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NEeMA; Leaving the Light On …Part Two

In my interview conclusion with NEeMA, we discuss her experiences and role working with the native people in Wekweeti (Snare Lake), a small isolated Aboriginal community north of Yellowknife where she was the First Nation’s Band Manager until October 2001. She then continued working for the Dogrib Treaty 11 Council assisting in the Tlicho land claim and self-government negotiations. She has now completed a live album … Continue reading NEeMA; Leaving the Light On …Part Two

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NEeMA; Leaving the Light On …

Talk about friends in high places … The Dalai Lama? Mother Teresa? Leonard Cohen …? Three highly influential and spiritual people NEeMA has rubbed shoulders with in her relatively  short life. Jealous yet …? Please listen as NEeMA explains how she met Mr. Cohen and what type of individual he really is. Then, this Egyptian / Lebanese beauty enlightens us on her live album due … Continue reading NEeMA; Leaving the Light On …

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9th Edition of The Blues Camp

9th edition of the Free Blues Camp The Blues Camp presented by TDlaunches a new website for its 9th edition! And here’s the perfect reason to head there right away: it’s time for all young Québec musicians aged 13-17 to register for auditions for the chance to participate in our renownedfree once-in-a-lifetime week-long musical project! The day camp,presented as part of the Festival international de Jazz de Montréal, once again welcomes about fifty teens who will have the opportunity to revel in and refine their … Continue reading 9th Edition of The Blues Camp

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Steve Marriner; Monkeys Don’t Talk Junk!

Imagine …! Three albums into a new career and your band is nominated for six Maple Blues Awards. Amazing stuff for a trio out of Ottawa, Canada. Imagine winning five awards out of the six nominations. Incredible and just plain mind-altering. For Monkey Junk – an imagination is not needed. The six nominations and five wins are very much reality for the boys who carry … Continue reading Steve Marriner; Monkeys Don’t Talk Junk!

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Steve Hill’s Second Volume; Almost perfect …

Blues guitarist extraordinaire Steve Hill, finally finished his Solo Recordings Volume Two. The disc took two years to make. It was worth the wait! Please listen below as Steve talks about the new album, the old (er) album and the state of the Blues in Quebec. Steve is currently on tour with Matt Anderson and Kim Churchill. Check out Steve’s site for all the info. … Continue reading Steve Hill’s Second Volume; Almost perfect …

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Paul DesLauriers; ‘ Music Chooses You …’

The Paul DesLauriers Band released an new album yesterday ( day of the interview). A self-titled effort which was done with pure love … Thursday – the 20th of March, sees an official launch at Bistro a Jo Jo on St. Laurent blvd. in Montreal. If you enjoy Rock n Roll, Blues and a talented trio of musicians … pack your bags and head on … Continue reading Paul DesLauriers; ‘ Music Chooses You …’

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The Stone Doctors Fight Autism; Part Two

Dr. Ian Dickey of The Stone Doctors – talks about his knowledge of autism and some more Stones. Francine Boyer – Baldoni also enlightens us with what it is like to be a Mother raising a child with autism. April 5th – Mayfair tavern in Pte Claire. A great cause with a great bunch of guys who sing great tunes. A no-brainer … Ian? Francine? … Continue reading The Stone Doctors Fight Autism; Part Two

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The Stone Doctors Fight Autism; Part One

The Stone Doctors – led by Ian Dickey, take one charity at a time … This Rolling Stones cover band never play unless it is for a cause. Made up of doctors, lawyers and other professionals – the band use their love of the Stones to earn money for causes such as Chords for Cure. A benefit in the States which raises money for Cancer … Continue reading The Stone Doctors Fight Autism; Part One

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Jordan Officer; Free For a While …

Jordan Officer has got the blues.That’s a good thing! Following a career that has seen him be the producer, arranger and guitar player within the Suzie Arioli Band – Jordan has returned to his first love; The Blues … Off he went to New York City where – in two days, he recorded what may be the best Blues album to come from a Montrealer … Continue reading Jordan Officer; Free For a While …

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Sarah Slean is On T.V.

Sarah Hope Slean (born 21 June 1977 in Pickering, Ontario) is a Canadian singer-songwriter, musician, poet, visual artist and occasional actress. She has released eleven albums to date (including EPs and live albums). She has been on television. Saturday night – she will be again. After all, Everybody is on T.V. – right? Please listen below as Sarah explains the meaning behind the above-mentioned song title as well as her upcoming television appearance. She … Continue reading Sarah Slean is On T.V.

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