Hidden Gems: Blue Boy wus

In 2002, Ron Sexsmith released an album, entitled Cobblestone Runway. Having heard onl a handful of songs off this release, I would specu- late that it is an excellent album. I can only speculate because I refuse to listen to it in its entirety. The reason? - | can’t imagine a more touching record than Blue Boy (2001). Excluding two or three weak tracks toward the record’s con- clusion, Blue Boy maintains a

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

consistent mood using a range of styles. Songs such as “Thirsty Love” and “Tell Me Again” are expertly concise and flow effortlessly into one another. Ron’s thick and hum- ble vocal style might_remind the Canadian music fan of a more reserved (but no less brilliant) Gordon Lightfoot. The 3-minute stories woven by Sexsmith can seem light at first glance. However, it takes only a few more listens to see

Ung | NSDips tion

LEADERSHIP

Millennium Les bourses Scholarships aly du millénaire

the heart underneath these melodic ribs. With Blue Boy, Sexsmith creates an album that deems subject matter unimpor- tant and rewards the careful listener handsomely. And to be clear, I am better looking than Mr. Sexsmith.

8.9/10

Did Wou Know?

In 1894 the president of the Royal Society, Lord Kelvin, prophesied that radio had no future. Worldwide there are 2,24 billion radio sets. Today, there are more than 33,000 radio sta- tions around the world.

Maybe one day there can be one at UPEI?

Do you have what it takes to win a millennium excellence award?

We're looking for a rare combination. Someone who's an inspiring leader, an innovative thinker, and who's involved in his or her community. Someone who wants to make the world a better place for all the right reasons. And someone who, through it all, manages good grades. If this sounds like the stuff you're made of, you could be on your way to an award worth $4,000 to $10,000. If you’re in your first year of a diploma or certificate program, or second year of a bachelor _ degree program, find out more about the award at www.awardforexcellence.ca. :

INNOVATION

www.awardforexcellence.ca

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

UPEI Cadre March 9, 2004 page 20

‘ ¢ wie Faded