Black Lodge Singers facts for kids

The Black Lodge Singers are a famous Native American music group. They come from White Swan, Washington. Kenny ScabbyRobe, a member of the Blackfeet Nation, leads the group. Many of his twelve sons are also part of the Black Lodge Singers. They are known for their powerful northern drum music.

Who are the Black Lodge Singers?

The Black Lodge Singers are a well-known musical group from the Blackfeet Nation. They are led by Kenny ScabbyRobe. Many of his twelve sons are also members of the group. They play a type of music called "northern drum." This style is very important in many Native American cultures.

Their Music and Albums

The Black Lodge Singers create traditional pow wow songs. Pow wows are special gatherings where Native American people celebrate their culture. Music and dance are a big part of these events. The group has released many albums. They have put out twenty albums with Canyon Records. Two of these albums are even special pow wow songs just for children!

Awards and Recognition

The Black Lodge Singers have won many awards for their music. They have received several Native American Music Awards. For example, they won "Best Powwow Album" in 1998. They were named "Debut Group" in 2000. In 2004, they won "Best Powwow Music."

They have also been nominated for the famous Grammy Award. In 1994, they were nominated for "Best Traditional Folk Album." This was for their album Ancestral Voices. They worked with R. Carlos Nakai and William Eaton on this album.

Between 2001 and 2009, they were nominated seven times for the "Best Native American Music Album" Grammy. In 2021, they received another Grammy nomination. This was in the "Best Regional Roots Music Album" category. This shows how much their music is loved and respected.