Category: Blues

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Victor Wainright – Fast Becoming Quebec’s New Darling !

Some would say Boogie Woogie piano playing is becoming a lost art. In Canada, Michael Kaeshammer is carrying on the tradition although Michael is not purely Boogie Woogie. This is where Victor Wainwright fits in. Along with his band The Wildroots, Victor is introducing the Boogie Woogie piano to Quebec in an increasingly intense fashion. Saturday evening in Terrebonne at the Theatre du Vieux-Terrebonne ( … Continue reading Victor Wainright – Fast Becoming Quebec’s New Darling !

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Justin Saladino ‘Teaches’ us ‘No Worries’ …

Justin Saladino is part of a new generation of Blues’ artists in Montreal. The difference is Justin is not only learning – he is teaching as well. A pair of traits which can only lead to bigger and brighter things.   Please listen below as Justin talks about his new EP, teaching, learning and playing guitar.   Justin? What’s up?   Visit Justin Here ! … Continue reading Justin Saladino ‘Teaches’ us ‘No Worries’ …

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Andria Simone – ‘Evolving’ Into Tremblant Blues Festival

Andria Simone speaks her mind. A breath of fresh air to go along with her golden voice. Please listen below as Andria speaks on the state of the music business, some of her influences and what to expect on April 9th at Mont Tremblant Blues Festival.    Listen to a few tunes from her new album Evolve as well.   Andria?      Visit Andria … Continue reading Andria Simone – ‘Evolving’ Into Tremblant Blues Festival

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Michael Kaeshammer – ‘The Pianist’ !

Michael Kaeshammer is known as a premiere showman. It did not start out that way … Please listen below as Michael speaks of his first solo recording ‘The Pianist’ and the reasons behind it.   Also – Discover some thoughtful insights into the music business and the mind of one of the best pianists in Canada!   Michael?   Visit Michael Here !   Buy … Continue reading Michael Kaeshammer – ‘The Pianist’ !

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The Record Breakers; The Kids are Allright !

Some may call them a novelty act. Others may dismiss these teenagers as ‘cute.’   If The Record Breakers’ first EP is any indication, the band will be around a long time~ Please listen below as Hayden, Bella, Devan and Julian talk about their album and look for their keyboard player Michael. Guys? What’s up?   Visit The Record Breakers Here !       … Continue reading The Record Breakers; The Kids are Allright !

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Matt Anderson is … an ‘Honest Man’.

Matt Anderson has shared the stage with some pretty big names. B.B. King, Randy Bachman – to name a couple. Please listen below as Matt talks about his new album; Honest Man. A collection of tunes ripe with Blues, Folk, Country and Rock. In other words; real music.   Matt? What’s up?     Check out Matt Here !     Continue reading Matt Anderson is … an ‘Honest Man’.

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New Angel Forrest feat. Steve Hill, The Record Breakers, Cat Empire, Stone Doctors Benefit and George ..

Interviews and tunes – a whole lot of both coming up on Rick Keene Music Scene … Please listen below to a preview of next week and hear some old and new tunes from old and young alike.   Thanks for listening ! Talk soon …           Continue reading New Angel Forrest feat. Steve Hill, The Record Breakers, Cat Empire, Stone Doctors Benefit and George ..

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Juno Award Winner Steve Hill Talks Volumes!

 Steve Hill has come a long way … Starting with his Solo Recordings Volume One out of necessity, Steve’s one-man band mentality has become the talk of the country.    Please listen below as Steve talks about his latest offering Solo Recordings Volume Three, his new-found success and his guitars of choice.   Thanks for listening ! Talk soon !           Continue reading Juno Award Winner Steve Hill Talks Volumes!

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