From Saddle Lake to Sony: Tia Wood's Journey in Music | Matriarch Movement Podcast | S5 E8

Shayla Oulette Stonechild interviews Tia Wood, a rising Indigenous artist from the Saddle Lake Cree Nation. Tia shares her journey from growing up in a musical family to becoming the first Indigenous woman signed to Sony Music. She discusses the importance of representation and the challenges she faced while navigating the music industry. Tia emphasizes the significance of authenticity in her music and offers advice for young Indigenous artists looking to pursue their dreams. She also discusses her experiences moving between Canada and LA, her signing with Sony, and reflects on the responsibilities that come with her platform. As well, she tells Shayla about her creative process and the significance of mental health in her music.

More About Tia Wood:
⁠https://tiawood.ca/⁠
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⁠   • Tia Wood - Dirt Roads (Official Video)  ⁠
https://linktr.ee/tiawood

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(00:00) Introduction to Tia Wood
(01:09) Growing Up in Saddle Lake Cree Nation
(03:52) The Journey to Music Career
(05:45) Representation and Its Impact
(07:58) Musical Family Background
(10:16) Cultural Heritage in Music
(12:45) Finding Authenticity in Music
(14:54) The Viral Moment on TikTok
(18:11) Moving to LA: A Leap of Faith
(22:14) Advice for Young Indigenous Artists
(24:43) Navigating Life in LA
(27:10) The Journey to Sony: A Milestone in Music
(29:32) The Role of Social Media in Music Careers
(31:02) Making Decisions with Responsibility
(34:02) The Future of Indigenous Music
(40:05) Grounding Practices and Connection to Culture
(43:59) Defining Matriarchy and Its Impact