stella standingbear

Fresh off her debut on the Billboard charts, Stella Standingbear is rapidly emerging as one of the most exciting rising voices in hip-hop. The first Lakota artist to win two historic awards at the 2023 Indigenous Hip-Hop Awards, she is an independent Recording Academy artist and two-time Native American Music Award (NAMMY) winner, with a devoted following of over 500,000 across social media.

Born in Salt Lake City, Stella’s blend of melodic alt-rap, R&B, and pop has captivated audiences across North America. She has been traveling non-stop throughout the U.S. and Canada, reaching tens of millions worldwide through sold-out shows and viral moments like her hit remix “SKODEN,” which gained massive traction on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Her single “Pray 4 U” was picked up by MTV Spankin’ New, while Apple Music championed the track across key editorial playlists—showcasing her crossover appeal and growing industry recognition.

Stella Standingbear’s latest 2025 single, “Mmhmm,” is making waves across North America, with spins on Revolt TV, MTV, radio stations, and in gyms nationwide. The high-energy pop-rap/hip-hop anthem continues to build on Stella’s unstoppable momentum, amplifying her reach and solidifying her status as a rising A-list artist in both Indigenous and mainstream music spaces.

Stella is currently headlining her “Off The Rez Tour,” a multi-city run across North America showcasing her high-energy performances, cultural authenticity, and rapidly growing fanbase. The tour is building strong buzz in major markets and reinforcing her reputation as a must-see live act.

She recently made history performing live at the Phoenix Suns halftime show, reaching over 20,000 fans in person and millions more on ESPN and national broadcast. She also broke new ground on On The Radar Radio, performing alongside traditional dancers—bringing Indigenous representation into a modern hip-hop platform in a powerful way. Featured in Teen Vogue, Hot97, and DAZED, her catalog spans multiple genres, including hits like “Home Runs,” which reached #1 on the NCI FM Indigenous Music Countdown (SiriusXM), cementing her position as a trailblazer in both Indigenous and mainstream music.