BAAM at The Gem is thrilled to welcome Firefly The Hybrid to Bethel on Thursday, October 17th at 7:00 pm during the full moon.

Firefly seeks to illuminate the beauty and healing power of indigenous culture through music, visuals, and creativity. As a member of the Penobscot Nation, he grew up in his people’s ancient village at Indian Island, Maine. With live performances, Firefly is helping to place Indigenous people in a modern context.  He believes that through creative frequencies, we can begin to heal humanity and evolve to new levels of love, compassion, and wellness.

As a traditional music keeper of the Wabanaki, Firefly has performed for many years throughout Maine. In 2020, Firefly took his creative performances to another level through cutting edge technology such as projection mapping and videography. This new evolution in his performances culminated in a national virtual performance with the Kennedy Center’s Arts Across America series and the release of his first album, “Sacred Fire.”

In February 2023, Firefly debuted his futuristic combination of traditional vocals and electronic music to 6000 attendees at the historic Merril Auditorium in Portland Maine. In April 2023, Firefly had the honor of being the first Wabanaki to perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. That same month Firefly’s World Premiere of “Militakwat” was performed at the University of Maine. A collaboration with the 127-year-old Bangor Symphony Orchestra, Firefly created a 3 part movement rooted in Wabanaki songs. He is the first Wabanaki to collaborate with this orchestra in it’s 127-year history.

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Doors at 6:00 pm

Show at 7:00 pm

Pay What You Can tickets benefit Bethel Area Arts & Music.