Thru the RedDoor http://www.thruthereddoor.com Video - Music - Art - Education Tue, 08 Apr 2025 03:56:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.2.2 Lacey Hill releases beautiful music video with new album, “M” http://www.thruthereddoor.com/lacey-hill-releases-beautiful-music-video-with-new-album-m/ http://www.thruthereddoor.com/lacey-hill-releases-beautiful-music-video-with-new-album-m/#comments Tue, 14 Feb 2017 17:04:50 +0000 http://www.thruthereddoor.com/?p=1066

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Six Nations, Turtle Island (Feb. 14, 17)

Lacey Hill, Six Nations Songstress and Musician, famous for her smooth crooning, is back with her sophomore album “M”, the latest in her 528 series.

She’s launching her album in conjunction with a brand new music video for what has already become a fan favourite “Each Other.” Links to Lacey’s new album and music video can be found on her website (www.laceyhillmusic.com) and all connected social media.

Each Other, stars Six Nations dancer Santee Smith.

“M” the fresh, new album is emotional, and takes a hard look at love in the face of death. The nine songs range from mournful and sad to bouncy and joyous as Lacey recounts the experiences of falling in love, the end of a life, and moving forward.

You can celebrate the launch of “M” with Lacey at one of her two release parties:

EACH OTHER – LACEY HILL

FROM HER NEW ALBUM “M”

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Nick Sherman LIVE at Thru the RedDoor

 

During the heat of the summer, Nick Sherman stopped by Thru the RedDoor to play a few songs and talk about music, inspiration and life – he even tossed a crazy road story into the mix.

Here’s a rockin’ version of “Winter Dark” from those sessions. Enjoy, it’ll be your new favourite.

You’re welcome.

 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

In partnership with Six Nations Polytechnic we are bringing “STORIES FROM THE LAND National Tour” and the 50 minute documentary “Colonization Road” to the Six Nations Community, presented by Ryan McMahon.

THIS IS A FREE EVENT

WHEN:
November 12, 2016
12pm – Workshops
7pm – Performance and “Colonization Road” screening

WHERE:
Six Nations Polytechnic – BRANTFORD CAMPUS
411 ELGIN STREET BRANTFORD

 

Stories from the Land explores the role that Indigenous media and storytelling plays in Indigenous Nationhood & community building, provides hands-on workshops in Podcasting and Audio Storytelling, an Artistic writer’s workshop and live storytelling performances.

 

Thru the RedDoor and Six Nations Polytechnic present "Colonization Road"

Thru the RedDoor and Six Nations Polytechnic present “Colonization Road”

Colonization Road Synopsis
In towns throughout Ontario, there are startling reminders of the colonization of Indigenous territories and the displacement of First Nations people. Anishinaabe comedian and activist Ryan McMahon takes us to his hometown of Fort Frances and down its main drag, which is called Colonization Road. Similar streets have similar names in towns and cities across the province, direct reminders of the Public Lands Act of 1853 and its severe impact on First Nations, their treaties and their land in the name of “Canadian settlement.” On his journey through Ontario, McMahon explores the history of these roads, meets with settlers in solidarity and raises significant questions about “reconciliation” and what it means to “decolonize.”
 
This is a FREE COMMUNITY EVENT that aims to create an inclusive, rewarding and safe workshop space that is inspired by the spirit of land, reconciliation and community.The “Stories from the Land” workshop series targets three key areas of focus:
  • Technical Workshop: this workshop area examines the role of Indigenous media and storytelling plays in Indigenous Nationhood & community building. This is more of a presentation/keynote styled workshop engagement with slides, audio & video.
  • Mechanical Workshop: this workshop area is a “Podcasting & Audio Storytelling 101,” workshop as we explore the medium and present just how easy it is to empower communities via podcasting. This workshop begins with a short presentation, but is a hands on engagement, we will be making an audio storytelling project live and in real time during the workshop.
  • Artistic Workshop: this workshop area allows participants to write, create and share new writers works premised on our themes – land, reconciliation and community. This is an interactive, hands on engagement for novice to professional creators/writers/artists.

 

 

About the Presenters

 RYAN MCMAHON
Ryan McMahon is an Anishinaabe comedian, writer, media maker & community activator based out of Treaty #1 territory (Winnipeg, MB). Armed with a degree in Theatre & as a graduate of the prestigious Second City Conservatory (Toronto), Ryan’s comedic storytelling style is fast paced, loose & irreverent as he explores the good, the bad & the ugly between Indian Country & the mainstream.

 
SIX NATIONS POLYTECHNIC

Six Nations Polytechnic is a unique post-secondary organization, recognized as a centre of excellence for Indigenous Knowledge. At our foundation, we understand the need to have culture embedded in the learning process in order to understand who we are as Indigenous People, build self-confidence as students and affirm ourselves as human beings.

We have cultivated a learning environment that is inclusive, respectful and most importantly, centered around our students.

Thru the RedDoor
Located at Six Nations of the Grand River, Thru the RedDoor is Independent & Indigenous. We bring ideas to life. We listen close and tell stories that need to be heard. We make music and we make art.

Thru the RedDoor creates original programming, original music, exciting collaborations and opportunities for youth. We are a sound stage, recording studio, ISP and we make things happen.

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Tim “2oolman” Hill comes to Thru the RedDoor to deliver a Music Production Workshop.

2oolman invites producers, writers, beat makers and musicians to learn about constructing songs and exploring mixing techniques in your music. It’s a creative workshop where you will be shown in-depth tips and techniques you can use for creating a song from beginning to end, using Maschine and Reason.

This workshop is targeting the youth of Six Nations, but everyone is welcome, so spread the word.

When: 6 – 8pm, Wednesday August 10, 2016
Where: Thru the RedDoor – 1579 4th Line Rd, Ohsweken

Seating will be limited for attendees 26 and older, so please call ahead to register, 519-445-3030.

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Come out to the Youth Empowerment Summit at Thru the RedDoor for National Youth Week, May 2, 2016.

Featuring workshops and discussions with Jessica Matten (Frontier, Blackstone) Jayli Wolf (Once A Tree) and Lacey Hill (528). Learn about acting, modeling, song writing and what it takes to get into the creative industries.

Thru the RedDoor
Monday May 2, 2016 – 6pm – 8pm
1579 4th Line Road
Ages 14 – 24 years old
Limited seating, please register by calling 519-445-3030
Healthy snacks provided

THIS IS A FREE EVENT!

About Jessica Matten

Jessica has developed a small cult following in North America for her performance in the starring role of Elle-Maija Tailfeather’s short film, “A Red Girl’s Reasoning” that is in the process of being made into a feature length. The film premiered at various festivals in Canada and the United States, taking home awards for “Best Canadian Action Short” at the prestigious ImagineNATIVE Film festival, winner at the Crazy 8s Film Festival, Vancouver International Film Festival, LA Skins Film Fest in Los Angeles, and nominated at the American Indian Film Institute in San Francisco 2012.

Currently Jessica is filming a series lead role on the new Netflix mini series “Frontier” starring Jason Momoa.

www.n8vgirls.com

About Jayli Wolf

Jayli Wolf is Saulteau, she was raised in small town Creston, BC. She began writing music at the age of 15, when she was lent an acoustic guitar for a few days. She immediately fell in love with playing the instrument, singing, and writing her own songs. In 2012, Jayli won a songwriting contest through APTN called First Tracks and was flown to Toronto to shoot a music video. She ended up staying in the big city, with just a suitcase and a guitar. In 2013 Jayli started a band with her partner, Hayden John Wolf, called Once A Tree. Since the release of the band’s first EP, her music has made it onto media outlets such as Billboard, MTV, Complex, Vice, Much, and Buzzfeed.

Lacey Hill

Lacey_lookingHave you heard Lacey? Watch as she takes the stage. Isn’t she gorgeous? She sits on her stool, or chair, or on the edge of the stage, and her long hair slides down her shoulder. The guitar settles comfortable in her hold as she plucks a few strings and tunes it to her liking. Then she strums. Her music is set on fire by her distinct voice. You keep watching her. The vocals are delicate, yet powerful. She makes her guitar sing too. One song is happy. Another is sad. Her third is jealous and spiteful. Now you’re watching and listening. Each one, you find, is stuffed with honesty. Each one, you find, rings with the energy Lacey used to create something wonderful from pain. Each one, you find, fills you with something you dismiss as deja vu. The melodies wash over you, her lyrics, carried by her voice, weave something unspeakable in and outside of her guitar playing. She’s something. You keep listening and you’re ecstatic and touched and haunted all at once.

The last notes fade from the air. She stands up. She smiles. “Thank you.”

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Thru the RedDoor is proud to announce that we will be showcasing the incredible talents of our artists Saturday March 26, 2016 at the Hard Rock Cafe Toronto (276 Yonge Street at Dundas Square)

The night will feature performances by Logan Staats, Lacey Hill and Chllly Chase, as well as a VIDEO RELEASE PARTY for The Johnnys new Cree language song, “I Love Your Heat”. The Johnnys will also be performing.

Doors open at 9pm. Advanced tickets are $8 and $10 at the door. This is a 19+ event.

Follow the link to purchase advanced tickets.

http://aryaconcertsandevents.ticketleap.com/hardrockcafe032616thruthereddoor/

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Kristi Lane Sinclair’s grunge-influenced folk-rock lit up the RedDoor stage last summer, where she performed songs off of her latest album, “Dark Matter” (May 2015). Check her performance out here, and if you like what you heard don’t forget to support: kristilanesinclair.bandcamp.com

The first release from those sessions is Sellotape.

 

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UPDATE

Actors must be available May 2 – 3, 2015 to shoot on-location at Six Nations of the Grand River, (Ontario, Canada) and surrounding area.

Main Actors will receive compensation.

Packages can be dropped off at Thru the RedDoor or submitted through email to gary.joseph [at] sixtel.ca.

 

OPEN

CASTING

CALL

AGES 11 and Up

“A TRIBE CALLED RED” MUSIC VIDEO

Six Nations, ON (April 22, 2015) Juno award-winning DJ group “A Tribe Called Red” is shooting a new music video in May and wants acting talent from Six Nations territory.

CONCEPT: An energetic story about wrestling and following dreams.

LOCATION: Six Nations of the Grand River – ONTARIO, CANADA

Open call for Cast and Extras:

  • A youth, male age 11-14 (6 to 10 of them)—we’re searching for our one main character in this age range in addition to a group of friends
  • A youth, male age 15-18 (4 to 5 of them)— we’re searching for an older version of our main character and group of friends
  • Male age 50-60 (1) to play oldest version of main character
  • An elder age 50-70 (1)If interested please submit a packet including a (1) headshot, (2) brief biography including your (a) name, (b) age, and (c) gender.

    Deadline for all submissions is April 27, 2015.

    Decisions will be made by A Tribe Called Red & Mad Ruk Entertainment.

    Thru the RedDoor is located at 1579b Fourth Line Road

  • Telephone: 519-445-3000

]]> http://www.thruthereddoor.com/atcr-casting-call/feed/ 0 6 Arrows Media Launches with “6am Sessions” http://www.thruthereddoor.com/6-arrows-media-launches-with-6am-sessions/ http://www.thruthereddoor.com/6-arrows-media-launches-with-6am-sessions/#comments Tue, 21 Oct 2014 15:04:10 +0000 http://www.thruthereddoor.com/?p=461 New media powerhouse 6 Arrows Media, launches with an exclusive event and live streamed concert from Thru the RedDoor’s studio.

Derek Miller, Marty Ballentyne, Adam Beach, Logan Staats and celebrity Chef Rich Francis stopped by to shoot promos for the event.

WATCH THE PROMOS HERE.

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6 Arrows Media set to launch in November 2014.

Multimedia house Thru the RedDoor, Juno award-winning musician Derek Miller, and musician/media professional Marty Ballentyne (Breach of Trust, Inez Jasper, George Leach), have come together to execute a shared vision– creating an unparalleled creative environment and next-generation studio experience.

The team is proud to announce their partnership and the official launch of 6 Arrows Media (6AM).

“Our core team at RedDoor is excited and humbled to be working with these tremendously talented individuals. With our combined resources and vision, we say with confidence 6 Arrows Media is aligned to become a behemoth multimedia hub in Indian Country and beyond,” said Gary Joseph, 6AM Partner and Project Manager at Thru the RedDoor.

“Our Nov. 1 launch event will be streamed live from our Ohsweken studio, will be viewable on our website, and will demonstrate our capabilities as 6AM. Viewers can look forward to dynamic web content, original programming, and live-streamed events for years to come.”

6AM combines recording, photography, and video production technologies, spaces for live performances, live streaming, and all the capabilities of an internet service provider– in one place.

“We’re eager to share what we’ve been working on. 6AM will be able to take those artists who are next door to you on the reserve, and give them every tool they need to be successful. We have the technology, we have the industry experience, and we have the vision. It is our hope that this company is there to give artists the boost that people like Marty and I didn’t have when we began. This is our way of giving back,” said Derek Miller, 6AM partner and Juno award-winning musician.

“I think, deep down, people just want to do cool stuff with cool people,” said Marty, now based in Toronto. “I believe in collaboration, honouring one’s roots and paying forward what we’ve learned. I am grateful to Derek, Gary and Shane for their invitation to get involved soon after moving to Ontario. A nice welcome! To all who may be interested – let’s talk. Come visit and see what we’re up to. We’d like to know what you’re doing and how we might be able to help.”

6AM is nestled in the heart of Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, and combines media production with the power and flexibility of the Internet, meaning next-gen service and virtually instant content distribution.

The doors will be thrown open with an exclusive kick-off celebration Nov. 1, 2014.

Full Details to follow.

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