Tom Gimbel, the multi – instrumentalist for the band Foreigner – is no stranger to music. Listen below as he speaks of his early influences, his love of playing the drums, rhythm guitar and saxophone. He also speaks of touring with Aerosmith, INXS and how he hooked up with the Mick Jones through a ‘personality’ test …? Hope you enjoy. A great guy and a … Continue reading A Conversation with Tom Gimbel of Foreigner
Lennex, Santers, Mainline, Bravebelt, Klaatu … Heard of these guys? Probably. You just do not know it. Five Canadian bands who paved the way for guys like Bryan Adams and (sigh) Justin Bieber. Commercially – anyways. Bands who did not get their fair due airplay -wise and monetarily. Some did – most had a cup of coffee in the show but in those days, record … Continue reading Great Canadian Rock Show Part Three
Akilah Newton and Jonathan Emile are doing their part to make the world a better place … Akilah ( the organizer) and Jonathan ( the performer) are travelling many places to spread the word about peace and love. They are doing it through music and other elements which may catch the ignorant eyes in the audience. The best thing? They are educating the young and … Continue reading Black History Month is Human History Month – Musically
Down the line – there were some great artists out of Canada who paved the way .. Rock n Roll was carried out in many ways and sadly, many of these great bands have been forgotten. Not anymore … Continue reading Great Canadian Rock Show – Part One
In the conclusion of my four part interview – Wayne and I discuss the importance of music in schools, the effect of the new generation when it comes to digital technology and his other project. Salsa De La Bahia is a compilation of some of the great latin Jazz plyers to come out of the San Francisco Bay area. Have a listen – won’t ya? … Continue reading Wayne Wallace Part Four
Grammy nominee Wayne Wallace talks about his influences. Continue reading Wayne Wallace – Part Three
In the second part of my interview with Mr. Wallace, we discuss many things including the importance a country like Cuba gives to music. Wallace has worked with everyone from Ray Charles to Whitney Houston. He is an educator as well as a trombonist and has been nominated for six Grammys. Wayne …? Continue reading Grammy Nominee Wayne Wallace – PartTwo
Saturday Night 25th of January at Le Club West Island. 205 Alton Drive, Beaconsfield. All proceeds go to Starlight Foundation. Starts at 5:30pm. Nine cover bands! Continue reading Watch “The Hi Fins at k103.7fm singing The Hollies” on YouTube
Country music is alive and well in Montreal … According to the genre’s rising star in this province – ‘Lil Andy would not like to play anywhere else – for long … Listen as Andy explains many things including his latest CD, his influences and how he surprised his Mom! Andy …? Continue reading ‘Lil Andy – Up Close and Personal
Sheldon Kagan has been around … From his humble beginnings in a bachelor apartment at the age of fifteen to introducing Jazz legend Miles Davis on stage – Mr. Kagan has a few stories to tell. Please listen to his tales of playing cards at his home with Artie Shaw and how he feels about Miles Davis – all these years later … A true … Continue reading Sheldon Kagan; Memories of a Concert Promoter
In this final segment of my interview with Mr. Mercer – the drummer discusses working with Trevor Payne in this summer’s upcoming version of Porgy and Bess. He also speaks of his legacy, his integrity and what he has learned over the years about life. Oh ya – he will also tell you his favorite April Wine songs! Thanks to Jerry for taking the time … Continue reading Jerry Mercer- AsThe Years Go By; Part Six
In this segment of my interview with Jerry Mercer – the drummer discusses opening up for the Rolling Stones, hearing Janis Joplin sing from the heart and thoughts on April Wine’s late great bass player; Jimmy Clench. He also talks about the downside of being a performer and the loneliness that sometimes comes with it … Please enjoy this latest installment. Very insightful and poignant … Continue reading Jerry Mercer – As The Years Go By; Part Five
Rick Keene Music Scene 