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'Resistance Music With an Indigenous Voice'

'Stealing the Sun Back' by HGS and Savage Family is a must-listen for any and all Native hip-hop fans. If you're Indian, and you can't feel this music, something is wrong with you.

 (12/30/2008)
'Groove Central' Seeks a Wider Audience

A Warms Springs tribal member hosts an Oregon radio program that showcases Native musicians. His goal is to get the show on satellite radio.

 (12/10/2008)
'Against All Oddz' by Denovo Is Dope
'Against All Oddz' by Denovo Is Dope

Nez Perce tribal member Denovo has produced an album that can spin from start to finish without pressing the skip button on the CD player.

 (12/3/2008)
A Couple of Kumeyaay Cool Guys
A Couple of Kumeyaay Cool Guys

Dago Braves' 'Native American Hustle' is the rare Native rap music that even girlfriends have in their MP3 players.

 (11/19/2008)
'Enlightened Time' Vs. 'Drinkin' Song'

Jana's video "The Enlightened Time" won a Nammy, but for a view of real reservation life for Indian people, 'Drinkin' Song' by RezHogs is the winner.

 (11/3/2008)
Maniac's Masterpiece

"Paranormal: The War Within" by Maniac the Siouxpernatural is hands down one of the best albums of the year-and not just in the Native hip-hop category.

 (11/27/2007)
Love It, Hate It

"Loved & Hated" by Night Shield has lyrics with more substance than on previous albums while still maintaining that rugged, Rez bar appeal.

 (10/24/2007)
‘Crow Hop’ Misses a Step

Supaman's solo album has solid lyrics and beats but could use a little more heat.

 (10/9/2007)

  • Tell us what you think about the 'Navajobama' T-shirt, and we'll send your comments to the manufacturer—and to the Obama for President campaign. (No profanities, please.)

  • Omission disappoints Native Americans attending the presidential candidate's speech in Wisconsin. Others express concern over Obama's stance on Indian gaming.

  • The Native actor’s role on 'Law and Order: SVU' is coming to an end, but he plans to stay busy with an Internet TV show, a book and a new baby.

  • A Tennessee high school, whose mascot is the Indians, takes the Native American motif one step further: It calls school grounds "The Reservation."

  • Native reaction to Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, McCain's vice presidential choice, is 'pretty mixed,' says one critic. A supporter says Palin 'has been open to and concerned about Alaska Native issues.'

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