As one of today’s premier guitarists, Indigenous front man Mato Nanji has captivated audiences with his Vaughan and Hendrix-like prowess since coming on the scene with his family band’s award-winning debut album, Things We Do,in 1998. The blues world immediately took notice of the young native musicians from the Yankton Sioux Reservation in South Dakota. Following their debut album, they landed a spot on the 1999 B.B. King Blues Tour, released their 2000 sophomore album, Circle, that was produced by Stevie Ray Vaughan’s co-songwriter Doyle Bramhall, and in 2002 received an invitation from the Hendrix Estate to join the Experience Hendrix Tour. To this day, Mato is still a roster member of guitar legends paying tribute to the legacy of Jimi Hendrix.

In 2006, the Indigenous siblings chose to head in different musical directions with only Mato left to carry on with the band’s name and music. 'Playing with my family for 10 years was a lot of fun, but it was time to grow and keep moving forward,' he said. Several Indigenous albums and musical collaborations later, Indigenous’ 10th album, Time Is Coming, was released in May 2014. The album is dedicated to 'the indigenous youth and all young people on the indigenous reservations.'

'To this day, Mato is still a roster member of guitar legends paying tribute to the legacy of Jimi Hendrix.'

'On a lineup with some of the heaviest guitarists on the planet — including Derek Trucks and Jimmie Vaughan — Mato and Indigenous were widely hailed as one of surprise highlights of Waterfront Blues Festival last year. Mato's guitar work can easily stand along side the greats.' -Peter Dammann, Artistic Director Waterfront Blues Festival

Indigenous: Mato Nanji vocalist, lead guitar and band members: Bronson Begay background vocalist, bassist Douglas Platero background vocalist, drums Horse percussion

Doors open 7:30 PM. Advance tickets are $20 available at http://www.crashmusicaztec.com or by calling 505 427 6748. Tickets the day of show are $25. This is an ages 13 and up show. St. Clair Winery will offer a cash bar: beer, wine and sandwiches.

Coming from out of town for the show? Call us at 505 427 6748 for discount accommodations information!