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If you're an indigenous person living in a country that was forcefully colonized, it's all too common to find yourself underrepresented and misrepresented if not blatantly and systematically devalued and attacked. Positive role models and a positive self-identity are hard to come by, yet the Canadian DJ collective A Tribe Called Red is a modern gateway into urban and contemporary indigenous culture and experience, celebrating all its layers and complexity.

Looking to the future, without losing sight of their past, ATCR straddles a broad range of musical influences based in modern hip-hop, traditional pow wow drums and vocals, blended with edgy electronic music production styles. Currently made up of Bear Witness and 2oolman, ATCR first got together in 2008. They are part of a vital new generation of artists making a cultural and social impact in Canada alongside a renewed Aboriginal rights movement called Idle No More.

ATCR's beginnings will always be rooted in the uplifting and inclusive Electric Pow Wow nights formerly held on the second Saturday of every month at Ottawa's Club Babylon. During the parties, formed an eclectic a crowd of indigenous people (which includes First Nations people, Métis, Inuit, and 631 other nations) mixed with music heads, social activists and anyone looking for a great party and a safe space to come together. Electric Pow Wow formed the roots of what would become the DNA of the live ATCR experience that has now toured the world over.

Through the group's positivity and tireless work ethic their message has expanded to global proportions with tours in Australia, Europe, Mexico and the United States.

It's no accident that Native American activist, poet and musician John Trudell is the first voice you hear on the collective's third album, We Are The Halluci Nation, as the group considers him a forefather for this movement. The album includes a number of other connections as well, ranging from hip-hop star Yasiin Bey (AKA Mos Def) or Saul Williams to Colombian visual artist and musician Lido Pimienta to native musicians Black Bear, Tanya Tagaq to the Australian aboriginal band OKA or the Swedish-Sami singer Maxida Marak.

The crew has performed high profile festival dates at Coachella, Bonnaroo, AfroPunk, Osheaga, and New Orleans Jazz Fest to list a few. In 2014, they garnered mainstream recognition when the band became the first Indigenous group to win the Breakthrough Group of the Year award at the Juno Awards (Canada's Grammys). ATCR was also long-listed for Canada's prestigious Polaris Music Prize in 2012 and 2013 and its debut album was included in the Washington Post's top 10 albums of that same year.

A Tribe Called Red promotes inclusivity, empathy and acceptance amongst all races and genders in the name of social justice. They believe that indigenous people need to define their identity on their own terms. If you share this vision, then you are already part of the Halluci Nation.

"We are the Halluci Nation."

Reviews

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 14 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Majestic

    by StyleB on 2018-02-06The Danforth Music Hall - Toronto

    Tribe called Red and Narcy rocked it! (Sorry got there late so didnt see any previous performers) The dancers that Tribe had really drove the point at how colourful the culture is. It needs to be cherished and celebrated more often. Good job Tribe! Ill be honest, I miss DJ NDN but 2oolman and Bear Witness rocked it. Ian, wherever you are, hope you are well and make your way back. Your tribe misses you.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Tribe Called Red-excellent.

    by dara666 on 2018-01-24The Danforth Music Hall - Toronto

    This was my first time seeing A Tribe Called Red and I loved it. Native music mixed with techno music was the best. I loved the native dancers and also the other dancers as well. The general admission area was a huge dance floor. I loved seeing everyone having a good time. I would definately go see them again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A Tribe Called Red was powerful!

    by Anonymous on 2018-01-24The Danforth Music Hall - Toronto

    An electrifying show, one of the best I have ever seen. The Pow-wow dancers in full regalia and powerful music, people of all ages, races ... the energy in the room was indescribable.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Tribe called Red is spectacular

    by Anonymous on 2018-01-24The Danforth Music Hall - Toronto

    Amazing performance, dancers. Incredible show! Tribe called Red is true Canada, coming out at last!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Tribe was awesome

    by Anonymous on 2018-01-24The Danforth Music Hall - Toronto

    Great show, so much energy and the music is amazing

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    11/10

    by begoodjen on 2018-01-23The Danforth Music Hall - Toronto

    ALWAYS go to A Tribe Called Red when you have the chance. The music, the dancers, the vibe. You just cannot beat this show. I have seen them three times in the last year and it is better every time.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Tribe Called Awesome!

    by Nishguy on 2018-01-23The Danforth Music Hall - Toronto

    Ultimately, one awesome performance. Had a wonderful time and look forward to seeing another set...

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    ATCR was very very good

    by Anonymous on 2018-01-22The Danforth Music Hall - Toronto

    Music choice was great...crowd was happening..great venue

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    ATRC Rocks!

    by BillyRay on 2016-11-29Union Hall - Edmonton

    Awesome performance. Intimate venue. ATCR IS AMAZING. Go see them.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    No less than AWESOME!

    by oceanicthunder on 2016-11-29Union Hall - Edmonton

    What a night of getting the heart rockin beneath my chest that couldn't stop moving. I danced until I could not dance no more. Loved the intimate setting, the crowd was happy, some even looked like they were having a spiritual experience in their physical expressions. The dancers totally pumped the spirit in the house. I hope they come back and we will make sure its SOLD OUT again!