The future is bright. New tunes are being released daily from Canada and around the world. All it takes is a little legwork to find them. New music creates wonderment and is a welcome oasis – a vacation from the troubles that surround you. Please enjoy some new tunes below as you build on the past. Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – New Music To Ensure Growth
Jazz is in the air. Saturday, November 7th & Sunday, November 8th Starting at 5:00pm EST The show is set to go on: Toronto’s acclaimed Kensington Market Jazz Festival has announced the first lineup of artists set for feature in their first-ever virtual edition this November 7th and 8th — including Jackie Richardson, Joe Sealy, Dave Young, Robi Botos, Mike Downes, Larnell, Billy Newton-Davis, and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Toronto’s Kensington Market Jazz Festival Announces 2020 Virtual Festival Lineup
Finding a treasure takes creativity. Not everything that is in your face is as valuable as it appears. Behind the scenes, under the covers – is where the magic happens. Please listen below to the Album of the Week and find out how to make money as a musician. Visit The Thick Here Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Album of the Week !
‘May as well jump!’ In the wake of Eddie Van Halen’s death, the above lyrics could not be more fitting. When life deals you lemons and viruses – what else can you do? Music heals and is a welcome oasis. A vacation from the troubles that surround you. Please dance to some tunes below as you digest the craziness of the world. Also find out … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Dancing Those Covid Blues Away
A concert unlike any other. How often do you get to see the likes of John Scofield, Christian McBride and Ravi Coltrane on the same night? Add eleven more of the finest Jazz artists on the circuit and the entire night is hosted by Dee Dee Bridgewater? Please click on the link below and buy a ticket to a virtual experience you will never forget … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Watch One of The Finest Music Shows in History ! Jazz for America !
Sometimes – treasure is discovered. Canadian Americana folk-country rocker Jeff Gay is looking way up in his new album, Stargazer. The single “XOXO” — featuring multi-award winning singer/songwriter Christina Martin; available now. Please listen below to the album of the week and find out how to make money as a musician. Visit Jeff Here Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Album of the Week !
Music done right is music done right. Howard Gladstone‘s voice is needed desperately amid these troubling times. In a world filled with catchy loops and fabricated sounds dominating the record charts – a conscience is required to keep things grounded. The Album ‘The Promise’, Gladstone’s sixth release, does just that. With different sensibilities and poignant lyrics – Gladstone just may be Canada’s most recent version … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Howard Gladstone’s New Album ‘The Promise’ Provides Sunshine Through Dark Clouds
Influences come out eventually. Jack De Keyzer, two time Juno Award winner and seven time Maple Blues Award winner has gained a lot of knowledge. Playing with the likes of Etta James and Bo Diddley. Hanging out with B.B. King. First hand education combined with musical thirst has made Jack into one of Canada’s most respected guitar players and songwriters. Please listen below to my … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Jack De Keyzer Pays ‘Tribute’ on Latest Album
There are guitar players and there are guitar players. If I had to choose one Van Halen song. One tune which I recall as the first I heard from the original lineup. Runnin’ With The Devil, for me, best exemplifies the sound of Van Halen and the distinct guitar playing of Eddie. There are many bands with more hits and a greater creative catalogue. Once … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Paying Homage to Eddie Van Halen.
The music business is in trouble. Before Covid reared it’s ugly head, the music industry was wobbling in recent years. Too many people have grown up thinking music is free. Through no fault of their own – recent music fans and even older ones have been taught to listen and download tunes at little or no cost. Cd or album sales, once upon a time … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Odiance; A Live-stream Site Created to Help Musicians
Privacy is a growing concern. Apps, tracking and location on all our ‘essential’ devices are making it difficult to take a necessary pause from reality. Music creates peace and is a welcome oasis – a vacation from the troubles that surround you. Please enjoy some tunes below as you digest the craziness of the world around you. Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – New Tunes Under The Cone of Silence
Sometimes – treasure is discovered. Shemekia Copleland delivers not only vocal prowess on her new album ‘Uncivil War’ – she sends poignant social statements to a world and country that sorely need it. Please listen below to the album of the week and find out how to make money as a musician. Visit Shemekia Here Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Album of the Week !
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