Toronto-Based Cree Artist Sebastian Gaskin Takes Over Spotify’s Indigenous Playlist

Toronto-based Sebastian Gaskin has been announced as Spotify’s newest Indigenous Takeover ambassador for March, celebrating his impact on the Canadian music scene. Raised in Tataskweyak Cree Nation, Gaskin’s music blends genre-fluid experimentation with raw intuition, setting him apart as a rising force in soul, R&B, and alternative soundscapes. With over 563.5K streams in Canada and a performance history that includes opening for Common and T-Pain, he continues to carve out a space for Indigenous artistry on global stages. This month, Spotify’s Indigenous Takeover playlist will feature Gaskin’s own selections, spotlighting the next wave of Indigenous talent shaping Canadian music.