When the soul sings, people should listen. Laura Fernandez has created a vessel which sails into your heart and does not let go. If you start to sink – the lifeline is built in. Please listen below to my chat with Laura and hear some of the best music Laura has ‘downloaded’ so far in a very young career. Visit Laura Here  Mental Health Information … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Laura Fernandez is ‘Okay, Alright’ on The Album of the Year

A child prodigy. Once in a while, someone special arrives and reminds us all we are mere mortals. Michael Fonfara was one of those people. A musician and person extraordinaire who by the sheer nature of his presence – elevated everyone around him to a surreal level. The Everly Brothers, The Electric Flag, Rhinoceros, Lou Reed, Foreigner and Downchild. A few of the musical experiences … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Tribute to Michael Fonfara

Governors State University (GSU) Center for Performing Arts (the Center) will celebrate Chicago blues and Chicago-based Alligator Records’ 50th anniversary by presenting an online streaming video concert. “Sweet Home Chicago – An Online Blues Celebration” will feature a performance by legendary harmonica player Billy Branch with his all-star band, The Sons Of Blues, with three special guests — Grammy-nominated vocalist Shemekia Copeland, slide guitar master Lil’ … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Fifty Years Of ALLIGATOR RECORDS; Streaming Concert March 13, 2021

Partnership Between Legendary Blues/Roots Label And Exceleration Music To Create Global Growth Opportunities Alligator Records, the acclaimed independent blues and roots label currently celebrating its 50th anniversary, has announced it is joining forces with Exceleration Music. Exceleration Music is a newly established company founded by Glen Barros(former CEO of Concord Music Group) along with four other world-renowned industry veterans, dedicated to enhancing the future of independent … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – ALLIGATOR RECORDS JOINS FORCES WITH EXCELERATION MUSIC

Art is therapy. Music is art. During these times of uncertainty and isolation. An era where misleading headlines are filled with one-sided fear, common sense and education are needed. Relaxation and time away from information is essential. Research shows the benefits of music therapy for various mental health conditions, including depression, trauma, and schizophrenia (to name a few). Music acts as a medium for processing emotions, trauma, and grief—but music can also be … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Unmasking New Music and Information You Need To Know

Art is therapy. Music is art. During these times of uncertainty and isolation. An era where misleading headlines and news stories filled with one -sided inaccurate fear are creating mental health problems – common sense and education are needed. Relaxation and time away from information is essential. Research shows the benefits of music therapy for various mental health conditions, including depression, trauma, and schizophrenia (to name a few). Music acts as … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Coping with Curfew; Music for Mental Health. Part Two