Back when Lakota 4 Directions was first released in 1999, it received much airplay. Only two Lakota Elders had issue with the song being played over the radio. They said it was sacred. They didn't have a problem with me singing it or recording it. One Elder made me vow that I would always introduce this song in a special way. Chief Arvol liked it back then, and he still likes it, 10 years later! At the festival, Chief Arvol sang the song as part of the healing ceremony he conducted at Buena Gardens. I had the honor of singing it for him and everyone else later that day. It was a great day. Thanks so much to Janeen for organizing this event!

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