Logan Staats facts for kids

Logan Staats is a talented Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician. He became very well known in 2018 and 2019 after winning the first season of a TV show called The Launch on CTV. Logan is famous for his song "The Lucky Ones," which quickly became number one on the Canadian iTunes chart when it was released. He also appeared in a 2017 Canadian documentary called When They Awake, which celebrated Indigenous artists and their communities.

Early Life and Music Beginnings

Logan Staats is from the Mohawk nation. He was born on the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory and grew up in Brantford, Ontario, which is nearby. He started writing and performing music when he was a teenager, playing the guitar and harmonica. From a young age, Logan was a big fan of the famous musician Buffy Sainte-Marie and was inspired by her. Logan played many live shows in local places across what is known as Turtle Island. He has even performed on stage with artists like Buffy Sainte-Marie, Keith Secola, and Mumford & Sons.

Logan's Music Career

Early Career: 2015-2017

Logan Staats appeared in a couple of TV shows during this time. He was in "Guilt Free Zone" in 2015 and "Urban Native Girl" in 2016, where he also performed music.

He used to perform with a band called Ghost Town Orchestra. This band won an award for "Best Rock Album" at the 2014 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards.

Logan released his first full music album, called Goodbye Goldia, on June 21, 2015.

When They Awake Documentary

Logan Staats was featured in a Canadian documentary film from 2017 called When They Awake. This film was made to show off the amazing musical talent of Indigenous artists and to highlight Indigenous communities across Canada. Logan appeared in the documentary alongside other Indigenous artists such as Wab Kinew, JB the First Lady, and various drummers and dancers. Logan was filmed in his hometown of Brantford, Ontario, with JB the First Lady.

Logan traveled with the film's team to different screenings across Canada, including cities like Toronto and Calgary. He performed at the Calgary International Film Festival with other artists like IsKwé and DJ Shub.

Winning The Launch in 2018

In September 2017, Logan Staats was chosen from 10,000 people to compete on the first season of a Canadian reality TV music show called The Launch. He appeared on the very first episode in January 2018. On the show, unsigned musicians competed to have their version of a song, "The Lucky Ones," released across the country. This song was written by Busbee and Bebe Rexha.

Logan worked with famous music figures like Scott Borchetta, artist Shania Twain, and producer Busbee. Logan was chosen as the winner of his episode. His version of "The Lucky Ones" was released on January 11, 2018.

Recent Music: 2019-Present

Logan Staats released a new song called "Fear Of The Flame" on March 15, 2019. He has been working on a new album in Nashville. His album A Light in the Attic was released in 2023.

Helping Young Indigenous Students

After winning on The Launch, Logan Staats started visiting public schools in the Durham Region. He met with Indigenous students there. He believes it's very important for young Indigenous students to see a role model from their background succeeding in the music world.

On December 4, 2017, Logan visited the Education Centre in Whitby, Ontario. He led a music workshop with Indigenous youth and their friends from six different high schools. He shared his story, performed for them, and answered questions about his life and music career.

Logan Staats' Music Albums

Studio Albums

• Goodbye Goldia (2015, 6ArrowsMedia)
• A Light in the Attic (2023, Red Music Rising)

Collaborations

• "Lightning in a Bottle" with Chllly, on the album Pariah (2015, Thru the RedDoor)

Singles and EPs

• "She Just Wants a Folk Song" (2017, self-released)
• "The Lucky Ones" (2018, Bell Media, Inc. & Big Label Machine Label Group, LLC)
• "Fear Of The Flame" (2019, Big Machine Label Group, LLC & Bell Media, Inc.)

Awards and Recognitions