Sly Da Supastar AKA SLY204

Afro-Indigenous Hip Hop Artist • DJ • Community Builder Sly is an Afro-Indigenous hip hop artist, DJ, and cultural storyteller from Winnipeg, Manitoba, whose music is rooted in resilience, identity, and community. Blending powerful lyricism, authentic lived experience, and dynamic stage presence, he creates music that bridges cultures and speaks to the realities of everyday people. Drawing inspiration from both his African and Indigenous heritage, Sly's artistry reflects a lifelong commitment to self-expression, healing, and empowerment. His music explores themes of perseverance, family, personal growth, cultural pride, and overcoming adversity while remaining grounded in the foundational elements of hip hop culture. More than an entertainer, He is a voice for connection. His performances are designed to bring people together, creating spaces where stories are shared, cultures are celebrated, and audiences are inspired to embrace their own journeys. Whether performing original music, DJing community events, or collaborating with local organizations, he brings authenticity, energy, and purpose to every stage. As a father, artist, and community advocate, Sly understands the power of representation. His work is driven by a vision of using music to uplift Indigenous and marginalized communities, inspire youth, and demonstrate that creativity can be a path toward empowerment and positive change. Based in Winnipeg and committed to building relationships throughout Canada, Salih performs in Indigenous communities, festivals, cultural gatherings, schools, and community events across Turtle Island. His mission is simple: to use hip hop as a tool for unity, healing, and transformation. Career Highlights - 22-year career with two Cross-Canada tours and an Australian tour - Host of Indigenous Hip Hop Music Awards - Performed at the Rotterdam Caribbean Festival (Netherlands) and the Fry Bread Festival (Los Angeles) - Two mixtapes, an EP, and a full-length album, The HeArtist - Featured on CBC, APTN, CTV, and Energy 106 FM - Annual performer at the No Stone Unturned concert for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Children - Song M.O.M.M.Y added to the archives of the Parliament of Canada - Broadcasting graduate - emcee, motivational speaker, DJ, and workshop facilitator (songwriting, Hip Hop history and culture, Indigenous Hip Hop, intro DJ lessons) for Indigenous youth across Manitoba, BC, and Ontario - Fully clean sets - no profanity - ideal for youth events, community gatherings, cultural celebrations, and school programs