Bush Lady

by Alanis Obomsawin

Bush Lady cover art

Originally released in 1988, this landmark album from the legendary Abenaki filmmaker and activist was reissued by Constellation in 2018. 'Bush Lady' is a powerful work of avant-folk and spoken word, blending traditional Indigenous songs and stories with modern instrumentation and field recordings. The album is a vital and historically significant document of protest, storytelling, and cultural preservation.

Genres

  • Avant-Folk
  • Spoken Word
  • Indigenous Music

Tracklist

  1. Odana
  2. Bush Lady Pt 1
  3. Bush Lady Pt II
  4. Of The Earth And Of The Sea
  5. Theo Pt I
  6. Theo Pt II
  7. Nziwaldam