Adrian Sutherland
@attaboyadrian.bsky.social
2 x JUNO-nominated Roots-Rocker with Heart 💙 from Canada's Far North #HudsonBay #JamesBay #Attawapiskat #FirstNation #Cree / Sophomore album PRECIOUS DIAMONDS - Winner "Best Americana Album" 2025 World Entertainment Awards / linktr.ee/attaboyadrian
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Adrian’s debut book THE WORK OF OUR HANDS: A CREE MEDITATION ON THE REAL WORLD reveals a side of his life in #Attawapiskat that headlines can’t capture, and outsiders rarely see. #TheWorkOfOurHands will be released by #PenguinRandomCA on Dec 30. PRE-ORDER: www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/671056...
Pond Hockey in the North 🏒❄️ I grew up in the North playing hockey on frozen ponds, and learning hockey skills on homemade rinks. It’s a tradition that I now love passing down to my grandkids! 📷: Judy Sutherland #Hockey #PondHockey #Grandkids #Family #JamesBay #Attawapiskat #CreeTerritory #Cree
November 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Pond Hockey in the North 🏒❄️ I grew up in the North playing hockey on frozen ponds, and learning hockey skills on homemade rinks. It’s a tradition that I now love passing down to my grandkids! 📷: Judy Sutherland #Hockey #PondHockey #Grandkids #Family #JamesBay #Attawapiskat #CreeTerritory #Cree
HOLIDAY PROMO! 🎁 From now until Dec 25 order any piece of merchandise from Adrian’s online store and receive a FREE CD of your choice! Simply include the name of the album in the order notes at checkout. #PreciousDiamonds #Merchandise #HolidayGifts SHOP NOW: adriansutherlandmusic.com/store
November 26, 2025 at 5:08 PM
HOLIDAY PROMO! 🎁 From now until Dec 25 order any piece of merchandise from Adrian’s online store and receive a FREE CD of your choice! Simply include the name of the album in the order notes at checkout. #PreciousDiamonds #Merchandise #HolidayGifts SHOP NOW: adriansutherlandmusic.com/store
This week’s #IndigenousMusicCountdown is live on #Spotify! Support the artists behind the music by streaming, following, & adding their tracks to your personal playlists. Hit “Save” on the playlist to help amplify #IndigenousMusic on Spotify! #spotifycanada LISTEN: open.spotify.com/playlist/7pM...
November 25, 2025 at 7:12 PM
This week’s #IndigenousMusicCountdown is live on #Spotify! Support the artists behind the music by streaming, following, & adding their tracks to your personal playlists. Hit “Save” on the playlist to help amplify #IndigenousMusic on Spotify! #spotifycanada LISTEN: open.spotify.com/playlist/7pM...
FUN FACT: Adrian performed at the iconic #OttawaBluesfest in 2023 & got to watch #FooFighters perform on the Main Stage afterwards! Experience the magic of Adrian’s music when he returns to #Ottawa on March 19 for a concert at #MeridianTheatresAtCentrepointe! meridiancentrepointe.com/en/adrian-su...
November 23, 2025 at 4:41 PM
FUN FACT: Adrian performed at the iconic #OttawaBluesfest in 2023 & got to watch #FooFighters perform on the Main Stage afterwards! Experience the magic of Adrian’s music when he returns to #Ottawa on March 19 for a concert at #MeridianTheatresAtCentrepointe! meridiancentrepointe.com/en/adrian-su...
CREE WORD OF THE WEEK: Gisskanotaheywaywin (Giss-kuh-noh-tuh-hay-way-win) – Guidance / Moments like lacing up my grandson’s skates reflect small acts of teaching and guidance. 💙📷: Judy Sutherland #Guidance #CWOTW #CreeWordoftheWeek #CreeWord #CreeLanguage #Cree #OmushkegowukCree
November 22, 2025 at 3:50 PM
CREE WORD OF THE WEEK: Gisskanotaheywaywin (Giss-kuh-noh-tuh-hay-way-win) – Guidance / Moments like lacing up my grandson’s skates reflect small acts of teaching and guidance. 💙📷: Judy Sutherland #Guidance #CWOTW #CreeWordoftheWeek #CreeWord #CreeLanguage #Cree #OmushkegowukCree
Is #Deezer your go-to for music? If so, consider exploring Adrian’s full catalogue on the streaming platform! If you love powerful lyrics, timeless themes, and the finest production, add Adrian to your favourite artists and share his songs. #DeezerCanada #Cree LISTEN: link.deezer.com/s/31DgIE61Ah...
November 21, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Is #Deezer your go-to for music? If so, consider exploring Adrian’s full catalogue on the streaming platform! If you love powerful lyrics, timeless themes, and the finest production, add Adrian to your favourite artists and share his songs. #DeezerCanada #Cree LISTEN: link.deezer.com/s/31DgIE61Ah...
Celebrating 4 years of MAGIC HITS 🌟 The music video was filmed during the pandemic in #Attawapiskat #Nashville #Toronto with Adrian Sutherland, Colin Linden, Janice Powers, John Dymond, & Gary Craig. Each recorded separately & edited into 1 magical performance! MAGIC HITS: youtu.be/-BCkXomnl7g?...
November 20, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Celebrating 4 years of MAGIC HITS 🌟 The music video was filmed during the pandemic in #Attawapiskat #Nashville #Toronto with Adrian Sutherland, Colin Linden, Janice Powers, John Dymond, & Gary Craig. Each recorded separately & edited into 1 magical performance! MAGIC HITS: youtu.be/-BCkXomnl7g?...
In a fly-in community like Attawapiskat, where every trip “South” begins in the North… Air Creebec makes it possible for Adrian to share his music with audiences far beyond James Bay. Thank you #AirCreebec for supporting Adrian’s musical journey! ✈️💙 #JamesBay #Attawapiskat #Cree www.aircreebec.ca
November 19, 2025 at 4:41 PM
In a fly-in community like Attawapiskat, where every trip “South” begins in the North… Air Creebec makes it possible for Adrian to share his music with audiences far beyond James Bay. Thank you #AirCreebec for supporting Adrian’s musical journey! ✈️💙 #JamesBay #Attawapiskat #Cree www.aircreebec.ca
Celebrating 4 years of MAGIC HITS! 💫 The split-screen performance music video was created during the pandemic and filmed with musicians who were isolating in three distinctly different locations: #Attawapiskat #Toronto #Nashville WATCH: youtu.be/-BCkXomnl7g?...
November 18, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Celebrating 4 years of MAGIC HITS! 💫 The split-screen performance music video was created during the pandemic and filmed with musicians who were isolating in three distinctly different locations: #Attawapiskat #Toronto #Nashville WATCH: youtu.be/-BCkXomnl7g?...
Check out the new #IndigenousMusicCountdown now live on #Spotify! Discover new tracks from your favourite artists and support them by streaming, following and adding songs to your personal playlists. #spotifycanada #imc #indigenous #indigenousmusic LISTEN: open.spotify.com/playlist/7pM...
November 18, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Check out the new #IndigenousMusicCountdown now live on #Spotify! Discover new tracks from your favourite artists and support them by streaming, following and adding songs to your personal playlists. #spotifycanada #imc #indigenous #indigenousmusic LISTEN: open.spotify.com/playlist/7pM...
Ice is beginning to set here in James Bay! My grandkids are already pulling out their skates. What’s your favourite winter activity? ❄️ 📷: Judy Sutherland #Ice #Snow #Nature #Attawapiskat #NorthernLife #Northern #LifeInTheNorth #TheNorth #JamesBay
November 17, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Ice is beginning to set here in James Bay! My grandkids are already pulling out their skates. What’s your favourite winter activity? ❄️ 📷: Judy Sutherland #Ice #Snow #Nature #Attawapiskat #NorthernLife #Northern #LifeInTheNorth #TheNorth #JamesBay
FUN FACT: Adrian’s very first “sold out show” happened in #Ottawa at #NationalArtsCentre - it was truly a magical evening for everyone! 💙 Experience the magic for yourself when Adrian returns on March 19, 2026 to play #MeridianTheatresAtCentrepointe. TICKETS: meridiancentrepointe.com/en/adrian-su...
November 16, 2025 at 11:38 PM
FUN FACT: Adrian’s very first “sold out show” happened in #Ottawa at #NationalArtsCentre - it was truly a magical evening for everyone! 💙 Experience the magic for yourself when Adrian returns on March 19, 2026 to play #MeridianTheatresAtCentrepointe. TICKETS: meridiancentrepointe.com/en/adrian-su...
Moccasins connect us to the land, our culture, and traditions. Proud to celebrate #RockYourMocs! Share your pic in the comments! 💙 #Attawapiskat #JamesBay #Cree #Moccasins
November 15, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Moccasins connect us to the land, our culture, and traditions. Proud to celebrate #RockYourMocs! Share your pic in the comments! 💙 #Attawapiskat #JamesBay #Cree #Moccasins
CREE WORD OF THE WEEK: Kiyashinninuwuk (Kiy-yash-inn-nin-new-wuk) – Ancestors / Some people believe that the spirits of our ancestors dance among the Northern Lights. 💫 📷: Judy Sutherland #Ancestors #NorthernLights #AuroraBorealis #CreeWordoftheWeek #CreeWord #CreeLanguage #Cree #OmushkegowukCree
November 15, 2025 at 3:27 PM
CREE WORD OF THE WEEK: Kiyashinninuwuk (Kiy-yash-inn-nin-new-wuk) – Ancestors / Some people believe that the spirits of our ancestors dance among the Northern Lights. 💫 📷: Judy Sutherland #Ancestors #NorthernLights #AuroraBorealis #CreeWordoftheWeek #CreeWord #CreeLanguage #Cree #OmushkegowukCree
Stories from the North, beautifully shared through Adrian Sutherland’s music! 🎶 Stream his full catalog on #AmazonMusic, from WHEN THE MAGIC HITS to PRECIOUS DIAMONDS, and explore curated playlists for the ultimate listening experience. #AmazonMusicCanada LISTEN: tinyurl.com/AdrianSuther...
November 14, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Stories from the North, beautifully shared through Adrian Sutherland’s music! 🎶 Stream his full catalog on #AmazonMusic, from WHEN THE MAGIC HITS to PRECIOUS DIAMONDS, and explore curated playlists for the ultimate listening experience. #AmazonMusicCanada LISTEN: tinyurl.com/AdrianSuther...
Adventures on the Land! 💙I’m always thankful for time with family, exploring different parts of James Bay. It’s not just where we live – it’s who we are. 📷: Judy Sutherland #Family #Grandkids #Adventures #JamesBay #Attawapiskat #CreeTerritory #Cree #NorthernLife #LifeInTheNorth #Ontario
November 13, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Adventures on the Land! 💙I’m always thankful for time with family, exploring different parts of James Bay. It’s not just where we live – it’s who we are. 📷: Judy Sutherland #Family #Grandkids #Adventures #JamesBay #Attawapiskat #CreeTerritory #Cree #NorthernLife #LifeInTheNorth #Ontario
THE WORK OF OUR HANDS drops in less than 7 weeks! Adrian’s debut book shares about his extraordinary life in #Attawapiskat where resilience & determination shape everyday life. Find pre-order links & testimonials on his website. #TheWorkOfOurHands #NewBook MORE INFO: adriansutherlandmusic.com/memoir
November 12, 2025 at 11:38 PM
THE WORK OF OUR HANDS drops in less than 7 weeks! Adrian’s debut book shares about his extraordinary life in #Attawapiskat where resilience & determination shape everyday life. Find pre-order links & testimonials on his website. #TheWorkOfOurHands #NewBook MORE INFO: adriansutherlandmusic.com/memoir
The latest #IndigenousMusicCountdown chart is live on #Spotify! Explore new music and help your favourite artists grow by streaming their songs, following them, and adding their tracks to your playlists. #spotifycanada #imc #indigenous #indigenousmusic LISTEN: open.spotify.com/playlist/7pM...
November 11, 2025 at 4:41 PM
The latest #IndigenousMusicCountdown chart is live on #Spotify! Explore new music and help your favourite artists grow by streaming their songs, following them, and adding their tracks to your playlists. #spotifycanada #imc #indigenous #indigenousmusic LISTEN: open.spotify.com/playlist/7pM...
Serene views here in James Bay 💙 What has been the highlight of your autumn so far? 📷Judy Sutherland #Autumn #Fall #Nature #Attawapiskat #NorthernLife #Northern #LifeInTheNorth #TheNorth #JamesBay
November 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Serene views here in James Bay 💙 What has been the highlight of your autumn so far? 📷Judy Sutherland #Autumn #Fall #Nature #Attawapiskat #NorthernLife #Northern #LifeInTheNorth #TheNorth #JamesBay
FUN FACT: Adrian played hockey at #TheJUNOCup in #Ottawa in 2017 & got to share the ice with former hockey inspirations. He’ll be returning to the city with music & stories on March 19 at #MeridianTheatresAtCentrepointe. #mymtacseason #OttawaConcerts TICKETS: meridiancentrepointe.com/en/adrian-su...
November 9, 2025 at 11:38 PM
FUN FACT: Adrian played hockey at #TheJUNOCup in #Ottawa in 2017 & got to share the ice with former hockey inspirations. He’ll be returning to the city with music & stories on March 19 at #MeridianTheatresAtCentrepointe. #mymtacseason #OttawaConcerts TICKETS: meridiancentrepointe.com/en/adrian-su...
It’s been 7 years since the release of #INeedAngels. The powerful and introspective track explores the mental toll experienced by people in isolated places. It serves as a message of hope & perseverance, and encouragement to not give up. #WeAllNeedAngels #MentalHealth WATCH: youtu.be/b2VWNONdnbY?...
November 8, 2025 at 8:20 PM
It’s been 7 years since the release of #INeedAngels. The powerful and introspective track explores the mental toll experienced by people in isolated places. It serves as a message of hope & perseverance, and encouragement to not give up. #WeAllNeedAngels #MentalHealth WATCH: youtu.be/b2VWNONdnbY?...
CREE WORD OF THE WEEK: Messkino (Mess-keh-noh) – Trail / You never know where a trail will lead, unless you follow it. 📷: Judy Sutherland #Trail #CWOTW #CreeWordoftheWeek #CreeWord #CreeLanguage #Cree #OmushkegowukCree
November 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
CREE WORD OF THE WEEK: Messkino (Mess-keh-noh) – Trail / You never know where a trail will lead, unless you follow it. 📷: Judy Sutherland #Trail #CWOTW #CreeWordoftheWeek #CreeWord #CreeLanguage #Cree #OmushkegowukCree
When I take a moment to look around, I'm reminded how incredibly lucky I am to be surrounded by beautiful landscapes. I wouldn't trade this view & this life for anything in the world. It fuels my creativity and keeps me energized. #northernlife #lifeinthenorth #jamesbay #attawapiskat #creeterritory
November 7, 2025 at 6:14 PM
When I take a moment to look around, I'm reminded how incredibly lucky I am to be surrounded by beautiful landscapes. I wouldn't trade this view & this life for anything in the world. It fuels my creativity and keeps me energized. #northernlife #lifeinthenorth #jamesbay #attawapiskat #creeterritory
Family time in Autumn 🍂 We love taking our grandkids for walks in the fall and watching them play in the leaves. 💙 📷: Judy Sutherland #Family #Grandkids #Fall #Autumn #Attawapiskat #JamesBay #NorthernLife #LifeInTheNorth #Ontario #HeartOfGold
November 6, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Family time in Autumn 🍂 We love taking our grandkids for walks in the fall and watching them play in the leaves. 💙 📷: Judy Sutherland #Family #Grandkids #Fall #Autumn #Attawapiskat #JamesBay #NorthernLife #LifeInTheNorth #Ontario #HeartOfGold