Keith Secola facts for kids
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Keith Secola
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![]() Keith Secola playing the flute in 2023
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Origin | Cook, Minnesota, U.S. |
Genres | Indie rock, Folk rock, Folk |
Years active | 1990 | –Present
Labels | Akina Records, Don Giovanni Records |
Keith Secola (born in 1957) is an Ojibwe-American musician. He plays rock and roll, folk rock, and folk music. Keith is a singer-songwriter who also plays the guitar and flute.
Keith Secola was born in Cook, Minnesota. He is married and has two children. In 1982, he finished his studies at the University of Minnesota. He earned a degree in American Indian Studies.
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Keith Secola's Music Career
Keith Secola has played with different bands. Some of their names were the Wild Band of Indians, the Wild Javelinas, and Wild Onions.
His songs have been used in documentary films. These include Homeland, Patrick's Story, and Dodging Bullets. In 2006, he won "best artist" at the Native American Music Awards. This was for his album Native Americana.
Famous Songs and Film Music
Keith Secola is well-known for his fun, folk rock song, "NDN Kars." This song was featured in the movie Dance Me Outside.
His music was also used in the documentary Dodging Bullets—Stories from Survivors of Historical Trauma. His songs helped show what it was like growing up as a Native American.
Activism and Community Work
Keith Secola is also an activist. He has worked with actress Irene Bedard. Together, they have focused on protecting the environment and supporting Native American issues.
Keith Secola's Albums
Keith Secola has released several albums over the years. Here is a list of his main albums:
Year | Title | Label | Format |
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1992 | Circle | AKINA Records | CD |
1996 | Wild Band of Indians | AKINA Records | CD |
1999 | Fingermonkey | AKINA Records | CD |
2000 | Homeland | AKINA Records | CD |
2005 | Native Americana | AKINA Records | CD |
2012 | Life is Grand | AKINA Records | CD |
2017 | Circle | Don Giovanni Records | CD/LP/Digital |
2021 | Portals | Don Giovanni Records | CD/Digital |