Native Voices: Frank Waln and The Sampson Bros.

No matter what I do, it's going to be Native

In this episode of the Nasher Museum Podcast, you’re listening to hip-hop artists Frank Waln (Lakota) and The Sampson Brothers, Lumhe and Samsoche Sampson, (Seneca and Muscogee Creek). This episode was recorded hours before their live performance in the Nasher Sculpture Garden.

“I am a whole Lakota no matter where I go from the day I was born, no matter what I am wearing. I don’t have to wear feathers and leathers to be Lakota.” – Frank Waln

Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Hip-hop musician Frank Waln (Lakota) and the Sampson Brothers (Seneca and Muscogee Creek), who are hoop dancers, perform in the Sculpture Garden. Photo by J Caldwell.
Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Frank Waln with the Sampson Bros
Hip-hop musician Frank Waln (Lakota) and the Sampson Brothers (Seneca and Muscogee Creek), who are hoop dancers, perform in the Sculpture Garden. Photo by J Caldwell.
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