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11 May 2013
Nelly Furtado at the 14th Annual Native American Music Awards [Photos & Video]
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Nelly Furtado performing All Good Things (Come to an End) and Say It Right and receiving a Living Legend Award at the 14th Annual Native American Music Awards.
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09 May 2013
Nelly Furtado will receive the Living Legend Award during the event Native American Music Awards
Nelly Furtado will receive the Living Legend Award during the event for her leadership and contributions toward the advancement of Native American culture. For her single "Big Hoops" from her current album "The Spirit Indestructible," she featured Native American hoop dancer Tony Duncan in the music video, and the two have performed together throughout the past year for MTV's Video Music Awards, the Billboard Music Awards, "The Tonight Show" and more. Furtado has sold 20 million albums worldwide, won two Grammy Awards and 10 Juno Awards, and has a star on Canada's Walk of Fame.The 14th Annual Native American Music Awards was originally scheduled for Friday, Nov. 30, but was postponed until Friday, May 10. "Superstorm" Sandy completely destroyed the home of the award show's president and founder, Ellen Bello - which nearly led to a full cancellation of the event. Bello believes this year's program is "better than ever" and a "testament to all who support Native American music."
Limited tickets for Friday's event are available at Seneca Casino box offices, www.Ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster locations or by phone at 800-745-3000.
The Seneca Niagara Events Center will be at half-size - 1,200 seats - to provide audience members a closer connection to presenters, awardees and performers.
To learn more about the Native American Music Awards, visit www.NAMAlive.com
Source: www.wnypapers.com
Nelly Furtado | Walkin’ With Spence
Written By: Nelly Furtado
Last New Year’s Eve, when Spencer asked me if I wanted to walk with him across Alberta that coming spring, I was immediately into the idea. I was eager to hear more about the walk and its purpose. After months of planning and preparation, that walk finally began last Monday.
When I flew to Edmonton to participate, I missed the kick-off event so I met up with the group right at kilometre one, just in time to start. I was excited and nervous all at once as I pulled up to the big Winnebago with Spencer’s face on it. I literally threw on my sneakers, and caught up with the group to start walking!
It was awesome to see Mama Leah and Mama Monica again after over a year apart (the last time I saw them was in Kenya). We had plenty of stories and updates to share about our families and lives. The ladies re-assured me that my choice of wearing a special shuka I received at Kisaruni was a good one for the day. It was — it was bright red, and kept the group motivated on our walk as it blew in the wind. It also symbolized solidarity — Spencer had his Maasai shuka draped over the cushion on his wheelchair for the same purpose. I also caught up with Robin W. And Craig during the walk, it was so great that they could be there too!
Eventually, Craig, Robyn and the mamas had to leave to travel to other engagements. So, I travelled onward with Spencer, David, Alex, Karl, Munro, Aislinn and the rest of the gang.
We spent the next 8 hours laughing, singing, stretching, walking, running, gazing at the beautiful Alberta skyline, and marveling at the kindness of strangers. Big trucks were passing us on the road and honking in support, pulling U-turns to hand us donations. Children were racing up to us on their bicycles to get a picture with Spencer and exchange some words of encouragement.
More than anything, what I will remember is the way we motivated each other to carry on to that last 30th kilometre. I also will not forget singing with Spencer. Spencer is one of those people one is just lucky to know. He and I sang Patsy Cline while walking down the highway — I never knew what a great singer he was.
We saw some beautiful animals along the way; frogs, birds and even a very special three-legged dog with perfect timing.
Lots of laughs and stories later, we arrived at our destination. For Spencer, Alex, and David it was only the beginning of what will be a challenging 10 day journey. We hugged each other and high-fived. Poor Munro had to get on a red-eye right afterwards!
We then arrived at our pasta dinner (anything else would not have satisfied our post-walk hunger and exhaustion) with our hearts fuller and our smiles wider.
I left Edmonton the next morning full of new inspiration and feelings of elation. The act of walking forward is a truly life-affirming motion. In life, we are always moving forward in some way, whether through space, time or in growth.
The way we travel forward defines us.
If we travel with positivity, pace, good humour and graciousness, we always arrive in the right place.
Thanks, friends, for the unforgettable walk with Spence.
Source: Free The Children
29 April 2013
Nelly Furtado covers NEXT BIG THING Magazine Spring & Summer 2013 Issue
Spring & Summer 2013 Issue - Two Covers One Issue
Nelly Furtado talks intimately about her daughter Nevis Chetan, her record label Nelstar and the spirit indestructible tour
25 April 2013
Nelly Furtado | Mount Doug High Schools 80th Anniversary Gala Event [Videos]
Nelly Furtado performs, "I'm Like a Bird" and "Try" to a SOLD OUT
crowd at University of Victoria's, Farquar Theatre, November 19th 2011,Saturday
night for Mount Doug High Schools 80th Anniversary Gala Event as a special guest
with David Foster and all star band from their hometown, Victoria, BC, Canada.
The Allstar Band at this event includes: Morry Stearns (music director, piano/keys/vocals), Duncan Meikljohn (piano/keys/vocals), April Gislason (vocals), Diane Pancel (vocals), Norman MacPherson (guitar) Thomas Kinzel (piano/keys/strings), Bradley Clark (drums/vocals), Dennis Ferby (bass), Steve McDonald (guitar) and Chris Millington (sax).
Video done by Dale Baglo, his sons and Conrad Jay at Farquar Auditorium November 2011 for the Mount Doug .
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