Instrumental Surf Sounds from Turtle Island
Bio
Gladwyn Badger is a Nehiyaw (Cree) instrumental guitarist and artist from Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, originally from Grande Prairie, Alberta and now based in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario.
Rooted in instrumental surf rock, Gladwyn’s music pulls from garage rock, rockabilly, punk, early rock & roll, crime jazz and spaghetti western soundtracks—big on reverb, melody and guitar-driven energy.
His music challenges expectations of what Indigenous music is supposed to sound like. Rather than being defined by a single genre, Gladwyn brings his identity and experiences into the music while exploring the sounds that have inspired him throughout his life.
SURF • PUNK • GARAGE • EXOTICA • SPAGHETTI WESTERN
Reverb, twang, fuzz and instrumental rock & roll.
Looking to bring something a little different to your stage? I’m available for concerts, festivals, clubs, bars, special events and more.
Get in touch to talk bookings.