WINTERHAWK: Electric Warriors

Winterhawk

Electric Warriors

© 2003 Winterhawk (609587130027)

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Red Hot Indian Rock from San Francisco. Reissue recordings first released in 1979/80. Two albums on one CD. The Electric Warriors LP was produced by Tom Bee of XIT, AKA Lincoln St Exit.

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Fringed leather tunics, furs, feathers, and loincloths are not the standard garb of the average rock band, and neither were many popular bands quite literally gushing with Indian blood and heritage. Likewise, few bands indeed carry high the philosophies, and traditions of their forefathers cultures as did Winterhawk. A Native American foursome that specialized in rapidfire, hard rock and roll. But the striking thing about this band is not so much the warrior beliefs, but their sincerity and genuine faith in themselves and their culture.

Winterhawk was a Native American rock band from San Francisco, CA. This is a special edition CD release of there two ultra rare albums! Two albums on one CD. Electric Warriors & Dog Soldier. Released in 1979 / 80 by Mother Earth Records. First time on compact disc. Re-mastered from the original stereo master tapes. Both album covers have been recreated as facsimiles of the original LP releases. The Holy Grail of Native American rock bands.

Winterhawk appeared in the 1983 US Festival and has opened for such big names as Tina Turner, Santana, Country Joe and the Fish, Steve Miller, Van Halen and Motley Crue. The Electric Warriors LP was produced by Tom Bee of XIT, AKA Lincoln St Exit. A must have for Native American, Hard Rock, Metal music fans. Nik Alexander's song writing and guitar playing skills are the best.

Nik Winterhawk Alexander, a Cree Indian who lead the band with his savage guitar riffs and powerful vocals, says, "Music is a very sacred part of Native American lifestyles. If a person of a tribe possesses a rattle or a drum or a stick to beat the drum, those articles are treated with great respect. Winterhawk carried that same reverence toward music, because the ability to play music is a gift" "It's important for people to realize that the band Winterhawk were not posers" Alexander emphasizes. "The majority of our songs have a very deep message in them. I believe in setting an example for young people. Young people really look up to rock and rollers" We carry high the values our forefathers did: keeping our environment clean, taking care of the creatures, including ourselves. I don't drink. The idea is to be a positive force in front of the young people, he explains. "If theres any music that is close to traditional Native American music, a war dance beat, it's straight rock and roll" "Our best received songs are Indian ones" - like their "Custer's Dying," a hard-edge, head-banging rocker with serious lyrics about guess who.

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  • author: DAVID POBES LAYUNTA

    Great record; totally recommended

  • Go getum Nik. Hope you're still playing
    author: Bob Jasper

    I was in the studio when some of these songs were recorded. I still have the original 2" studio tapes. I've been carrying them around for 27 years. Have always loved Nik's work. Nik has always stayed close to his message. Love you guy.

  • author: sophie hunault

    I love the music and the lyrics are great, thank you!!walk in balance

  • Then & Now, "WINTERHAWK" Stands Tall!
    author: Lady Dove

    O'siyo Winterhawk! Loved You Then & Love You Now! Saw you first time in Petaluma California at the Phoenix Theatre :) You put it out & I'll buy it! Warm Fire always here for you.... Walk In Peace & Balance Lady Dove

  • the best native american hard rockin' band EVER!
    author: john lory (FROM ITALY)

    a great chance to listen to one of the best kept hard rockin' secrets of the world! their original lp's cost like heaven and hell, but with an unique cd you'll be able to enjoy the hard drivin' powerful yet melodic guitar riffing of the mainman, NIK ALEXANDER. if you like great u.s. hard rock bands such as GRANICUS, CAIN, AMULET or ALKANA, well, this is definitely the cd you need! check out for the burning hot "OUR LOVE WILL LAST" track... simply asskickin'! WINTERHAWK... where are you now? lost in the endless prairies of the sky? but in my heart you will rock forever!

  • My Father Is an Awsome Guitar player
    author: Alexis Alexander ( Daughter of Nik Winter

    I remember the group making this album,I had only just turned 5 yrs old while the group was recording, and playing gigs. I loved all of my father's rifts and high unbelieveable singing voice, I hope with everything that has happened,my dad will perform live again Love Alexis Dad call me tonite at home.

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