Silla

Silla is an acclaimed Inuit throat-singing duo from Nunavut consisting of Charlotte Qamaniq from Iglulik and Cynthia Pitsiulak from Kimmirut. Since 2005, they’ve captivated audiences with their raw, hypnotic fusion of traditional katajjaq and contemporary music.

Their name comes from the Inuktitut word Sila – referring to weather, spirit, and intellect – reflecting the deep cultural roots and resilience of Inuit throat singing. Twice nominated for JUNO Awards and honoured with two Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards, Silla’s work celebrates Inuit excellence: grounded in tradition, yet constantly evolving.

In 2025, they returned with a double album concept: Inua, featuring traditional songs passed down for generations, and Sila is Boss, a bold reimagining that blends electronic, hard rock, spoken word, and post-industrial sounds into a contemporary expression of ancient voice.

• Winner Inuit Group of the Year, Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards - Silla and Rise (2021)
• Winner Artistic Video of the Year, Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards - Silla and Rise (2021)
• Nominated World Music Album of the Year, Juno Awards - Silla and Rise: Galactic Gala (2019)
• Winner Stingray Rising Stars Award - Silla and Rise (2018)
• Nominated Indigenous Album of the Year, Juno Awards - Silla and Rise: Debut (2017)
• Nominated Best Inuit, Indigenous Language, or Francophone Album, Indigenous Music Awards - Silla and Rise: Debut (2017)