Eekwol facts for kids
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| Birth name | Lindsay Knight |
| Born | Winnipeg, Canada |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2000-present |
| Labels | Independent |
Lindsay Knight, known by her stage name Eekwol, is a talented Canadian rapper and activist. She comes from the Muskoday First Nation in Saskatchewan. Eekwol is known for her powerful music and her work to support Indigenous culture.
She has studied a lot about Indigenous history and music. Eekwol earned degrees from the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan. Her master's project looked at how Indigenous music from the past connects to music today. She also taught at the University of Saskatchewan. Currently, she is studying for her Ph.D. in Indigenous Studies. She was even the first Indigenous storyteller-in-residence at the university.
About Eekwol's Life
Eekwol's birth name is Lindsay Knight. She is a mom to two children. Besides being a musician, she is also a dedicated scholar. Her uncle, Chester Knight, is also a well-known musician.
Eekwol's Music Journey
Eekwol started learning about hip-hop when she was 16 years old. She released her very first album in 1998. In 2005, she won the Best Hip Hop/Rap Album award at the Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards. This was for her album Apprentice to the Mystery. She won this award with her brother and producer, Mils. They even own their own music label together called Mils Production.
The album Apprentice to the Mystery was also nominated for other awards. These included the Indian Summer Music Awards in 2005 and the Aboriginal Peoples’ Choice Music Awards in 2006. Her music video for the song "Too Sick" was shown on several TV channels. These included the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network, MTV Canada, and Muchmusic. Eekwol also helped choose winners for the Saskatchewan Lieutenant Governor's Arts Awards in 2008.
Eekwol loves to help young people. She works as a mentor for youth. She has also led workshops where Cree youth learn how to write songs. She has taught for LIVE Arts Saskatchewan as well.
Eekwol's Activism
Eekwol is famous for her strong messages in her songs. She often sings about Indigenous culture and important issues facing Indigenous people. She is also active in social and political work. She has been part of an Indigenous Advisory Council. Since December 2015, she has worked as a Program Consultant for Aboriginal Arts and Community Engagement for the Saskatchewan Arts Board.
Eekwol was deeply moved after attending an event in Saskatoon. This event was part of the Truth and Reconciliation process. This process helps people learn about the history of residential schools in Canada. At the event, she heard stories from people who survived these schools. Their experiences inspired her to write the song "Ghosts."
Eekwol's Albums
- 1998 – Eekwol
- 1999 – Frequent Flyers of a Higher Science
- 2001 – Best Kept Secret
- 2002 – Soundsick
- 2004 – Apprentice to the Mystery
- 2007 – The List (with Mils)
- 2009 – Niso
- 2015 – Good Kill
- 2019 – F.W.B.W (with T-Rhyme)
- 2024 – TMRWS
