Music

Biography

Ronnie Verl & the Wallbangers are celebrating the release of their debut album, Mostly Drinking Songs. Singer Ronnie Verl has been a writer for more than 40 years, crafting songs with the late Shad O’Shea for Fraternity Records and also contributing comedy bits to former radio icon Gary Burbank, among other projects. Mostly Drinking Songs is a collection of songs written over the past several years and, while there are some humorous moments, the nine-track release is loaded some seriously well-crafted vintage Country. The Wallbangers feature Bryant’s son, Dusty (a local musician with his group The Dusty Bryant Band), wife Paula and a cast of local music all-stars.

Jona Da King is a hip-hop artist from Toronto, Ontario; based in Edmonton, Alberta. His sound has a diverse twist, and an old-school feel that tips the hat off to industry icons such as Nat King Cole, Little Richard,  J Hus, Flipp Dinero, Tory Lanez, Summer walker, Brent Faiyaz, Drake,  StormyZ  only to mention but a few. Jona developed a sound inspired by other influences, ranging from old-time jazz, down to rock, pop, and everything in between.

His tracks have a unique sound, which sets the bar higher in terms of passion and performance excellence. His voice embodies soul and truth, and his sound connects with listeners of all backgrounds.