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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 a talented Ojibwe-American musician. He plays different styles of music, including rock and roll, folk rock, and folk. Keith is a singer and songwriter. He also plays the guitar and the flute.
Early Life and Education
Keith Secola was born in Cook, Minnesota. He studied at the University of Minnesota and graduated in 1982. He earned a degree in American Indian Studies. Keith is married and has two children.
Music Career
Keith Secola has played with bands that had different names, such as the Wild Band of Indians. He has created songs for several documentary films. These films include Homeland, Patrick's Story, and Dodging Bullets.
In 2006, Keith won the "best artist" award at the Native American Music Awards. This award was for his album called Native Americana. He is also well-known for his fun folk rock song, "NDN Kars." This song was featured in the movie Dance Me Outside. Keith's music was also used in the documentary Dodging Bullets. His songs helped show what it was like growing up as a Native person.
Activism
Besides his music, Keith Secola is also an activist. He has worked with actress Irene Bedard on important issues. These issues include protecting the environment and supporting Native American communities.
Albums
Keith Secola has released several albums throughout his career. Some of his albums include Circle, Wild Band of Indians, Fingermonkey, Homeland, Native Americana, Life is Grand, and Portals. He has released music with labels like AKINA Records and Don Giovanni Records.