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2024

Seattle Kraken Game - Indigenous People's Day - December 10th, 2024

Join Khu.éex' as the House Band! Tickets and more information here. Part of the new house band residency program for live music during pre-game and intermission.

Earshot Jazz, November 1st, 2024

The Earshot Jazz Festival returns this year with performances from both resident and world renowned artists at venues all around Seattle! See Khu.éex' this year as part of the festival at the Clock - Out Lounge on November 1st at 9;00PM. Tickets are available now.

Fundraiser for the Documentary Khu.éex': The Magic of Noise, October 24th, 2024

Heartstone Studios and Preston Singletary invite you to a Fundraiser for the Documentary Khu.éex': The Magic of Noise!

This special evening on October 24th from 6:30-9:30pm at Traver Gallery will feature:

Music from Khu.éex' band members!
Art perks from artist Preston Singletary included with your donation/ticket!
Beverages and canapés
A special screening of the trailer and a sneak peek of the film

Renowned Artist/Khu.éex' Co-Founder and Bassist Preston Singletary, Director Michael Kleven and Producer Elke Hautala will all be in attendance. Donations/tickets range from $100 to $1,000 with perks including: LP's by the band, the Fusion Notes book from Minor Matters by Preston Singletary, framed formline prints and cast glass Spirit Faces.

Learn more about the film here. View and purchase tickets at: https://ticketstripe.com/Khueexdocfundraiser

Indigenous Peoples’ Day, October 14th, 2024

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a live performance on Monday, Oct. 14th. Stop by for a free show from Khu.éex’ at Westlake Park from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. More details here.

Indigenous Peoples' Day Concert, October 11th, 2024

Make sure to check out Khu.eex if you are passing through the Central Terminal at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Friday Oct. 11th! Join us for a free concert from 10AM - 12PM. This will feature a series of songs that tell stories and celebrate Native culture.

Downtown Summer Sounds, August 29th, 2024

Join Khu.éex' at Occidental Park in Seattle, WA. for a free concert from 4:30PM - 6PM. Learn more now at the Downtown Summer Sounds website.

Carnation Block Party, June 22nd, 2024

Join Khu.éex' at Tolt Commons in Carnation, WA. for the 7th annual Carnation Block Party on Saturday June 22nd, 2024! Live Music, Arts & Craft Vendors, Food Vendors, Art Activities, Beer Garden, & more.

Siyáadlan: New Album Release, June 7th, 2024

"Siyáadlan's" music revolves around the Urban Indian experience of Native families from non-local tribes who have found themselves relocated to Seattle. Get ready for this album release on streaming services, Bandcamp and on CD on the Khu.éex' website.

"Khu.éex: The Magic of Noise" Documentary Fundraiser - June 6th at 6PM, 2024

Contribute to Heartstone Studios so they can finish post-production and launch the Khu.éex: The Magic of Noise documentary! After just over 10 years, they are almost at the finish line.

Come join them at the Art Walk in Pioneer Square on June 6th at 210 S Washington St. They'll have amazing serigraph prints and beautiful cast glass pieces by Preston Singletary Glass available for donations!

Come hear more about the film, the band and the plans for distribution! Be a catalyst for sharing this meaningful film with the world. Learn more.

2023

House Band for the Seattle Kraken vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Game, December 9th, 2023

Join Khu.éex’ at the Climate Pledge Arena for Indigenous Peoples Night presented by Muckleshoot Indian Tribe. See an amazing hockey game featuring the Seattle Kraken vs. Tampa Bay Lightning with Khu.éex’ as the house band. Tickets available now.

Heartstone Studios Presents: Khu.éex’ Fundraiser and Documentary Screening, November 16th, 2023

Join Heartstone Studios on November 16th from 6-9PM for a special Fundraiser and Screening for the upcoming documentary, "Khu.éex’: The Magic of Noise".bCheck out the two donations levels and receive a special limited edition serigraph print by Khu.éex’ co-founder/bassist Preston Singletary. Contact Heartstone Studios for more ticket information.

New Podcast with Khu.éex'

This is a deep listening journey into the story of Khu.éex’ as told by the band’s co-founder Preston Singletary and guitarist Captain Raab, recorded by Blaze in Space. This five episode podcast series takes a dive deep into the musical compositions on each record. Listen in now.

Native Sound Summit with Khu.éex', November 11th, 2023

Visit the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City for a celebration of music with Khu.éex'! See Khu.éex' perform from 6-9:00PM. Tickets available now.

Earshot Jazz Festival - October 18th, 2023

Nectar Lounge presents Khu.éex' with guests Mo'Jam All-Stars October 18th at 8PM. Ages 21 & over. Tickets available now.

Áak’w Rock Festival - September 21st - 23rd , 2023

Áak’w Rock is a three-day Indigenous music festival, held biennially in Juneau, AK. Join Khu.éex’ on September 21st. More information at the Áak’w Rock Festival website.

Khu.éex' and Innastate at the High Dive - September 4th, 2023

High Dive presents Khu.éex’, Innastate and One Way Sky on September 4th at 8:00PM. Join us for a night of Native Rock, Jazz, Funk and Reggae. Ages 21 & over.. Tickets available now.

Support New Music By Contributing To Our Indiegogo!

We have an exciting year coming up with the release of three new albums indicating the new directions with the band. Get involved to help Khu.éex', which features funk, rock and Native storytelling, release their new music. Learn more at: www.indiegogo.com This Indiegogo ends on August 23rd, 2023.

Summer Series at Volunteer Park - July 13th, 2023

Join Volunteer Park Trust for the free Summer Series at the Amphitheater! See Khu.éex’ play live on July 13th at 6:00 PM. Learn more at the Volunteer Park Trust Website.

Fremont Fair - June 17th, 2023

The fair is coming to you live from Fremont in Seattle with two all-free stages filled with musical groups and artists that are as magical as the celebration the Center of the Universe is known for! Learn more and see Khu.éex’ perform on June 17th at 11:00 AM.

Daybreak Star Radio Presents Resilient Voices - June 10th, 2023

Get ready for an evening of amazing performances at the Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center in Seattle, WA., featuring new music by Khu.éex’. Tickets available now at Daybreak Star Radio.

Indiegogo Campaign - Ends May 17th, 2023

Support Heartstone Studios with their "Khu.éex':The Magic of Noise" documentary! Help Heartstone Studios complete post-production for their film which follows the journey of Khu.éex'. Learn more and support their effort here at Indiegogo.

Sold Out: Seattle Aquarium: After Hours - February 14th, 2023, 6:30-9:30PM

Adults will take over the Seattle Aquarium for this 21+ event, featuring music from Khu.éex’! Explore the habitats at night, a variety of animal-themed activities throughout the Aquarium, a no-host bar, food available for purchase and more.

The best part? Your ticket purchase helps support the Seattle Aquariums animal care and marine conservation work. Tickets HERE.

2022

An Indigenous Heritage Day Celebration featuring Black Belt Eagle Scout with Khu.éex' - November 25th, 2022

High Dive, Solid Sound & KEXP present an Indigenous Heritage Day Celebration. Tickets HERE.

Summer Sounds - September 1st, 2022

Join Khu.éex' for a free event in downtown Seattle starting at 5:00 PM, part of the Downtown Summer Sounds series.

2021

Artists at the Center: Khu.éex'- December 5th, 2021

Join Khu.éex' for a free event at the Seattle Center Armory Stage on December 5th at 12:30pm. Artists at the Center is a year long program sponsored by: Seattle Kraken, Climate Pledge Arena, and the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture, with Program Partners: Seattle Center and Uptown Arts & Culture Coalition. Full details HERE.

Potlatch Fund 19th Annual Gala - November 5th, 2021

Join Potlatch Fund in welcoming Raye Zaragoza, Khu.éex’, and Hailey Tayathy at our 19th Annual Fundraising Gala for a week of Giving & Gala Events celebrating Indigenous Vibrancy. Tune in to see the Khu.éex’ performance – Nov. 5th at 6:00 pm. More details and to register for this online event HERE.

Indigenous Heritage Day Celebration Featuring Khu.éex' - November 26th, 2021

High Dive, Solid Sound, and Preston Singletary Present: Indigenous Heritage Day Celebration Featuring Khu.éex. High Dive, Seattle, WA., Friday November 26th at 8:00pm PST. Ages 21 & over. Doors open at 8:00PM. Tickets available HERE.

Khu.éex':The Magic of Noise Preview and Performance - September 29th, 2021

Join us for this special evening at the Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center in Seattle, WA. for a film screening, music, educational discussion, and Native American cultural performances! There will be a special preview of the documentary film Khu.éex':The Magic of Noise with filmmakers Michael Kleven and Elke Hautala in attendance to answer questions. Khu.éex’ band members Nahaan, Preston Singletary, and Sondra Segundo will share elements from their band’s live performances, discuss the deeper meaning of their songwriting and talk about the group’s focus on both indigenous rights and overcoming cultural genocide. This free event is presented by Heartstone Studios with support from 4 Culture. Learn more here.

New Track: Residential School

Like many of our pieces, when we began recording "Residential School", we didn’t know what it was about. Many times, we don’t know what our pieces are actually about until we’ve finished recording them and the piece shows us what it is. It wasn’t until we recorded the basic track and were listening to the playback in the studio in 2016 and hearing the pain and fear in the music that we understood this piece was about what kids experienced in the Residential School/Boarding School system and how the fallout from this affected our families and communities in massive ways.

In Indian Country, we have known about the abuse and deaths that occurred in these schools all along. We know that there is a connection between things happening right now and what occurred then; and how the Residential Schools created intergenerational trauma and created the contemporary disproportionate rates of Native children in the child welfare system (in Washington state at 3.2x and Alaska at 2.5x). The effects are ongoing right now and this is not simply something that happened in the past. What is new in 2021 is the confirmation of the number of dead children at these sites and Non-Natives becoming aware of the extent of deaths at these schools.

This song is to honor the victims of these schools, from the children who did not survive there, to those who did survive, to today’s young people effected by the intergenerational trauma created by these schools. From Kamloops to Tulalip to Carlisle to Old Sun.

In honor of these victims and survivors, we are making this song, “Residential School” (from our upcoming album “WOOch”) available for free download at our Bandcamp page.

New Album: WOOch

In March 2016, Khu.éex' entered the studio to simultaneously begin work on what would result in two triple albums: 2019's “Héen”, and Khu.éex's upcoming fourth album "WOOch". Translating from "together" in the Tlingit language, "wooch" also echoes the "WOO" philosophy of Khu.éex' co-founder Bernie Worrell in which he wished to use music to bring people together through sound.

Focusing on the concept of the Alaska Native communities' shared experiences, the album explores the connection between historical and contemporary issues and intergenerational strength in the face of trauma. "WOOch" also represents Bernie Worrell's final major studio project before his passing three months following the beginning of these sessions. Bernie's playing reflected profound depth and power in the face of his cancer battle.

“WOOch” features Bernie Worrell (Keyboards), Preston Singletary (Bass), Captain Raab (Guitar), Gene Tagaban (vocals, spoken word, flute), Nahaan (spoken word, vocals), Skerik (Sax and horn arrangements), Hans Teuber (horns, flutes), Stephen Nistor (Drums, percussion), Denny Stern (percussion), Indrayani Ananda and Carly Kienow (vocals), and Tim Kennedy (keyboards). Special featured guests: Qacung (Y’upic vocals) acclaimed singer and co-founder of Pamyua, Eyvind Kang (Viola), and Jay Kardong (pedal steel). Available now in the SHOP section.

Indiegogo Campaign

Help support the production of this new album by contributing to our Indiegogo campaign, which ends on March 20th! Details HERE.

Livestream Performance with Seattle Sacred Music & Art

March 4th, 2021 7PM (PST), Virtual Event

Join SAMA: Seattle Sacred Music & Art for a Livestream with Khu.éex'! Tune in March 4th, at 7:00 PM PST. More details at SAMA. This will be live streamed on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch. SAMA offers an immersive weekly series of Music & Art performances focused on the healing power of global sacred music.

2020

An Evening With Khu.éex'

October 14th, 2020, 6PM - 7PM (PST) , Virtual Event

Members of Khu.éex', a funk/rock band founded by internationally known glass artist Preston Singletary, will share their music and some stories behind their most recent album Héen.

This event is presented as part of Seattle Reads 2020 and is supported by The Seattle Public Library Foundation, author series sponsors the Gary and Connie Kunis Foundation, and Seattle City of Literature. Register for the event through the Seattle Public Library calendar.

In the Spirit - Virtual Arts Market and Northwest Native Festival

October 17th, 2020 - 5PM (PST) , Virtual Event

Join Khu.éex’ at the annual "In the Spirit" Virtual Arts Market and Northwest Native Festival. This year the celebration will take place online with events held on multiple days from September 10-October 17, 2020.

The October 17th Closing Ceremony features a performance by Khu.éex’, playing our one-of-a-kind mix of song and spoken word with atmospheric, visionary jazz improvisation. For the full schedule and artist line-up, visit: InTheSpiritArts.org, and online performance info HERE.

2019

Freakout 7

November 15th 2019, Salmon Bay Eagles

Freakout Festival was formerly the Psychedelic Holiday Freakout Festival that started in 2013 as an annual event curated in different neighborhoods of Seattle. Now in it’s 7th year and third in a row in Ballard Freakout returns on 11/14-11/17. The festival is produced by independent record label Freakout Records. Details and ticket information HERE.

Refract Seattle: Fused: A Festival of Glass
October 18th, 2019
Join us at Pratt Fine Arts Center for a celebration of glass art in the northwest and so much more! Enjoy amazing artist demonstrations in a dozen different studios, live music by Khu.éex’, DJ, food trucks, cash bars, and a live bronze pour! Don't miss this chance to see renowned Lummi glass artist Dan Friday blowing in the hotshop and Etsuko Ichikawa painting her signature pyrographs with molten glass. It's the ultimate art party! Tickets available HERE.

Johnson County Community College, KS

October 10th, 2019 - See Khu.éex’ at the Polsky Theatre! Details and ticket information HERE.

IN THE SPIRIT Festival

August 10th, 2019- Join us for a FREE In The Spirit Northwest Native Festival in partnership with Tacoma Art Museum and Museum of Glass. This indoor/outdoor event includes a Native arts market from 12:00-5:00 PM. See artist demonstrations, watch a Native designer fashion show, and participate in hands-on projects. Learn about the diverse Native cultures of the PNW through song, dance, music, a discussion panel, and more. See Khu.eex' in the History Museum's amphitheater from 5:30-7:00 PM. Details HERE.

Sealaska Heritage Performance

January 28th, 2019 - See Khu.éex’ perform live in Juneau at the Sealaska Heritage Institute, January 28th at 7:30 pm. Get your tickets today at: https://bit.ly/2H1NbEj Presented by Juneau Arts & Humanities Council, Sealaska Heritage and KTOO Public Media.

Alaska Native Heritage Center Performance

January 26th 2019 - Visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center on January 26th for the 16th Annual Indigenous World Music Celebration featuring a variety of internationally recognized dancers, theatrical performances and musical performances including Khu.éex’. This free event is sponsored by Target.

Fundraiser

Khu.éex, Heartstone Media, and the Preston Singletary Studio invite you to an exclusive fundraiser for the upcoming documentary, "Khu.éex: The Magic of Noise" on Saturday February 2nd, 2019.

Join us for an afternoon of fine art, documentary film, funk music & Northwest indigenous culture. Details & Tickets at: https://bit.ly/2SbxtYn

Help us raise funds for our documentary film Khu.éex: The Magic of Noise and enjoy a glimpse inside the private workshop of renowned glass artist, and Khu.éex' co-founder and bass player, Preston Singletary. All donations can be tax-deductible through our new fiscal sponsor the internationally renowned Independent Filmmaker Project (IFP).

Indulge in delicious appetizers provided by X Catering, and beverages from the J. Bookwalter Winery, and listen to the exciting musical performance by Haida storyteller and Khu.éex' singer Sondra Segundo all while surrounded by the world-class art of Preston Singletary!

Watch a special sneak preview of this important documentary and then enjoy a lively discussion with the filmmakers about the film. All attendees will receive an invitation to the exclusive, private cast/crew screening of the documentary later this year!

2018

Learn more about the upcoming documentary, "Khu.éex: The Magic of Noise".

Native American Contemporary Music Showcase: Khu.éex'

In celebration of Native American Heritage month, STG Presents the Contemporary Native American Showcase with Khu.éex at Columbia City Theater.

The Paramount 90th Anniversary Celebration

With Death Cab for Cutie and Special Guests Khu.éex’

Saturday, June 23, 2018

Nights at the Neptune

Be the first to see Khu.éex: The Magic of Noise - A Documentary film by Heartstone Media & Performance and Q&A. Learn more about the Khu.éex’ documentary.

Thursday August 9th, 2018 at 8:00 pm

IN THE SPIRIT Northwest Native Festival

See Khu.éex’ in concert!

Saturday August 11th, 2018

SAM Performs

Seattle Art Museum, Olympic Sculpture Park

Thursday August 23rd, 2018 at 6-8:00 PM

Neumos

March 23rd at 8PM with Eldridge Gravy and the Court Supreme & Afrocop.

2017

New album!

Announcing the release of the new album, "They Forgot They Survived"! The new album on triple vinyl includes a download code and is available in either black or white vinyl. Now is your chance to order your copy. Visit our SHOP section for details.

See Khu.éex’ live in concert! Khu.éex’ will be playing the Northwest Folklife Festival in Seattle on Friday May 26th at 8:30 PM. More details HERE.

Dear Friends,

With sadness in our hearts we are letting you know that our beloved Khu.éex’ member Clarissa Rizal has passed away from a longterm illness. Please keep her in your thoughts and send blessings for her passage. She will be mourned and missed greatly.

Rizal did vocals for Khu.éex’ and was a multi-media artist and weaver who performed spoken word and sang traditional Native songs. She was essential in providing guidance in explaining the songs from a traditional context. You may learn more about Clarissa here.

Sincerely,

Khu.éex’

2016

See Khu.éex’ play live at Town Hall

On October 29th see Khu.éex’ at Town Hall on October 29th 2016. Tickets: www.townhallseattle.org

New broadcast!

Listen to an amazing broadcast of "Bernie Worrell: Beyond P-Funk Special" courtesy of 94.1 FM KPFA. LIsten now at kpfa.org with host Rickey Vincent.

Via KPFA:

"Keyboardist Dr. Bernie Worrell was one of the greatest living musicians. A child prodigy, the Plainfield New Jersey born genius trained at Juilliard and the New England Conservatory of Music. He is the mastermind behind nearly every song by George Clinton’s Parliament / Funkadelic, and Worrell has a distinguished track record playing everything from industrial, classical, new wave, hip hop, avant garde jazz, afro-beat and many others. He passed away on June 24th. His final recordings were with Khu.eex, an all star band that explores Funk/Jazz/Experimental interpretations of Alaskan Native living traditional culture with spoken word, storytelling, and beat poetry."

Introducing the debut album by Khu.éex’, “The Wilderness Within”. Featuring local Tlingit glass artist Preston Singletary (bass), funk legend Bernie Worrell (keys), Stanton Moore (drums), Skerik (sax), and Captain Raab (guitar). Also featuring Native storyteller/actor/performance artist Gene Tagaban, and visual artist Clarissa Rizal on vocals and spoken word and many more.

Album Release Party

Tickets: http://khueex.eventbrite.com/. Saturday, July 9th 2016 - Nectar Lounge & The PBJ Present: Khu.éex' LP Release
Doors: 8 p.m. | Show: 9 p.m.

We mourn the loss of the late, great Dr. Bernie Worrell, the Wizard of Woo.

He had very much been looking forward to performing at the album release party of his final collaborative project, Khu.eex'.

While his physical presence will be forever missed, his spiritual presence will be felt as strongly as ever. We ask that this concert serve as a remembrance of the life of one of the greatest musical innovators of our time, and one of the kindest and gentlest souls we have had the pleasure of knowing. We love you always, Bernie.