Articles Sistah Lois

A valued longtime member of activist and artistic communities she brings a wealth of experience together in her offerings – from classrooms to auditorium floors to stages and screens. Those who’ve shared Interactive presentations led by Sistah have oft marveled “I don’t sing, I certainly don’t sing in public; yet I just didn’t even notice when I’d let go till I realized, hey I’m singing out loud!” – And if you who spend any time watching the work of this incredible artist – or hearing her share dialogue on multiple topics “from early 60’s Canadian immigrant reception, to teenaged pregnancy, to nontraditional labours, mental health, practice of policing on d’prairie, and medical cannabis” – will never forget the strong, powerful Sistah! People find comfort in her music because it’s appealing, and they listen to her words because they are revealing, uncovering thoughts and emotions which many of us would like to express. The power behind her words is a singing voice that subtly expresses the spirit of varied authenticities, that touches each and every individual heart in an intimately personal way. Her performances are like no other. Described as “original soundscapes that blend traditional with original songs, poems, stories which mirrors our collective souls. Freely fusing rhythm, word, and sound, “It’s an ITAL ting, carries a culturally conscious sting, after 50 years knowing it’s noSistah Lois (pronounced “Loyce”) is an incredibly talented singer, actor, creatrix across disciplines. She is, she says “a muddah, dawtah, sistah, afrikan princess, is a dymanmic Edutainer and musical messenger.”