Charlie Ningiuk (Inuit Nunangani) NEW

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IPCD-1201

Explore Canada’s majestic north with Charlie Ningiuk, a unique artist that combines modern feelings, sounds and instruments with traditional language, culture and influences caressed by the northern Canadian arctic atmosphere. This CD provides world music fans with a dynamic side of Inuit music, pure sounds inspired by native northern roots. Come along for a colourful musical ride!

Henoch Townley (Reaching Point)

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IPCD-0301

29-year-old Henoch Townley was born in the Inuit settlement of St. Anthony, Newfoundland. He experienced a difficult childhood that led him to escape and fine solace in the magical world of music. He discovered a natural talent for musical instruments and quickly learned to play both the piano and guitar. His passion for music led him to leave his native village and explore opportunities in Quebec City. He finally realized his long held dream of recording his music in an Inuit village in northern Quebec. There he finished his first album with Inukshuk Records. His music is powerful,yet peaceful. His positive melodies bring people together and send an uplifting message of hope that connects spiritually with nature. Henoch combines modern sounds and instruments with traditional culture and influences, caressed by the northern Canadian lights.

Tradition (Various Artists) "AWARD NOMINEE"

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IPCD-0201

This recording is the best in Inuit traditional expression. From Alaska, Nunavut, & Nunavik. An extraordinary compilation of Throat singing, muppets, Jewish Harp, Traditional Druming and Ay ya's. Complete with a full color booklet with photos of the Inuit way of life.

The treasure of a lifetime to have

Laina Tullaugak (Piaraapivut)

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IPCD-0399

IPCT-0399

Discover an artist that combines modern sounds and instruments with traditional culture and influences sweetened by the northern Canadian arctic air. This CD provides music fans with a new and refreshing side of Inuit music Laina also offers the listener her talents as a traditional "throat singer", a pure sound which is inspired by her northern roots.

Alacie Tullaugaq (Katutjatut, Throat Singing) BEST "AWARD WINNER"

Lucy Amarualik

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IPCD-0798

IPCT-0798

Performed by two female Inuit artists, these chants, sounds and stories bring to life the nature, land and animals distinct to northern Canada. Recently chosen as the "Best Traditional Album-Historical" at the Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards ceremony in Toronto. The recording features 14 of their performances, including long and difficult songs, such as "piaramit Inaqutik" and Qimminilapik," which highlights the pair's unparalleled skill. For all those who seek to discover the unknown this CD provides the listener with an unforgettable experience.

Charlie Adams (Quviasupunga)

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IPCD-1297

IPCT-1297

One of the all-time hit songs from Nunavik is back in as the title track of a new CD from Charlie Adams. "Quviasupunga", which means "I'm happy" in Inuktitut is presented in two versions on the new disk. Charlie's voice is in fine form throughout the 13 tracks. Some of his classics have been rerecorded here, as well as some new songs. There is hit potential written all over songs such as "Aulaajingnatit" (Don't You Remember), "Anararumalinpunga" (I'm Homesick), and especially "Upingaami" (Springtime) with its beautiful, soaring chorus. The style is folk rock, sung in Inuktitut, with some nice touches of acoustic guitar, a bit of country on "Unikapung" (I'm Telling a Story), and some harder rock sounds.

Qimutjuit Band (Cousin)

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IPCD-0697

IPCT-0697

The eight tracks on this CD are at times playful, and will appeal to the child in all of us, and at times more serious. In the context of the northern music scene, there's hit potential written all over a song like Nunavut, the name of the new territory scheduled for birth on April 1,1999. Uvanga is also top 20 material. This recording serves up a nice, easy-listening sound, containing a blend of contemporary drums guitar and bass, with the strong presence of keyboards throughout. This is clear from the start when an inspirational, electronic intro leads into the opening track, Qatangutik. Lead singer Charlie Iqaluk sings with passion in inuktitut on seven songs. The members of the Qimutjuit Band are: Charlie Iqaluk, Eric Atagotaaluk, Paul Kasudluaq.

Charlie Ningiuk (Inuuqatik)

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IPCD-0397

IPCT-0397

Inuutsiarit stands out as the top hit of this new album, Inuuqatik, released by Inukshuk Productions this spring. Over the nine tracks, Charlie Ningiuk-originally from Iqaluit but now living in Inukjuak-covers progressive rock for the most part, and some easy listening. There's a nice fuzz-guitar sound throughout this well-recorded CD.

Uvagut (Inuusivut- Our Ways)

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IPCD-1295

IPCT-1295

This recording by the Iqaluit-based six-piece band is filled with folk-rock gems, with a few jolts of progressive rock now and then. Uvagut is very strong melodically, and vocalists Norman Ishultak and Ooleena Nowyook both possess powerful versatile voices. These are put to good use in the song which has become an anthem of sorts, "Nunavut". Jose Arreak's strength on the acoustic guitar shines through in this track as well. The 12 original songs on this CD are well known in the Canadian Arctic. This in one of the great Inuit recordings show casing talents from Baffin Island. A classic.

A Northern Christmas (Various Artists)

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IPCD-1296

IPCT-1296

The 24 tracks performed by 9 different artists cover a wide variety of styles. While most are Inuit, this recording contains tracks by Cree, Dene, and the Selkirk First Nation. John Landry's original contributions are worth the price of admission alone. The icing on the cake is William Tagoona's huskily whispered "Mary" at the close of "What Child is This?". Originally recorded by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, this Christmas compilation also contains tracks by Sally Tatty Curley, Charlie Panigoniak and Lorna Tasseor, Kenny Mianscum, Peter and Susan Aningmiuq, Madeline Allakariallak, the Ajaaja Choir, and Jerry Alfred Good liner notes with performer biographies.

Tumassi Quitsaq

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IPCD-43096

IPCT-43096

Eleven songs sung entirely in Inuktitut by Tumassi Quitsaq in a bluesy rock style, at times veering into country and western, and at others in a progressive rock style, always enjoyable. Quitsaq's voice is distinctive, and best displayed when he toys with the pronunciation of Inuktitut words, evident to any listener, such as in "Sikuliaqsiajuittuq". This fine collection of songs is well recorded and destined to be a northern classic. "Qujarivarit", the closing track, is a brilliant piece of pop.

The Inuit Artist World Show Case

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IPCD-12895

IPCT-12895

This vibrant recording captures a rare live performance of Inuit artists who converged from Canada, Alaska, and Greenland for two nights of concerts in August, 1994. A tremendous variety of musical styles are represented, including gospel, throat singing, western, electro-pop, fiddle, accordion, folk, and blues tinged rock, all sung in Inuktitut. Excellent liner notes compliment this rare recording.

Nunavik Concert (Various Artists)

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IPCD-1294

IPCT-1294

The Nunavik Concert was held in early August of 1993 in the Innalik school gym. This 11 track recording captures some of the highlights of the show featuring artists from Nunavik and Nunavut. The Salluit Band kick things off with a stellar performance of Takunnanguarit, a popular hit on radio stations across Nunavik.There's incredible variety to be found here, including a rare recording of Jewish Harp, played with conviction by Minnie Palliser. Also of note is a series of throat songs by Annie Alaku and Sarah Sivuarapik, which together run for close to eight minutes, capturing the complete atmosphere of a throat singing performance, complete with giddy laughter. Producer André Brassard includes on of his own compositions, a song called The Hunt, providing an enjoyable contrast with the many different styles contained in this fine live recording.

Charlie Adams (Inuit & Indians) NEW

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IPCD-0303

Awsome album. Charlie has redone some old songs from the past with modern arrangements along with new songs. The arrangements really blend in with the lyrics which captivates you right in like a movie. When he talks about rain, you actually hear it. This album is like "hearing it, is seeing it". Lots of movement.

A MUST HAVE!

André Brassard (Generations) NEW

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IPCD-0305

OUTSTANDING ALBUM
"Brassard has a knack for lush backgrounds and warm, rich musical textures. It feels like being outside."

I’d call this more of a new-age acoustic folk/rock CD. The ballads are breathy and mysterious, and the faster numbers have the effect of being echoed over a mountaintop. Brassard has a knack for lush backgrounds and warm, rich musical textures. It feels like being outside.

From the very first track, it’s hard to classify Brassard’s singing style. Kind of like a blend of Bob Dylan, Mark Knopfler, and Randy Newman. That approach serves him well on a lot of these tracks, like “End of June” . It’s a cry for love mixed with a message about respecting the earth.

He is a smart composer. The instrumental “Between Heaven and Paradise” is a standout for its melody on the guitar and lullaby vibe. He also surprised me with “Respect,” a sudden burst of garage rock, again with stellar guitar work.

Brassard doesn’t do anything halfway. These songs are complex and enveloping, full of atmosphere and life. I keep coming back to that spiritual, new age feel infusing the whole project. I’d like to see him team up with Enya.

Indie-Music Review

A MUST HAVE

The Best In Contemporary Inuit Music (Various Artists) NEW PURCHASE:

IPCD-1206

This album is a collection of the best Inuit contemporary music you’ll find anywhere. It's a compelation of the best songs that Inukshuk Records has recorded since 1994 of Charlie Adams, Uvagut, Henoch Townley, Andre Brassard, Qimutjuit, Laina Tullaugak, Tumassi Quitsaq, Charlie Ningiuk. All this from their total of 10 albums. A "MUST-HAVE" For Your Collection.
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