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CHSR News – September 11th, 2024 – Harvest Opens With Kulasihkulpa!

Fredericton’s Harvest Music Festival opened last night with a celebration of indigenous music called Kulasihkulpa! which featured Judie Acquin, The Muskrat Singers, Dee Dee Austin and local grass dancers. The opening ceremonies was the festival’s second opening ceremony featuring a heavy spotlight on indigenous artists. Johnny James was at the event and spoke to Wolastoq Grand

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Mike Bern releases first solo single, “First Mother”

Mike Bern, Wolastoqiyik singer-songwriter from Tobique First Nation, releases his first single as a solo artist. Formerly of Indigenous Music Award winning bands Kickin’ Krotch and District Avenue, Bern keeps his alternative rock roots while exploring a more Canadiana sound.

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