Guyanese-Canadian musician gave voice to the experiences of Indigenous people (opens original article in a new tab)

Guyanese-Canadian musician David Campbell, who died at 91, was a key figure in Canada's Indigenous artistic renaissance, known for his empowering songs that gave voice to Indigenous struggles and for his DIY approach to music and writing.

• Guyanese-Canadian musician David Campbell died at 91, known for empowering songs about Indigenous struggles
• Campbell was part of Indigenous artistic renaissance in Canada during 1970s and 1980s
• His song 'Pretty Brown' became an anthem for Indigenous and Black women, highlighting themes of pride and resilience
• Campbell was a DIY artist who released his own recordings and writings, avoiding corporate music production