As the world is aware – Charlie Watts of The Rolling Stones has passed away. Drummer Jeff Simon of The Destroyers is one of those guys hit hard by Charlie’s loss. Charlie Watts for Jeff – an introduction to Jeff’s passion, approach to drumming and Jeff’s eventual livelihood. Please have a listen below to a great chat about drumming, drummers and Jeff’s ‘guy’ – Mr. … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – George Thorogood’s Jeff Simon Talks Charlie Watts

The more things change -the more they DO NOT stay the same. The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal presented by TD Bank Group in collaboration with Rio Tinto is proud to announce the complete line-up for its 2021 edition! From September 15 to 19, more than thirty renowned artists will once again bring the heart of the Quartier des spectacles to life. True legends of Canadian and Quebec music will occupy the TD Stage (Place … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Festival International de Jazz de Montréal Unveils It’s Program; Vaccine Passport and Reservations Required

Starting your time off with music is psychologically proven to be great for mental health. Please have a listen below to some music news and some new and old tunes. Smoke Meat Pete Here  Mental Health Information and Contact Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – You Don’t Like Mondays? Get Over it.

As the world is aware – Charlie Watts of The Rolling Stones has passed away. Please have a listen below to Part Two of some of Charlie Watts‘ best work within The Rolling Stones. Music is more powerful than words. Smoke Meat Pete Here  Mental Health Information and Contact Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Music Speaks a Thousand Words; The Best of Charlie Watts. Part Two

As the world is aware – Charlie Watts of The Rolling Stones has passed away. Please have a listen below to some of Charlie Watts‘ best work within and outside of The Rolling Stones. Music is more powerful than words. Smoke Meat Pete Here  Mental Health Information and Contact Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Music Speaks a Thousand Words; The Best of Charlie Watts

One of the most musically educated and unique drummers in the history of music has passed away at the age of eighty. When I was eleven years of age, my Father passed away suddenly. A year later – my Mother was diagnosed with cancer. For a young man discovering the world around him, it was a time when insecurity replaced comfort. Each day was filled … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Tribute To Charlie Watts; A Death in the Family.

Very few Canadian bands had the success of The Box. Aside from having a groundbreaking video and song with L’Affaire Dumoutier, The Box were an everyday occurrence in Canada on radio and TV. Please listen below to my chat with Jean Marc about passing the time with Covid and his upcoming show with Glass Tiger. Buy Tickets for Glass Tiger and The Box Here Visit … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Jean Marc of The Box; ‘Better Than Ever.’

Trois Rivieres is a musical kind of place. Steve Hill, the multi-talented guitar player and world traveler hails from Trois Rivieres. Breen LeBoeuf, vocalist and bassist formerly of Offenbach and April Wine has lived n the town for twenty-three years. t’s a great place to hook up with other musicians. Please listen below to my chat with Breen about the band Night Bluemers. Breen’s latest … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Breen LeBoeuf Introduces The Night Bluemers

Music heals. From September 15 to 19, the Festival will present its 41st edition on two large outdoor stages installed in the heart of the Quartier des Spectacles. Several renowned artists will thrill the public with unique and free performances. Spread out over five days, the program will feature some of the greatest local talents, and even from across the country. Music lovers and fans of all genres … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Montreal International Jazz Festival is Coming Up !

Road trip! Nothing in life is more exciting than going on a road trip. Add a destination of live music and gold is at the end of the rainbow. Trois Rivieres en Blues is taking place this weekend. Call the kids and wake the spouse. A road trip is in the plans. Please listen below to a preview and hear songs from the artists playing … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Trois Rivieres en Blues; Keeping Music ‘Live’.