Elexa Dawson
@elexad.bsky.social
songwriter, producer, performer
land & community - Good Way Gardens
Weda Skirts, The Power Lilies, Heyleon
land & community - Good Way Gardens
Weda Skirts, The Power Lilies, Heyleon
Back from a great conference at Folk Alliance Region Midwest, now ready to book 2026!
I do talks, workshops and performances, spreading the goodness of Potawatomi culture and earthy connection. Specializing in house concerts, libraries, museums, universities and other educational settings.
I do talks, workshops and performances, spreading the goodness of Potawatomi culture and earthy connection. Specializing in house concerts, libraries, museums, universities and other educational settings.
October 27, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Back from a great conference at Folk Alliance Region Midwest, now ready to book 2026!
I do talks, workshops and performances, spreading the goodness of Potawatomi culture and earthy connection. Specializing in house concerts, libraries, museums, universities and other educational settings.
I do talks, workshops and performances, spreading the goodness of Potawatomi culture and earthy connection. Specializing in house concerts, libraries, museums, universities and other educational settings.
Some flowers I met recently.
June 18, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Some flowers I met recently.
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Iran: Weeks away from having nuclear weapons since 1995
June 17, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Iran: Weeks away from having nuclear weapons since 1995
Set the captives free.
Music has transformed the landscape of this maximum security state prison.
I expected a tough crowd and I got an enthusiastic audience who actively participated.
To top it off, I got to see a killer concert by Carswell and Hope, who nearly brought the big house down.
Music has transformed the landscape of this maximum security state prison.
I expected a tough crowd and I got an enthusiastic audience who actively participated.
To top it off, I got to see a killer concert by Carswell and Hope, who nearly brought the big house down.
May 23, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Set the captives free.
Music has transformed the landscape of this maximum security state prison.
I expected a tough crowd and I got an enthusiastic audience who actively participated.
To top it off, I got to see a killer concert by Carswell and Hope, who nearly brought the big house down.
Music has transformed the landscape of this maximum security state prison.
I expected a tough crowd and I got an enthusiastic audience who actively participated.
To top it off, I got to see a killer concert by Carswell and Hope, who nearly brought the big house down.
I have available dates in July and August!
5/29 Emporia
5/30-6/1 Springberry Jam
6/7 Pumpstock
6/12 Lawrence
6/21 Old Town School of Folk
7/23 10 West
7/24 Knuckleheads
7/25 Two Way Street
7/26 Folkstage
8/6 Emporia
Thanks for the photo, John Knepper!
#singersongwriter #livemusic #diymusician
5/29 Emporia
5/30-6/1 Springberry Jam
6/7 Pumpstock
6/12 Lawrence
6/21 Old Town School of Folk
7/23 10 West
7/24 Knuckleheads
7/25 Two Way Street
7/26 Folkstage
8/6 Emporia
Thanks for the photo, John Knepper!
#singersongwriter #livemusic #diymusician
May 20, 2025 at 9:42 PM
I have available dates in July and August!
5/29 Emporia
5/30-6/1 Springberry Jam
6/7 Pumpstock
6/12 Lawrence
6/21 Old Town School of Folk
7/23 10 West
7/24 Knuckleheads
7/25 Two Way Street
7/26 Folkstage
8/6 Emporia
Thanks for the photo, John Knepper!
#singersongwriter #livemusic #diymusician
5/29 Emporia
5/30-6/1 Springberry Jam
6/7 Pumpstock
6/12 Lawrence
6/21 Old Town School of Folk
7/23 10 West
7/24 Knuckleheads
7/25 Two Way Street
7/26 Folkstage
8/6 Emporia
Thanks for the photo, John Knepper!
#singersongwriter #livemusic #diymusician
Weda Skirts "Sometimes" OFFICIAL Video
YouTube video by Weda Skirts
youtu.be
February 20, 2025 at 6:15 AM
"to learn what you show and what you reap, you gotta love the crow and the bumblebee..."
"Sweet Sisters" Official Lyric Video
YouTube video by Elexa Dawson
youtu.be
February 15, 2025 at 11:27 PM
"to learn what you show and what you reap, you gotta love the crow and the bumblebee..."
One week till I attend the Folk Alliance International Annual Conference in Tiohtià:ke also known as Montreal!
It's an honor to be attending and representing my various projects.
Here's where you can try and catch me next week.
#folk #folkalliance #farmfolk
It's an honor to be attending and representing my various projects.
Here's where you can try and catch me next week.
#folk #folkalliance #farmfolk
February 13, 2025 at 2:12 AM
One week till I attend the Folk Alliance International Annual Conference in Tiohtià:ke also known as Montreal!
It's an honor to be attending and representing my various projects.
Here's where you can try and catch me next week.
#folk #folkalliance #farmfolk
It's an honor to be attending and representing my various projects.
Here's where you can try and catch me next week.
#folk #folkalliance #farmfolk
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Weda Skirts live in Topeka Friday March 21!
February 12, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Weda Skirts live in Topeka Friday March 21!
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Congratulations to the 2025 GRAMMY winners! Billy Strings and Sierra Ferrell were both past Folk Alliance Official Showcase Artists; one of the producers on Trail of Flowers, Gary Paczosa, is a former FAI board member; Ruthie Foster hosted our International Folk Music Awards in the past. Kudos!
February 4, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Congratulations to the 2025 GRAMMY winners! Billy Strings and Sierra Ferrell were both past Folk Alliance Official Showcase Artists; one of the producers on Trail of Flowers, Gary Paczosa, is a former FAI board member; Ruthie Foster hosted our International Folk Music Awards in the past. Kudos!
Biden walked so Trump could run Gaza.
February 5, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Biden walked so Trump could run Gaza.
Hanging with the Bvlbancha crowd tonight! Come on out, New Orleans lovers of song!
January 25, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Hanging with the Bvlbancha crowd tonight! Come on out, New Orleans lovers of song!
Good morning, NOLA!!!
Checking out Nanih Bvlbancha after breakfast, and hoping to catch a parade before my gig with John DePriest tonight at 7pm!
Checking out Nanih Bvlbancha after breakfast, and hoping to catch a parade before my gig with John DePriest tonight at 7pm!
January 25, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Good morning, NOLA!!!
Checking out Nanih Bvlbancha after breakfast, and hoping to catch a parade before my gig with John DePriest tonight at 7pm!
Checking out Nanih Bvlbancha after breakfast, and hoping to catch a parade before my gig with John DePriest tonight at 7pm!
Bound for Memphis!!!
NOLA tomorrow!
NOLA tomorrow!
January 23, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Bound for Memphis!!!
NOLA tomorrow!
NOLA tomorrow!
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Another snow day for the teen. I overslept through an important meeting. I'm baking my first sourdough loaf from a new starter. Hibernation is still on, fam.
January 10, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Another snow day for the teen. I overslept through an important meeting. I'm baking my first sourdough loaf from a new starter. Hibernation is still on, fam.
Reminding myself that I work to create, not to become popular or achieve external concepts of success. I am successful when I define success for myself.
Rest is a sign of a successful life.
Rest is a sign of a successful life.
January 6, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Reminding myself that I work to create, not to become popular or achieve external concepts of success. I am successful when I define success for myself.
Rest is a sign of a successful life.
Rest is a sign of a successful life.
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People are acting like Luigi becoming a folk hero is some new trend but it's not like yankee soldiers didn't sing John Brown's Body as they marched from Atlanta to Savannah
December 21, 2024 at 11:37 PM
People are acting like Luigi becoming a folk hero is some new trend but it's not like yankee soldiers didn't sing John Brown's Body as they marched from Atlanta to Savannah
New Press!!!
Elexa Dawson “Answer”
"This is a stunning and unique track that captivates from the very first note. The 3/4 time signature brings an unconventional and exotic rhythm to the piece, with claps adding an intriguing texture that feels otherworldly."
provomusicmagazine.com/2024/12/18/n...
Elexa Dawson “Answer”
"This is a stunning and unique track that captivates from the very first note. The 3/4 time signature brings an unconventional and exotic rhythm to the piece, with claps adding an intriguing texture that feels otherworldly."
provomusicmagazine.com/2024/12/18/n...
Non-Utah Indies #12: Songs We're Digging Right Now - Provo Music Magazine
Check out the latest songs we have loved from around the world!
provomusicmagazine.com
December 19, 2024 at 5:10 PM
New Press!!!
Elexa Dawson “Answer”
"This is a stunning and unique track that captivates from the very first note. The 3/4 time signature brings an unconventional and exotic rhythm to the piece, with claps adding an intriguing texture that feels otherworldly."
provomusicmagazine.com/2024/12/18/n...
Elexa Dawson “Answer”
"This is a stunning and unique track that captivates from the very first note. The 3/4 time signature brings an unconventional and exotic rhythm to the piece, with claps adding an intriguing texture that feels otherworldly."
provomusicmagazine.com/2024/12/18/n...
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I finally found the clip of Diana Ross performing "Love Hangover" on The Muppet Show in 1980.
The Muppet Show.
We used to be a proper nation.
The Muppet Show.
We used to be a proper nation.
December 18, 2024 at 10:16 PM
I finally found the clip of Diana Ross performing "Love Hangover" on The Muppet Show in 1980.
The Muppet Show.
We used to be a proper nation.
The Muppet Show.
We used to be a proper nation.
I will be watching various stop motion animation specials until my attitude improves.
December 17, 2024 at 11:00 PM
I will be watching various stop motion animation specials until my attitude improves.
Good Way Gardens is my way to bring my love of the outdoors and music together with a monthly concert series in Emporia. Free concerts on the first Sunday of every month March through October! goodwaygardens.com
December 3, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Good Way Gardens is my way to bring my love of the outdoors and music together with a monthly concert series in Emporia. Free concerts on the first Sunday of every month March through October! goodwaygardens.com
I'm seeking listening rooms in KS, OK, MO, CO and NM to book my solo Native Americana songwriter show! Can be coordinated with same-day educational programming at a partner organization.
Let me know who I should reach out to in your area!
Let me know who I should reach out to in your area!
December 2, 2024 at 3:27 AM
I'm seeking listening rooms in KS, OK, MO, CO and NM to book my solo Native Americana songwriter show! Can be coordinated with same-day educational programming at a partner organization.
Let me know who I should reach out to in your area!
Let me know who I should reach out to in your area!