Rockin' on the rez

New influences on tribal musicAlthough the turnout was small, the enthusiasm was high, an expression of a growing interest in indigenous music performed by groups originating out of the American Indian reservations of Northern Arizona.

"I think it's a reaction to popular culture," Price said. "I think young people are trying to express themselves, with more programs being cut in the schools. A lot of these musicians make up their own lyrics and music, create their own poetry."