Wathéča Records is a label and archival project focused on highlighting North American Indigenous musicians and artists who have often been overlooked within the canons of rock, folk, and country music. Wathéča Records was founded in 2022 by Justis Brokenrope (Sičháŋǧu Lakȟóta), a musician, DJ, and educator currently residing in Bdé Óta Othúŋwe, Mní Sóta (Minneapolis, Minnesota). Driven by Brokenrope’s dedication for building and sharing his still-growing archive of rare vinyl records, cassette tapes, and even 8-track tapes, Wathéča Records Sourcebook showcases what makes physical media and printed ephemera so memorable and ripe for connection while simultaneously documenting a deep reverence for the Indigenous musicians and artists featured throughout the book. From the likes of Floyd Westerman and Buddy Red Bow, to the Zuni Midnighters and the Navajo Sundowners, and many more, Wathéča Records Sourcebook is guided by the act of breathing energy and pride into the music for readers to connect with and appreciate. Offset-printed, soft-cover with open-spine Smyth sewn binding Pages: 136 Size: 135 x 190 mm (5.31 x 7.48 in.) Print run: First edition printing of 500 Papers: Munken Lynx, 240gsm (covers); Munken Print White 1.5, 90gsm (pages)
