The Kiju’s Boyz Singers are a family Mi’kmaq drum group from the Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation. They are composed of 6 grandsons of their beloved Kiju, Matilda Paul. Brad, Francis, Cory, Gabriel, Thomas and Brandon have been singing together with great pride and passion since 2008.
In 2007, Their Kiju passed away at the remarkable age of 94 and was a well-known wise elder of the community as well as the oldest person in Paqtnkek. She carried many wise teachings and strong words of wisdom. During the family’s time of mourning, she visited the family through visions and dreams. In each vision, she asked, “Why don't my boys sing together as a drum group?” She believed that our sound as a family group would be powerful. The boys were approached about the visions and with the inspiration of their Kiju, came together and created the Kiju’s Boyz Singers in honor of her.
The drum they use was given to the boys as a trade with Robert Todd. The colors of the drum represent their Kiju, as they were her favorite colors.
