Rick Keene Music Scene – The Lamb Layed Down in Montreal

The Musical Box were in Montreal last night and the year was 1974. They played their version of Genesis’ most creative era and perhaps; Genesis’ most creative album. The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway disc was the version of Genesis which catered toward the artsy fartsy crowd. Quebec and Montreal especially catered the sound, the look and feel of Gabriel and his mates. Denis Gagne, … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Lamb Layed Down in Montreal

Rick Keene Music Scene – Blue Rodeo; Welcoming a Long Lost Friend.

Which band represents Canada the most? At one time it was The Guess Who scrapping with The Band for the number one position. Rush then claimed the title and in later years wrestled with The Tragically Hip for claim to the throne. With both The Hip and Rush gone – one band owns the right to be Canada’s ambassadors. Blue Rodeo. If you think of … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Blue Rodeo; Welcoming a Long Lost Friend.

Rick Keene Music Scene – Bassist Tony Levin Talks Chapman Stick and Stick Men

Bowie, Gabriel, Lennon, King Crimson, Reed – A few of the names Tony Levin has worked with among hundreds of Others. The group Stick Men is Tony’s guilty pleasure – a project which allows more freedom to explore. A trio of Improvisation live and in studio. Visit Marshall Potts Here Please listen below to my chat with Tony Levin. Stick Men are in Montreal April … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Bassist Tony Levin Talks Chapman Stick and Stick Men

Rick Keene Music Scene – Author Tom Locke Talks Music History in New Book. Part Two

A nation’s culture resides in the hearts and in the soul of it’s people. Mahatma Gandhi Visit Marshall Potts Here Please listen below to Part Two of my chat with Tom Locke about his new book ; ‘Moments in Time’. A must buy for music fans . Visit Tom Here Tickets on sale for The Montreal International Jazz Festival – Here Visit La Festival de … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Author Tom Locke Talks Music History in New Book. Part Two

Rick Keene Music Scene – Author Tom Locke Talks Music History in New Book. Part One

A nation’s culture resides in the hearts and in the soul of it’s people. Mahatma Gandhi Visit Marshall Potts Here Please listen below to Part One of my chat with Tom Locke about his new book ; ‘Moments in Time’. A must read for music fans . Visit Tom Here Tickets on sale for The Montreal International Jazz Festival – Here Visit La Festival de … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Author Tom Locke Talks Music History in New Book. Part One

Rick Keene Music Scene – Thank God It’s Friday (It Is Friday, Isn’t It?)

Lots of shows and tunes ! Visit Marshall Potts Here Montreal and the world are opening up and the amount of live entertainment and new material is astounding. Please listen below to new tunes and concert news! Tickets on sale for The Montreal International Jazz Festival Noon Today – Here Visit La Festival de La Voix Here Visit The Juno Awards here for list of … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Thank God It’s Friday (It Is Friday, Isn’t It?)

Rick Keene Music Scene – The Simon and Garfunkel Story; A Review

Simon and Garfunkel were in Montreal last night. Sorta … Visit Marshall Potts Here The songs of Simon and Garfunkel were in Quebec last evening as part of The Simon and Garfunkel Story. Rock / Folk’s most successful songwriting duo showcased in a very interesting and entertaining fashion. To most people, Simon and Garfunkel are like Tupperware. Everyone knows about them, everybody likes them but … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Simon and Garfunkel Story; A Review

Rick Keene Music Scene – Canada’s Fastest Rising Star; Marshall Potts

A pause for the cause. Putting aside music for his children has made Marshall Potts a wiser human and a better songwriter. Visit Marshall Potts Here Please listen below to my chat with Marshall Potts and hear tracks from the album; The Storm. Visit Marshall Here Visit La Festival de La Voix Here Visit The Juno Awards here for list of all nominees and information. … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Canada’s Fastest Rising Star; Marshall Potts

Rick Keene Music Scene – Sue Foley; Nominated For a Juno Award for Blues Recording of the Year

Pinky’s Blues is the album. Pinky is the name of Sue’s guitar. They both have the Blues and that is a great thing. Visit Marshall Potts Here Please listen below to my chat with Sue Foley and hear tracks from the Juno nominated album; Pinky’s Blues. Visit Sue Here Visit La Festival de La Voix Here Visit The Juno Awards here for list of all … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Sue Foley; Nominated For a Juno Award for Blues Recording of the Year

Rick Keene Music Scene – The ‘Legendary’ Barney Bentall is a Cosmic Dreamer on New Album

Sometimes one path leads to another . Starting as a front-man, Barney Bentall is now a musical troubadour. Representing Canada proudly and properly. Visit Marshall Potts Here Please listen below to my chat with Barney Bentall. Hear tracks from the new album; Cosmic Dreamer. Visit Barney Here Visit La Festival de La Voix Here Visit The Juno Awards here for list of all nominees and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The ‘Legendary’ Barney Bentall is a Cosmic Dreamer on New Album