THe Natchez Democrat

Nearly every Thursday throughout the year is a night to celebrate at Ramada Inn&8217;s Skyline lounge. Any willing participant can feel like a rock star from behind a karaoke microphone.

D.J. Bobby D. plays music ranging in decades and style including plenty of country, hip hop, hard rock and maybe even a little Frank Sinatra or Elvis.

There are the seasoned karaoke regulars who really know how to belt a tune. Then there are the brave newcomers to the attraction, which sometimes need to gather a little extra bravery from what the bar has to offer.

Most of the crowd will not step up to the mike, but many will dance and most will share plenty of laughs among friends. Newlyweds Daniel and Stacey Baker held each other tight and slow danced to Garth Brooks, &8220;The Dance.&8221; Robert Atwood was shocked when he bumped into Mark Crane, a good friend he had lost touch with about two years ago.

Keeping old friendships alive, making new friends or kindling romance helps keep karaoke night alive at the Skyline Lounge. Sitting along the bar or at a table is to be surrounded by music and laughter. The entertainment begins at 8 p.m. every Thursday.