Blue Mountain Tribe in Central Park

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Blue Mountain Tribe.

"It's all about raising awareness, helping others and making the world a better place."

During the mid-2000s in Tehachapi, father and son duo Robin and Caleb Hairston set out to create an all-Native American blues and rock band ... and that's exactly what they did.

As a "band of brothers," the Blue Mountain Tribe began creating original songs focused on Native American experiences, and they instantly became a hit.

Since its formation, the band has received numerous accolades. The song "Pray for Our Planet" alone has earned significant global achievements. Written in the wake of COVID-19 after the highly-respected Chief Arvol Looking Horse asked Blue Mountain Tribe to pray for healing, the song has won Best Music Video at the INDO French International Film Festival, the Latino and Native American Film Festival and the Las Vegas Film Festival.

Blue Mountain Tribe continues to produce award-winning music, but their mission isn't about garnering wealth and fame. It's all about raising awareness, helping others and making the world a better place. Conveying themes of inspiration and love but also pain and rage, the band's songs represent not just each member's own Indigenous heritage but all 500+ original Nations.

Each Blue Mountain Tribe member has their own talents and experiences but, with a shared passion for protecting Indigenous peoples, they always maintain a collaborative and communal spirit when creating music. The result? Songs that channel justified anger and frustration into a message of hope.

They will be performing in Central Park on Aug. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m.