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Oglala Lakota artists pen song honoring 'Horse Nation'

Duo unveils piece set to release on Jan. 19

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Jan 06, 2024
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In a captivating fusion of visual and auditory artistry, Oglala Lakota artists from the Black Hills have unveiled a piece honoring the role horses played in Lakota culture.

Visual artist Sandy Swallow and songwriter Scott Simpson, both of Spearfish, have paired up to create “Running the Milky Way,” a collaborative song that delves into the bond between …

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