Artist description Darkfeather consists of three Wampanoag Indians from Massachusetts, all brothers, and each is intrigued by unique, ethnic styles of music. Ray Waters, Michael De Luz, and Chris Waters, have each traveled to many different nations, and that has influenced their eclectic style. Accomplished guest musicians have also assisted them tremendously in studio sessions.

Music Style AmerIndian Modern

Musical Influences Enigma, Sade, Pink Floyd

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Artist History Formed in the summer of '92, after viewing the documentary "Incident at Oglala", Michael and Chris decided to write several songs to let people hear the worldview from some Wampanoag songwriters. Ray joined the next year, and youngest brother Mark also contributed the lyrics to a song. The band's creative inspiration - from the start - has been to help heal some of the long-standing wounds that exist partially due to cultural misunderstandings and disrespect of the natural world.

Group Members Ray Waters, Michael De Luz, and Chris Waters, with Mark Waters' input.

Instruments Drums, guitars, bass, keyboard, vocals, rainstick

Albums "Circle of Dawn"

Press Reviews Billboard Magazine: "'Circle of Dawn' delivers satiating earth tones with haunting "tribal" rythms and comfortable beats..."

Additional Info The members of Darkfeather make regular donations to the American Indian Friends Coalition, which aids destitute Mayan refugees in Massachusetts.

Location Ledyard, CT - USA

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