Mike Bern, from Tobique Nation, New Brunswick, is an accomplished musical artist who gained valuable musical experience performing with award-winning bands such as Kickin Krotch and District Avenue. Mike’s solo career speaks to his musical excellence and his deep connection to his indigenous roots, drawing inspiration from Chris Otepka, Frankie Miller, and Ben Schneider. His latest album, Ancestors, showcases his signature raspy, rock vocals that blend seamlessly with traditional acoustic folk melodies. Among the tracks, “no words for goodbye” stands out as a poignant ballad to the importance of relationships in Mike’s life and the inevitability of loss. The song opens with a captivating chord progression that continues in an ostinato-like manner throughout. The lyr...