Spur & Grit – Miigwetch (Gchi‑miigwech)

"Miigwetch" (meaning "thank you" in Anishinaabemowin/Ojibwe) is a powerful, spiritual track that offers a heartfelt thank you to the Indigenous ancestors and keepers of the land.

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About the song:

Sacred Setting: The song opens by connecting directly to the Northern Shield and sacred Indigenous history, referencing petroglyphs and the ancient "gospel" of the Great Turtle, emphasizing the land's deep, spiritual history.

Acknowledgment: It explicitly addresses the colonial history, acknowledging that the nation's very name, "Kanata," comes from an Indigenous word for "village." It sets the tone for the band's position: standing as "guests upon their sacred land."

The Thank You: The chorus uses the Anishinaabe word Miigwetch to express gratitude for the natural world ("the water," "the pine") and the spiritual wisdom passed down by the original keepers of the circle.

Enduring Wisdom: The song highlights the lasting cultural gifts received, such as traditional medicine (cedar), deep knowledge of nature, and the fundamental truth that the "spirit of the soil remains unchained," despite historical changes.

This song is more than an acknowledgment; it is a musical commitment to recognizing the enduring spirit, wisdom, and sovereignty of the First Peoples.

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Credits:
Vocals & Guitar: Marley aka "Smiley"
Bass & Backup Vocals: Cullen aka "Bass Prophet"
Fiddle & Vocals: Jane aka "Proud Mary"
Drums & Percussion: Jameson aka "J‑Rumble"

Produced by: T42 Records, LLC.
Artwork by: Mortikai