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Tishmal

Season 10 Episode 1003 | 56m 46s

Tishmal is a solo project of Rachel Brockbank, a San Diego native currently living in New York City. Tishmal means hummingbird in Luiseño, the language of her Native American heritage. The name was given to her as a young girl, around the same time she began to seriously compose. Highlights from her performance include songs like “Underneath” and “You’re Afraid.”

Aired: 11/08/19
BackStage Pass Season 10 is made possible with financial support from MSU Federal Credit Union and by viewers like you. Additional production support is provided by Zaytoon Mediterranean Grill, Homewood Suites by Hilton, and MessageMakers.
Extras
Have a dance party in your living room with Michigan musician Tunde Olaniran
Soothe your soul with the musical musings of Willy Tea Taylor
Lighten your mood with electronic singer Tishmal and her song "Heavy."
Chase away those clouds with Joe Hertler and the Rainow Seekers and their song "Old Love."
Feeling so isolated you could scream? Shout along with Jesse Ray & The Carolina Catfish
Keep calm and remember "Everything...Everything is going be alright!"
Remember when life was simpler? Hit "Rewind" with the electronic pop of SIAS.
"Stuck at home with the family driving you crazy? Try being in a band with them!
Take a break with the soothing sounds of Jack & The Bones and their song "Sideshow."
Artist and activist Tunde Olanarian leads a high-energy show featuring dancers and choir.