NATIVE | OCTOBER 2016 – NATIVE Magazine

The Minks: “Sweet Talk” Music Video

NATIVE Staff — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 17:59:30 +0000

The irony of calling a Nashville country or blues band original isn't lost on us, but The Minks' fusion of gritty, no-nonsense riffs and twangy melodies is, well, actually original. Carried by frontwoman Nikki Barber’s distinct vocals, the wailing Western-y four piece combines Bonnie Raitt (at her angriest) with modern blues rock, and the result is a trad-country/grunge quartet that embraces its down-home sound with a knowing wink. Their debut single, “Sweet Talk,” is accompanied by the more subdued B side, “In Plain Sight,” and available to buy or stream on major platforms. The video was filmed by Houston Mathews at Slowhand Films.

Our October Jams

NATIVE Staff — Mon, 26 Sep 2016 16:48:14 +0000

Moving into October’s Color Issue, we’re feeling *periwinkle perfect*!! Here’s a playlist to keep you movin’ and groovin’!

The Odyssey of Wu

Luke Dick — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 11:00:21 +0000

Master composer and musician Wu Fei shares about love, a beautiful ancient instrument, and the freedom of true improvisation

Just Say No

Benjamin Hurston — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 10:59:01 +0000

Foreign Fields spent the better part of seven years trying to be the successful band of their childhood dreams, but when sudden mental health issues put that pursuit in a new perspective, they found their way to a different path—one that’s taking them where they really want to go

A Harrowing History

Samuel Shaw — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 10:00:24 +0000

Ashley Doggett’s talent has gained international attention, and now her hometown is taking notice

Illustration Station

NATIVE Staff — Mon, 07 Nov 2016 21:45:54 +0000