Rain didn't dampen the spirits of people and entertainers gathered at the third annual Komasket Music Festival, Aug. 20-22nd.
  The party on the Westside of Okanagan Lake featured 140 artists from as far away as Cuba, Nevada and California, performing along with local native and non-native groups.
  They came together in the spirit of unity to perform in Komasket Park on the Okanagan Indian Reserve, a traditional place for First Nation's pow wows and other gatherings. 
  Many sought shelter underneath the kekuli, a traditional circular shaded arena, when the rain came down. However the musicians must have struck a chord, because people eventually ventured from underneath the protection to soak up the sound and dance bare feet, arms flailing, as if at a revival meeting.
  One artist who traveled up the coast from San Francisco with her guitar in hand was singer-songwriter Mica Lee Williams.
  Taking her place on the small stage Saturday night ‹ tarps hanging on the speakers and PA to prevent any electrical mishaps ‹ Williams launched into what could be best described as a sunny session of original material.
Obviously comfortable whether playing on a street corner or on a stage in front of drenched music worshippers, Williams launched into a one-hour set, mixing the guitar-playing savvy of Ani di Franco with the songwriting genius of Joni Mitchell.
Comparisons aside, the songwriter added her own inflection with her sweet voice to make the music uniquely hers.
  "I think that far too many soon forget the sound of their own laughter. Far too quickly we move swiftly towards the ever after. But I will stake my claim and I will find the rapture,"  sang Williams in her song, A Life Profound, which was a finalist for the VH1 Song of the Year in May. Williams has a knack for weaving her words in a very personal and comprehensive manner.
  If only life could be that clear.
  At the end of the set, the former Boston resident seemed pleased with the reaction she received. She praised the audience, and Canadians in general, for their warm reception and willingness to come out and celebrate unity, even in the pouring rain.