Ancient traditions of Yup'ik drumming and singing have continued since time immemorial.

19 MP3 Songs
WORLD: Native American, WORLD: World Traditions



Details:
This album features traditional Yup'ik (Inuit) singing and druming, an ancient form of theatrical expression and storytelling from southwestern Alaska.

Drums of the North is the first strictly traditional Yup'ik album ever produced. This is Pamyua's fourth album and it's sure to be as successful as their previous three. Back to the roots.

"Dancing makes you happy and makes you feel better with every movement. This tradition is alive and thriving with dances being composed every day."

- Stephen Blanchett,
Singer, Drummer and Dancer.

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DISCOGRAPHY

2005, Drums of the North
2003, Caught in the Act
2001, Verses
1998, Mengluni

Caught in the Act, Verses and Mengluni have all reached number one on the TOP-10 chart of album sales in Alaska.

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AWARDS

2003 Record of the Year - "Caught in the Act", NAMMY
2003 Top Ten Rising Stars - Native Peoples Magazine
2000 Top Ten Alaskan Artist of the Century - Anchorage Daily News

NOMINATIONS

2003 Group of the Year - Native American Music Awards, (NAMMY)
2003 Best Pop/Rock Recording - "Caught in the Act", NAMMY
2001 Best World Music Album - "Verses", NAMMY

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