She is the founder and artistic director of Teya Peya Productions, and lead vocalist with her trio, Amgan Łiklgaawks (Red Cedar Sisters). She performs with Sultans of String, and choirs across the country.
𝗟𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹
This Oneida Wolf Clan, Six Nations born and bred independent singer/songwriter describes her music as “Indigenous Soul” grown from a passion for making music since she was a little girl. There is no denying the amount of heart Lacey Hill bleeds into all 3 of her albums. 2024 is a big year, Lacey completed Indigenous Storytellers Residency at Banff Creative Centre, she started writing her first Children’s Musical called “You Are Not Alone” (Y.A.N.A) and wrote a book to go with it ‘Y.A.N.A’ will also be showcasing in Weesageechak 37 Theatre Festival. As she's writing, Lacey will be acting as herself in the Fall/Winter Tour of "Truth and Illusion Show" which is a story weaving musical. Lacey ‘Is featured on “Path to Creation” on YesTV and other channels across Canada. Musically, Lacey is working closely with Silverheels Records and RedDoor Studio. Kicking off 2025 with "CRAZY 4 U" Soaring to #1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown.
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