A Cree from Wemindji, Gloria Hughboy, has started her own record label called Hughboy Records to record and distribute Cree musical talents. Recording sessions are already booked until the end of March. It shows that Crees are into performing rock, heavy metal, country, gospel and of course fiddle music. A traditional drummer has yet to come forward.
The label’s first album will be released in early December in Montreal at a joint launch party with The Nation. Entitled, Best Cree Fiddlers of James Bay, it will be available internationally this month. Mike McGee, who both produced and engineered the album, says the label’s next release will be the sounds of the Northern Eagles, a Cree country rock band. You can contact Hughboy Records or order Best Cree Fiddlers of James Bay by phoning 819-978-0380.
For more info on the Hughboy Records/ Nation launch party call 514-278-9914.
