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The 2015 Montreal International Jazz Festival – Outdoor Shows and Interviews

The Jazz Festival is getting underway very soon … This year’s Festival is dedicated to B. B King. Click on the images below to hear interviews with some of the artists performing outdoors this year.       To see a full list of the Outdoor and Indoor Programs Click Here!</span> Stay Tuned for a Lot of Great Interviews ! Thanks for Listening !   … Continue reading The 2015 Montreal International Jazz Festival – Outdoor Shows and Interviews

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Herb Alpert; Staying ‘In the Mood’ After All These Years. Part One, Two and Three

Herb Alpert was one of the most successful men in the history of music … Then – along with partner Jerry Moss, Herb Alpert created one of the most industrious and fruitful record companies in the history of the music business.  A & M Records was designed to house artists in an environment which catered to their individual creativity. Herb Alpert believes to this day … Continue reading Herb Alpert; Staying ‘In the Mood’ After All These Years. Part One, Two and Three

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Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview and What’s Happening in Montreal !

The Jazz Festival is coming real soon !   One of the highlights will be the first presentation of The B. B. King Award. Legendary Bluesman James Cotton will receive the award and stay tuned for my interview with James on June the 2nd. Please listen below to a preview of some of the shows, where to buy tickets and some musical samples. Also – hear … Continue reading Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview and What’s Happening in Montreal !

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Steve Rowe Lets His Guitar Do the Talkin’ ….

It’s been a while since Steve Rowe’s older brother inspired him to play guitar. Forty – five years – give or take a lick … Listen below as Steve speaks about his new CD, his album launch and many other subjects relating to his long and storied Blues’ career. Steve?     Visit Steve Here!                   Continue reading Steve Rowe Lets His Guitar Do the Talkin’ ….

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The BlueBell Sisters – Old School Music Done Right!

Sisters can do weird things … Sometimes, good things may happen. Such is the case with The BlueBell Sisters. A trio of ladies (with a brother tossed into the mix) singing songs that people love. The entire act is a romp into the past with ties to Wanda Jackson, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis. Add some infectious energy during live shows and voila ! Priceless … Continue reading The BlueBell Sisters – Old School Music Done Right!

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Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy Are ‘ The One (s) …’

When the words ‘ All in the Family ‘ are bandied about – usually, it is a general term.  Not in Natalie Macmaster and Donnell Leahy’s case. Along with six children who tour and ‘ learn ‘ with Mom and Dad, theirs truly is ‘ a family affair’ … Please listen below as Donnell explains the new album with his wife ( their first) and how having the … Continue reading Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy Are ‘ The One (s) …’

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Ask Dave the Bartender; What is The Best Hockey Song Ever and Various Other Lies and Innuendo .​.​.

Dave the Bartender is not always at his post … Sometimes – he can be found two blocks away sleeping in an alley. That’s neither here nor there… Invisible sometimes but never void of musical knowledge –  Dave the Bartender answers your musical questions with his usual flare … Dave? The Bartender?   May 16th at Le Pionnier! Rockin’ for Chloe! Donate Here!     … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; What is The Best Hockey Song Ever and Various Other Lies and Innuendo .​.​.

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Howlin’ with the Best Young Rock n Roll Band in Canada!

Remember the name Devon Coyote … A trio from Kelowna B.C. Three guys who will knock your socks off in every way possible. Name a genre and chances are somewhere within their music – that sound will come out. In the midst of a three month tour – Devon Coyote are a force to be taken seriously in the Canadian Music Scene. Devon? What’s up? … Continue reading Howlin’ with the Best Young Rock n Roll Band in Canada!

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Ben Racine – Playin’ the Blues ‘Cause He Loves It!

The Ben Racine Band are playing at the Tremblant Blues Festival this summer. They earned it.   ‘A Grand New Brew’ is their latest and second offering in CD form. Capturing the sound of Chicago and New Orleans’ Blues combined with a little Funkiness – the disc is a planned love affair between guitar and horns. Please listen below as Ben Racine explains the lethal … Continue reading Ben Racine – Playin’ the Blues ‘Cause He Loves It!

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Her Name is ‘Laila’ – She Ain’t No Showgirl … !

Laila Biali is a Jazz pianist …     Her talent has led her into a world most would dream of … Sting, Paula Cole and Suzanne Vega’s worlds. Now – following a new turn in her career – Laila is releasing something different. Jazz will return yet for now – A Radiance Project is the flavor of the day.   Laila?       … Continue reading Her Name is ‘Laila’ – She Ain’t No Showgirl … !

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What’s Coming in Montreal and On Rick Keene Music Scene

Lots to do, as usual, in Montreal … Most Importantly is a Fundraiser for Baby Chloe ! Click Here for information and head to Le Pionnier on May 16th to Rock for Chloe !   Please listen below to what’s coming on Rick Keene Music Scene as well as in Montreal in the next few days.     Beirut kicks off the Festival! Montreal, Tuesday, May 5, … Continue reading What’s Coming in Montreal and On Rick Keene Music Scene

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Rocky Dawuni – Reggae for Mankind …

Rocky Dawuni has rubbed shoulders with a few ‘ stars’ … Bono, Peter Gabriel and Stevie Wonder.  A trio of musicians who apply their popularity for the good of humankind. Now – Ghana native Rocky Dawuni can be added to that select group. Please listen below and discover why …? Rocky? Visit Rocky Here! Continue reading Rocky Dawuni – Reggae for Mankind …

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