Rick Keene Music Scene Presents; Ask Dave the Bartender

We have all been there … Sitting at a bar, spilling our troubles or asking advice from the guy who pours our poison. It’s an age old ritual. Sometimes – people ask questions and I do not have the answer. What better person to demand help than – Dave the Bartender. Please listen as this former Montreal-er (exiled to Toronto), delivers the answers to questions … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents; Ask Dave the Bartender

Megan Bonnell – One Chance for a First Impression …

Ontario-born Megan Bonnell speaks of her debut album with love. ‘Hunt and Chase’ was her introduction to having her songs produced with precision. Please listen as she talks about that process as well as songwriting and a trip –  ‘down the rabbit hole ‘ ? Megan …?   Visit Megan Right Here!           Continue reading Megan Bonnell – One Chance for a First Impression …

Montreal Radio Legend Marc ‘Mais Oui’ Denis Remembers The Beatles!

Once upon a time – Montreal radio was the place to be … Heck, once upon a time, music was the place to be. Especially in the early sixties when The Beatles took the world by the scruff of the neck and made radio fun again. Please listen as Marc gives some anecdotes  on the eve of the 50th anniversary of The Beatles playing in … Continue reading Montreal Radio Legend Marc ‘Mais Oui’ Denis Remembers The Beatles!

Marcus Cahill ‘Imagines’ The Beatles …

There is a huge difference between being someone and paying homage to someone. Marcus Cahill – a resident of Australia, knows the feeling well.     Marcus has been doing his John Lennon Tribute; Imagine – The Tribute, for one hundred years. For him, playing at the Cavern Club more times than The Beatles themselves – makes a few years seem very long indeed. Please … Continue reading Marcus Cahill ‘Imagines’ The Beatles …

The Global Sound of Global Shuffle – Grand Fatilla Album Launch; Part One and Two

Boston -based world Jazz ensemble Grand Fatilla have been entertaining audiences for six years.  It’s about time for an album. Due to popular demand – the foursome recorded their album ‘Global Shuffle’. A disc containing all styles with the utmost respect given to the original genre. Please listen to Mike, Roberto and Fabio discuss the new album and what they are all about … Guys? … Continue reading The Global Sound of Global Shuffle – Grand Fatilla Album Launch; Part One and Two

Robert Stefan; To Afghanistan with Love …

Ste. Anne de Bellevue resident Robert Stefan is no stranger to success …   Having five top ten French singles on the charts from his debut album to working with former April Wine guitarist Gary Moffet – Robert has seen a lot. Nothing  prepared him for a rendez-vous with a soldier.   Please listen below as Robert talks of many things including working with the … Continue reading Robert Stefan; To Afghanistan with Love …

What’s Coming on Rick Keene Music Scene …

Wuz up? What’s happening? What’s going on? A good question – especially if you are a music lover …   I have some interviews coming with two new artists and the singer of a great new Jazz outfit out of Massachusetts. All in all – something for everyone. Thanks for listening, have a great week and remember – keep your headphones on unless you are … Continue reading What’s Coming on Rick Keene Music Scene …

The Slacks; Montreal’s Oldest / Newest Rock Band

Once upon a time … Men like Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley were dominating the musical landscape. They were the ‘kings’ of Rock n Roll. Teenagers were screaming, crying and tossing various items of clothes toward stages filled with energy. Parents were appalled. Priests tossed their hands into the air to combat the ‘devil music’ which possessed so many teenagers. Fast forward … Continue reading The Slacks; Montreal’s Oldest / Newest Rock Band