Mickie James Hosting The Native American Music Awards; More Details

NAMA issued the following press release detailing Mickie James‘ appearance as host at this year’s awards:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WWE® SUPERSTAR MICKIE JAMES™

ACTOR SAGINAW GRANT, FELIPE ROSE

AMONG THE SPECIAL GUESTS & PERFORMERS

AT THE EIGHTEENTH ANNUAL AWARDS

Jesse Ed Davis To Be Inducted Into The N.A.M.A. Hall of Fame

September 27, 2018 – Niagara Falls, NY. The Native American Music Awards is proud to announce an A List of entertainers, special guests, nominees and performers for Native Music’s biggest night on Friday October 12th at the Seneca Niagara Hotel & Casino in Niagara Falls, New York. Featured guests include; singer/songwriter Annie Humphrey, pianist Connor Chee, Buffalo-based house band the Ed Koban Group, Blues Rock guitarist Tracy Lee Nelson, Canadian Folk duo Twin Flames, Seneca Nation’s, Newtown Women’s Singers, Red Rhythm Band, Faron Johns, plus a special closing performance by NAMA Hall of Famer, Felipe Rose joined by award winners Jan Michael Looking Wolf and Sten Joddi. Other special guests include; WWE’s Mickie James who was inducted into the NAMA Hall of Fame last year and will be both cohosting the event and performing live, NAMA Living Legend Saginaw Grant, actor Rick Morer, musician Jimmy Lee Young who was featured in U2’s recent concert video, and comedy duo, Williams and Ree who will be introducing the Awards’ new category for Best Comedian. In addition to performing, Felipe Rose will be hosting the pre-show Red Carpet event.

The Native American Music Awards & Association is very proud to announce that the late influential rock guitarist, Jesse Ed Davis will be inducted into the Native American Music Hall of Fame. Along with attending family members, Davis’s original Graffitiman bandmembers, Mark Shark and Quilt Sahme, will be performing a tribute in his honor. The induction will put Jesse Ed Davis’ right up in the ranks of other N.A.M.A. Hall of Famers including; Jimi Hendrix, Link Wray, Hank Williams, Nokie Edwards, Rickey Medlocke, Redbone, Felipe Rose (Village People), Richie Valens, Keith Secola, Taboo (Black Eyed Peas) and other greats.

MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS:

 

Mickie James will be co-hosting and performing at this year’s Awards ceremony. Mickie James is a WWE® Superstar & SMG Recording Artist. While growing up in Virginia, Mickie James, or Mickie Laree James was a tomboy who always loved riding horses and the wrestling business. Mickie’s strong Powhatan ancestry tracing back to the Middle High reservation on her mother’s side, is something she has always embraced throughout her career and still remains very proud of. Today, WWE® Superstar Mickie James™ is internationally recognized in the world of professional wrestling. She is a six time Women’s champion. She has set a precedent and broken many barriers for women in the WWE. As a SMG Recording Artist, with two full length albums and five singles to her credit, she is also widely known in the country music circuit. Mickie was inducted into the Native American Music Awards Hall of Fame during the 17th Annual Native American Music Awards ceremony. Her single entitled, “Shooting Blanks” was well received and won for Song of the Year. She has also just released two recordings; Don’t Be Afraid, and Left Right Left which are currently impacting radio and can be purchased through iTunes, Amazon and other online digital retailers. Mickie continues to serve as an incredible inspiration and role model for many artists as well as Native youth from across the country. Her world renowned reputation as a WWE Superstar, professional wrestler, country singer and entertainer undoubtedly warrants her a permanent place of prominence

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WHO: The 18th Annual Native American Music Awards will be a star-studded gala filled with a VIP pre-show Red Carpet reception, incredible performances and a special Hall of Fame induction along with unforgettable moments as today’s most talented indigenous musicians are honored. Experience live music performances from reflecting the impressive and diverse array of talent and soundscapes for all ages and tribal nations. It’s sure to be a night you won’t forget.

WHAT: The Native American Music Awards is “devoted to bringing Indigenous music to the world’s consciousness” as credited by the New York Times, and was cited as being “The Awards Show For Native American Entertainment” by Jeopardy TV. The Native American Music Awards is an ultimate celebration of music and entertainment. Founded in 1998, it is the world’s first and largest national professional membership-based organization for the advancement & recognition of contemporary and traditional music initiatives by artists with Native American heritage.

WHERE: The 18th Annual Native American Music Awards is hosted by the Seneca Nation of Indians (one of the six tribes of the Iroquois Confederacy) and will be held at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls, New York on October 12th in the Seneca Events Center. Doors open at 7:00PM EST. The Awards ceremony will be preceded by a free Pre-Show Red Carpet Event for nominees, and guests.. The awards is also presented in part by the Pechanga Indian Reservation and the Pechanga Resort.

Tickets for the 18th Annual Native American Music Awards Gala start at $45.00 and are available through Ticketmaster or by visiting the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino box office which is located at 310 4th St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (877) 873-6322. Other pre-event Native American performances leading up to the event at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino include; A Tribute to Redbone featuring Thunderhand Joe on Wednesday, October 10 and a comedy performance by Williams and Ree, AKA The Indian and The White Guy on Thursday, October 11.

Voting for the Native American Music Awards is open to the general public. Music tracks from all the nominees are featured on the audio players on www.NAMALIVE.com. Anyone can vote by visiting the Awards website VOTING page, or by clicking here.

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