Native Sounds: John Williams
of Native Roots
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 John Williams (Sisseton-Dakota/Chippewa) started playing instruments in middle school and has since grown his musical talents. John is a founding member of the Native Reggae band, Native Roots. Today, John is active in the band as their keyboard player. Native Roots promotes unity among all people. The band has won numerous awards and their dedication to their causes, as well as their Native content and themes, have helped them stand out amongst other Reggae bands. NAPT Production Assistant Tobias Grant (Omaha/Dakota/Cherokee/Dineh) is the nephew of John Williams and in this interview, they talk about John's knowledge of music, the members of Native Roots and their performance at the 2011 Miss Indian World banquet in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Interview with John Williams | Native Roots' Website | Native Roots' Facebook Page | Native Roots' MySpace Page | Twitter Page | Subscribe to the Native Sounds Podcast Page
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Sports....more than a favorite past time, athletics have led to Olympic dreams and survival skills. Join me, NAPT Production Assistant Danny Fast, as I take you through the captivating sweat and determination of some of the finest athletes in Indian Country.
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