Born in Saddle Lake Cree Nation in central Alberta, a community of about 6000 people in Treaty 6 territory, Tia’s musical journey began at home. Her first experiences on stage were performing with her family, singing traditional music at powwows, schools, and community events. But becoming a solo artist one day was always in the back of her mind. In her 20s, Tia developed a massive social following as a creator, and many of her videos introducing Indigenous sounds to a mainstream audience have gone viral and brought her widespread acclaim. Those influences and experiences, along with the music of her Indigenous nations, have provided the foundation for her debut, which is rich in style, genre, and spirit. Threading everything together is Tia’s smooth and stunning vocals, creating a vibrant tapestry of modern music that she feels is strengthened and enriched by her Indigenous background and luxe R&B production. Follow Tia Wood on TikTok: @TIAMISCIHK