Author: Rick Keene

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Who better to create a playlist than Montrealers? Please listen below to tunes sent in by listeners! If you enjoy Rick Keene Music Scene – … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Natalie MacMaster. ‘Spa’ Days Create Juno Nominated Albums. Who Knew?

Escaping love to encounter further love. Finding time to write and record music is no longer easy for Natalie MacMaster. Seven kids and a husband give her the joy she needs and wants yet as any musician knows; time is essential in delivering quality. Sketches is Natalie’s first solo record in eight years. Much to her surprise and delight, the album is nominated at this … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Natalie MacMaster. ‘Spa’ Days Create Juno Nominated Albums. Who Knew?

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Strangers in the Night’s Larry Day Talks Loverboy

“It takes generosity to discover the whole through others. Montreal’s largest charity event is all set for Edition Number Sixteen. From the parking lot of The Firm to Fairview Pte Claire and now to Pierrefonds; the event has raised millions of dollars and a lot of hair on the back of people’s necks. A chance to dine, to drink and to buy many items at the silent … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Strangers in the Night’s Larry Day Talks Loverboy

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete Blues Playlist; March 1st

The Blues Smoke Meat Pete shuts down for a month every year to recharge. From January 26th until March 6th the restaurant is closed. A Message from Melanie and Pete We would Like to take a moment to thank all of you for your support over the years and a special thank you to our hard working staff !!! We look forward to seeing you … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete Blues Playlist; March 1st

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Who better to create a playlist than Montrealers? Please listen below to tunes sent in by listeners! ThisIs2 Here Montreal En Lumiere Here If you … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

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Rick Keene Music Scene – What To Do If You or Your Spouse Has a Headache

Lots of shakin’ going on in Montreal the next couple of weeks. Why sit in and watch Netflix? Why watch a concert DVD when the real thing is a jump away? Live music can only bring joy to your existence. Joy to your soul. Check out some shows below you do not want to miss. Lord of the Rings Justin Saladino Caleb Taylor Nuite Blanche … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – What To Do If You or Your Spouse Has a Headache

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Dalannah Gail Bowen; ‘Looking Back’ and Forward

Some voices are not meant to be silent. Born of African-Canadian and Cherokee heritage, Bowen’s indisputable prowess as a prolific singer, songwriter, actress, playwright, storyteller, event producer, social activist, International Memphis Blues Awards semi-finalist and International Blues Hall of Fame Master Blues Artist has secured her standing as a fixture of the blues, rock and soul music-making scene for over 40 years. Dalannah‘s latest release, … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Dalannah Gail Bowen; ‘Looking Back’ and Forward

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Just Who Is Playing at Smoke Meat Pete’s Birthday Bash?

In the old days,it was called a Hoedown. People of all classes of life got together to celebrate and exercise their stress. Everything was left at home and the masses gathered for an evening of music, drink and food. March 7th will be a Hoedown. Smoke Meat Pete returns from a well earned vacation.The restaurant reopens and it is Pete’s Birthday. Smoke Meat, good folks … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Just Who Is Playing at Smoke Meat Pete’s Birthday Bash?

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Rick Keene Music Scene – The Black Crowes’ Steve Gorman Talks Drumming and His New Book

Hard to handle … Not only is the above title the name of a Black Crowes’ song and the title of drummer and Black Crowes’ co-founder Steve Gorman’s new book; it is also the best way to explain Rich and Chris Robinson. The book – Hard to Handle;The Life and Death of The Black Crowes is a story of many things. Rock n Roll, addiction, … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Black Crowes’ Steve Gorman Talks Drumming and His New Book

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Who better to create a playlist than Montrealers? Please listen below to tunes sent in by listeners! ThisIs2 Here Montreal En Lumiere Here If you … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Bif Naked Teaches Natural Healing Through Mona Lisa Healing

A survivor in many ways. Bif Naked is not what you think. She is not the bad ass woman in the videos or on stage. She is a self described nerd with a lot to say. Her educated opinion, along with music business street-smarts, makes her a survivor with plenty left in the tank. Breast cancer, heart surgery, and kidney failure have not stopped Bif … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Bif Naked Teaches Natural Healing Through Mona Lisa Healing

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Conversation with Liona Boyd

The word legendary gets tossed around without merit. Liona Boyd, Canada’s (and the world’s) First Lady of Guitar would be the first to agree. Humble and creatively unsatisfied is what propels the classical guitarist to not rest on her own legendary status. Instrumentalist, soloist and band member – Liona has done it all with remarkable flair. Kings,Queens, Princes and Princesses, the audiences which Boyd has … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Conversation with Liona Boyd

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