THANK YOU to All for making the 2021 Festival a Smashing Success.

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Bringing World-Class Hit Songwriters to Penticton, BC

So Much More Than Your Average Concert

97 South Song Sessions is a magical music performance event, where you’ll hear the stories behind the songs that make up the soundtrack of your life. Award-winning songwriters and recording artists come together to perform and share tales of the creative journey that inspired their hit songs.

The result is an intimate show that is variously touching and humorous and guaranteed to be unforgettable.

Respectful of Covid-19 etiquettes, we have specifically chosen venues that accommodate the health and safety recommendations of the province of British Columbia.

Tickets are limited to abide by public gathering and social distancing protocols.

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2021 Performers

GORD BAMFORD

Alberta - Multi Award Winning Singer/Songwriter, #1 Hits - Dive Bar & When Your Lips Are So Close (Gord Bamford)

ALAN FREW

Toronto - Grammy nominated, Juno Award winning, multi-platinum Singer/Songwriter, Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone) & Someday (Glass Tiger)

MARC JORDAN

Toronto – Multiple Platinum Artist/Songwriter – Marina Del Rey (Marc Jordan) and Rhythm of My Heart (Rod Stewart)

MADDISON KREBS

Okotoks, AB. - Unstoppable Rising Star. Amazing new Single "Younger Brothers"

JESSICA MITCHELL

Toronto - Award Winning Singer/Songwriter - Somebody Gonna Get Hurt (Jessica Mitchell), Courage (Celine Dion) and Workin' on Whiskey (Trisha Yearwood)

TIM NICHOLS

Nashville - Grammy Winner - Live Like You Were Dying (Tim McGraw)

NEIL OSBORNE

Vancouver - Lead Singer of 54•40 - Hits include I Go Blind and Ocean Pearl

BRYAN POTVIN

Nova Scotia - 8x Juno Nominated Singer/Songwriter - Lead Singer of The Northern Pikes - Hits include She Ain't Pretty

DAVE RAVE

Hamilton, Ontario - Lead Singer of Legendary CDN Rock Band Teenage Head - Hits include Some Kinda Fun & Let’s Shake

JEFF TROTT

Award-winning writer of If It Makes You Happy & Everyday is a Winding Road (Sheryl Crow)

PAUL McGUIRE (Host)

Toronto - Award Winning Broadcaster - The Paul McGuire Show

VALERIA TAIT

Guest Host

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Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Penticton is situated in one of the hottest regions in Canada. Often called “Napa North” and the “Tuscany of Canada,” the surrounding area boasts hundreds of world-class wineries, wonderful lakefront accommodations, exceptional farm-to-table dining, spectacular outdoor adventures, and several beautiful beaches to relax the day away.

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Kind Words

I’ve always loved music, but getting to hear the stories behind some of my favorite songs was a once in a lifetime experience I will remember forever.

Alice M. - Kelowna, BC

Like a Nova Scotian kitchen party, we were intimately engaged by the musicians. They were skilled entertainers who told amazing stories, all while performing chart-topping songs. One of the best musical events I have ever attended. We’ve already got our 2021 festival passes!

Val T. - Naramata, BC

I was blown away by 97 South Song Sessions! We were as equally entertained with the stories behind the music as the music itself. An experience that had us laughing and enjoying #1 hit songs in a whole new way. Can’t wait for the 2021 festival!

KerriJo S. - Sylvan Lake, AB

My wife and I attended the first 97 South Song Sessions in 2019. The setting was great! The stories were entertaining and it was fantastic to learn the background of the hit songs we heard throughout the night. An enjoyable experience with great people and great music. Looking forward to attending again.

Larry B. – Penticton, BC