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Rick Keene Music Scene – Happy Birthday Sir Michael Philip Jagger

“Sexually unsatisfied, financially unsatisfied and philosophically trying …” The above quote was by Mick Jagger during their second tour of the U.S. in 1965. A tour which cemented their place at the time as second to The Beatles in the world. Over the years, The Stones – despite the backlash of ‘society’ over their rebellious ways and disregard for so called public decency, The Stones … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Happy Birthday Sir Michael Philip Jagger

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Happy Birthday Breen LeBoeuf; One of Canada’s Greatest Voices

It’s all about the bass. Maybe not … Breen Leboeuf is one of those guys who is known for one thing yet it something else which may be his biggest talent. The bass in Breen’s hands is one treasure but his voice may be one of this Country’s hidden gems. Please have a listen below to my chat with Breen and educate yourself in Canadian … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Happy Birthday Breen LeBoeuf; One of Canada’s Greatest Voices

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Boston Guitarist Forms An ‘Alliance’ in New Band

Special to Rick Keene Music Scene Alliance is the best melodic rock band you need to hear! Just who is Alliance you’re wondering? Alliance are made up of three rock veterans with some pretty good credentials. On vocals, bass and keyboards is virtuoso; Robert Berry. He spent a few years playing with Keith Emerson and Carl Palmer in a unit called 3. There’s David Lauser, … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Boston Guitarist Forms An ‘Alliance’ in New Band

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Cliff Stevens Takes It To the Next Level on Latest Disc

Road warriors gain knowledge. Montreal’s Cliff Stevens has the air miles to prove his wisdom. Known firstly from his uncanny days duplicating Eric Clapton, Cliff has put those days behind him. Instead – Cliff’s long overdue writing and composing are making a name for himself in Canada and abroad. Stevens’ last album Grass Won’t Grow climbed the charts and his new album Nobody But You … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Cliff Stevens Takes It To the Next Level on Latest Disc

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Uncovering The Covers …

Under the surface may be hot and moist. Unless you go deep, you will never know. The original tunes from a band sometimes are foreplay. A tease to bigger and better things or a precursor to erectile dysfunction. Either way, a different lover adds spice to a love affair. Have a listen below to cover versions of tunes from a very known band. See if you … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Uncovering The Covers …

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Barb Diab Talks New Album and Working with B.B. King’s Longtime Drummer

Local singer and Blues lover Barb Diab has come a long way. A teacher by trade, Barb’s love and passion for The Blues has transported her to places beyond her imagination. It just goes to show ya – follow your dream and one day your dreams may follow you. Please listen below to my chat with Barb about her second album Mojo Woman and what … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Barb Diab Talks New Album and Working with B.B. King’s Longtime Drummer

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Rick Keene Music Scene – New Tracks for Your Listening Pleasure …

Ya gotta keep up with the Jones. Living in the fridge is not always a good idea even if you are a huge fan of Weird AL. It is good to venture out into the warm atmosphere of new tunes. Have a listen below to some new tracks from Canadian artists. Won’t ya? Thanks for listening ! Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – New Tracks for Your Listening Pleasure …

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Colin James ‘Returns’ Home

Ya think you know somebody … For many of the audience attending Colin James’ show at the Montreal Jazz Festival – the fact that Colin once lived in Montreal for a year and a half, came as a surprise. James recanted the tales of living in Lachine and Verdun and busking in the Metros. He also told stories of many gigs in this city. Places … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Colin James ‘Returns’ Home

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Damn Right ! Buddy Guy Was at The Jazz Festival !

Some people walk the talk. Some people talk the walk. Very few people walk and walk and walk and keep on walking. Buddy Guy graced the Montreal Jazz Festival with his presence Saturday night. In a festival that has witnessed the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder – Buddy’s appearance and subsequent reception of the B.B. King Award for outstanding contribution to … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Damn Right ! Buddy Guy Was at The Jazz Festival !

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Frampton Comes Alive in Montreal

All that was missing was acid, black light posters and hair … Has there been anyone in the history of music that is identified with one album and a live one at that? Every artist who falls under the legend umbrella has at the very least, three albums and ten hit songs. Sure there are one hit wonders but Peter Frampton doesn’t even fall into … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Frampton Comes Alive in Montreal

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