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Rick Keene Music Scene – 41st Annual Blues Music Awards

“If you cannot pay your rent – that’s The Blues …” On Sunday, May 3, The Blues Foundation announced the winners of the 41st Annual Blues Music Awards, the blues world’s highest honors. Newcomer Christone “Kingfish” Ingram led all recipients with five awards, winning in every category in which he was nominated. He took the trophies for Album Of The Year, Contemporary Blues Album Of … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – 41st Annual Blues Music Awards

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Rick Keene Music Scene – ‘Refuge’ Brings Peace Through Music

Music heals. So much discoloration today is creating hatred where hatred should not exist. Lies and agendas via social media posts and American mainstream news is creating an atmosphere on the cusp of violence. Add the stress introduced by Covid 19 and the governments around the world – peace is what we need more than ever right now. Enter The Sultans of String and their … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – ‘Refuge’ Brings Peace Through Music

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Please enjoy Your Playlist! Please listen below Smoke Meat Pete Here If you enjoy Rick Keene Music Scene – Please help me to support music. … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Album of The Week!

Hard work pays off. For Toronto -area band The Vaniers, the above words ring true. Any band which wishes to gain success must pay their dues. That is exactly what The Vaniers have done. A foreshadowing to their first EP; Who Are You to Stay? Please listen below to the EP Who Are You to Stay? Rick Keene Music Scene’s Album of The Week. Visit … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Album of The Week!

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Special Birthday Tribute To Jerry Mercer

Someone once said; “Rock n Roll is a vicious game …” The music business is, in general, a very vicious game. More people are used and tossed aside than dishrags at a cheap restaurant. The good die young and the bad fade away unless their souls are sold to the devil. Enter Mr. Jerry Mercer. Some people have witnessed so much stuff in their lives … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Special Birthday Tribute To Jerry Mercer

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Rick Keene Music Scene – What’s The Word on The Street?

Sniff around and you will find new things to snack on … Just because they tell you it is the best music on radio, does not mean it is. Marketing has taken over from the great new music that artists relentlessly release. Bling bombards us daily while the real musicians suffer. Why don’t you sit back and listen below to some of the best new … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – What’s The Word on The Street?

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete’s Blues History

“If you cannot pay your rent – that’s The Blues …” Howlin’ Wolf’s quote above defines The Blues more than most. The Blues are the cornerstone of popular music as we know it and it is the most enduring genre of music in it’s purest form. Most people walking around on this planet are struggling. The elite, the Kings and Queens – oblivious to the … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete’s Blues History

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Featuring Eric Shenkman of The Spin Doctors

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Please enjoy an epic Playlist! Eric Shenkman of The Spin Doctors relates songs that influenced him, Rock n Roll backstage shenanigans and his solo record. … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Featuring Eric Shenkman of The Spin Doctors

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Featuring Montreal-Born Andy Kim’s Favorites

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Please enjoy an epic Playlist! Part One are requests sent in by listeners! Part Two – Andy Kim relates songs that made him into the … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Featuring Montreal-Born Andy Kim’s Favorites

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Rick Keene Music Scene -George Thorogood Delivers a Rock n Roll History Lesson and Song Requests

Thirty – five years in Rock n Roll is a long time. George Thorogood started busking on the street. Before he knew it, he had a band. In a wink of an eye – him and his band were opening up for the likes of Muddy Waters and The Rolling Stones. So many people were influential in George picking up a guitar and writing songs. … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene -George Thorogood Delivers a Rock n Roll History Lesson and Song Requests

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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Featuring Bernard Fowler of Rolling Stones’ Fame

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Please enjoy an epic Playlist! Part One are requests sent in by listeners Part Two – Bernard Fowler of Rolling Stones’ fame joins me. Please … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Featuring Bernard Fowler of Rolling Stones’ Fame

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Top New Releases

Music ain’t dead – yet? New tracks are always coming out and many – not heard unless you put on your Sherlock Holmes cap and investigation. Have a listen below won’t ya? Lots of good new tunes and some artist’s backgrounds. Smoke Meat Pete is Open for Delivery and Take Out ! Visit Here ! Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Top New Releases

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