Nuxalk Radio

A new 12-song album recorded entirely in Nuxalk breathes life into the community’s revitalization efforts — showcasing how language can be utilized in creative ways… Nuxalk Radio, a radio [station] based in Q’umk’uts’ in Bella Coola, released ‘Nusximta’ in late June in celebration of the station’s 10-year anniversary. The Nuxalk Radio team worked with a crew to create, translate and sing each song for the album. Emotions radiate from each track as the lyrics and instruments portray the stories being told. With catchy beats and a variety of genres, ‘Nusximta’ gives everyone an opportunity to learn through exposure.

Featuring Nuxalk performers who range in age from eight-year-olds to Elders, the multi-genre ‘Nusximta’ album seamlessly transitions from traditional Nuxalk songs to contemporary dance pop, folk, rock, hip-hop and blues music, and back again. ‘Nusximta’ is a packed emotional journey from the past to the present, and the optimistic future of the nation. “Every time I hear the album, I’m in love with a new song,” said Nuskmata, one of over a dozen majority-Nuxalk singers, songwriters and musicians featured on 'Nusximta,' which is available on music streaming services. “Our people have gone through enough pain and tears, and this album is meant to shine a bright light of happiness showing that we’re in a better place now,” Qwaxw said, “and the path forward is going to be much more clear and happier than what we’ve walked to get here.”

"Nusximta by Nuxalk Radio can now be streamed on major streaming platforms."

"Nuxalk Radio Station in the Bella Coola Valley has released a new album featuring songs in the Nuxalk language entirely."

Nuxalk Radio debut album "Nusximta" available on all major streaming platforms: https://ffm.to/nuxalkradio