Entertainment

The Beatles meet the Tragically Hip is the best way to describe the sound projected on Luke Jackson’s third album, “Luke Jackson…and Then Some” which hit shelves on Nov. 4.

It’s my job to write, but some experiences can’t accurately be put into words. That’s how I felt after attending the Amigos sing-a-long at the Centennial Centre for mental health and brain injury.

Does the name Jagger Cook sound familiar? If not, it’s a name you’re probably going to be hearing a lot of after the highly successful release of his debut album “All Our Hands are Dirty.”

The only country music artist in my personal CD collection is Garth Brooks, but after listening to Tracy Millar’s sophomore album “I’m Not That Girl Anymore”, that may just have to change.

Members of Ponoka laughed and learned during a well-delivered speech at the Ponoka Kinsmen Community Centre on Sept. 30. The Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce hosted a special presentation titled 13 Ways to Kill Your Community led by MLA Doug Griffiths.

Reading can be fun and Diamond Willow Middle School proved that by inviting author Lorna Shultz Nicholson as a guest speaker on Oct. 28.

Deep, poetic and artistic are just some of the ways to describe Canadian singer/songwriter Daniela Nardi’s new album

Ryan Neilson’s first solo album, Four Walls, is original, inspiring and carefree. The young 22 year old Nova Scotian singer and musician’s music is light, fun and simple. The playful melodies capture your attention and you are left with wondering what the next song will bring.

The sweet melodies of old time gospels songs were celebrated at the Ponoka Senior’s Drop In Centre on Aug. 31. Approximately 30 people gathered in the auditorium for an evening of entertainment, fellowship and song.

Canadian Country Music Awards best new group nominee Hey Romeo hit Ponoka on Aug 21.