Jay Semko was born in Saskatoon and has lived most of his life in and around the city. He is the bassist/vocalist with multiple JUNO Award nominees and Western Canadian Music Hall of Fame members The Northern Pikes, and has composed music scores for numerous film and TV productions, including the classic syndicated series, “Due South”. As an award-winning singer/songwriter, Jay has co-written and recorded with many of the best writers and musicians in music, and in 2021 his first book, “The Poetry & Lyrics of Jay Semko”, was published. In 2023 Jay was presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal for his contributions to the arts and mental health advocacy in Saskatchewan. Jay continues to tour across Canada with the Northern Pikes and as a solo artist, sharing his songs, stories and adventures from his life in music and beyond, and is currently at work on his next book and album. http://www.jaysemko.com
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