biographical info
Since 1993 Arbor Records Ltd. has been a leader in Producing and Distributing Native American music throughout the United States and Canada. Founded by Juno Award Winning Producer Brandon Friesen, Arbor Records was recognized as one of Canada's Top Ten Most Influential Independent Record Labels by Applaud Magazine (November 2004). Arbor's growing catalog of 180 releases span many genres from the award winning Hip Hop/Rap group Rezofficial, Alternative Inuit Rock artist Lucie Idlout, Alt-Country Award Winner Wayne Lavallee, traditional accapela trio Asani, Pow Wow champions Eyabay, Northern Wind and Bear Creek, Juno Winners: Eagle and Hawk, Derek Miller, Chester Knight and Mishi Donovan and many more.
Recently Arbor Records expanded into the DVD Video market with the release of an 11 part series "Pow Wow Trail" that focuses on the dancers, singers, elders, history, culture and spirituality related to the Pow Wow and life on the trail. The Pow Wow Trail series has enjoyed overwhelming success among educators in North America and continues to sell strong in many mainstream markets.
Arbor Records has spent many years developing a close family of talented artists and creative producers. We are very please to have the opportunity to share our music, video and culture with the World.
If you are interested in Arbor's vast catalog of music and videos feel free to contact us toll free in North America at 1-888-663-0651. In Europe, Australia and Asia please call 011-204-663-0150.