Category: Concert Review

Blues, Concert Review, Interview, Jazz

An Evening with Deep Blue; The Most Complete Band in Montreal!

Johnny Beaudine & DEEP BLUE One of the most exciting nights on the Montreal jazz and blues scene can be found whenever Johnny Beaudine & Deep Blue take the stage with their smoking menu of Chicago style jazz, blues and soul fusion with touches of New Orleans funk. A veteran of some of the most famous and infamous south-side Chicago blues clubs,the young Beaudine was tutored by masters … Continue reading An Evening with Deep Blue; The Most Complete Band in Montreal!

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‘Damn Right’ Buddy Guy was in Montreal Saturday Night!

Visit JamesStLaurentPhotography Here ‘Damn Right’ Buddy Guy was in Montreal Saturday night! The 78 year old Blues legend made that clear from the get-go with his opening song; ‘Damn Right I Got the Blues’. There is no greater torch bearer for the Blues than Mr. Buddy Guy and he is not shy to point that out.    Currently on tour with his protege; Quinn Sullivan and ‘The … Continue reading ‘Damn Right’ Buddy Guy was in Montreal Saturday Night!

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David Henman – ‘ Me and Cousin Jim Wrote Our First Song When We Were Twelve …’ Part Two

David, Jim and Ritchie Henman – along with Myles Goodwyn; formed April Wine.   Following stints with bands such as Prism ,The Dudes, and The Debutantes – David Henman has never stopped playing music. Please listen below in Part Two as David speaks on many things. Stay tuned for part three.                         Continue reading David Henman – ‘ Me and Cousin Jim Wrote Our First Song When We Were Twelve …’ Part Two

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David Henman – ‘ Me and Cousin Jim Wrote Our First Song When We Were Twelve …’

David, Jim and Ritchie Henman – along with Myles Goodwyn; formed April Wine. Following stints with bands such as Prism ,The Dudes, and The Debutantes – David Henman has never stopped playing music. Please listen below as David speaks of his last two projects. Stay tuned for part two.                     Continue reading David Henman – ‘ Me and Cousin Jim Wrote Our First Song When We Were Twelve …’

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Joe Bonamassa – Live at Red Rocks ! Now – Montreal!

Joe Bonamassa is the real deal.   Carrying the legacy of the Blues to a higher level – all the while keeping his feet planted firmly in  ‘Muddy Waters’. And … Howlin’ Wolf   Listen below to hear some tracks off Joe’s homage to the pair of fabled Bluesmen. Muddy Wolf at Red Rocks? Can it get any better? Yes – He’s in Montreal the … Continue reading Joe Bonamassa – Live at Red Rocks ! Now – Montreal!

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Ask Dave the Bartender – Easter Bunny Streaking?

Dave the Bartender is a busy guy … Then – he goes to work as a bartender.   Not only does he see and hear everything, Dave the Bartender knows everything he sees and hears. A lethal combination of knowledge and / or hearsay. Please listen below as Dave the Bartender answers your musical questions.             Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender – Easter Bunny Streaking?

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Celebrate Jeff Healey’s Birthday; Buy a Limited Edition Print and Give to Daisy’s Eye Cancer Fund – Part One

Photographer James St Laurent is doing his part. On March 2nd 2008, Canada and the world lost a great human being. Jeff Healey passed away on that date and the universe lost a piece of it’s orchestra. Jeff’s legacy lives on.  His music, his family and now a couple of prints taken by James St Laurent – providing the tools necessary to ensure a better … Continue reading Celebrate Jeff Healey’s Birthday; Buy a Limited Edition Print and Give to Daisy’s Eye Cancer Fund – Part One

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As Dave the Bartender; Plagiarism​,​ the Best Country Artist of All Time, Blues Guitarists and Brian Greenway

Dave the Bartender does not talk much …   He’s far too busy listening to questions sent in by listeners of Rick Keene Music Scene. Have a question for Dave? Send them to Rickkeene2@gmail.com Dave? The Bartender?                 Continue reading As Dave the Bartender; Plagiarism​,​ the Best Country Artist of All Time, Blues Guitarists and Brian Greenway

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Under the ‘ZZ’ Top; Montreal Concert Review

If whiskey, cars and ladies are the three most favorite things in your life – ZZ Top is the band to rock out to … The trio who benefited  more  from the age of Friday Night Videos than any other Blues and Rock formation in history – proved once and for all; Top coat, top hat, And I don’t worry coz my wallet’s fat. Black … Continue reading Under the ‘ZZ’ Top; Montreal Concert Review

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Meet Lawrence Gowan and His Alter Ego; Gowan. Part One and Two

Lawrence Gowan has an alter ego. Or – perhaps, Gowan has an alter ego. Either way, this pair of artists are blessed with talent. Blessed with talent and a love for life.     The front-man for Styx since 1999 and one of the most successful solo artists in Canadian history, is all set for another chapter in both Styx’ history and his own solo … Continue reading Meet Lawrence Gowan and His Alter Ego; Gowan. Part One and Two

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Mike and The Mechanics – A Cover Band ( Sort Of)

These were not your Mother’s Mechanics … A legend took the stage last night at Place des Arts. Theatre Maisonneuve was the setting and the Eighties was the era … No – the legend was not Paul Carrack. The original singer of Mike and The Mechanics ( the late Paul Young was the other original singer ) is on his own and has left the … Continue reading Mike and The Mechanics – A Cover Band ( Sort Of)

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Dylan Sings Sinatra and Other of Life’s Mysteries

Dave the Bartender takes time off to feed his dog sometimes. Dave the Bartender does not have a dog …     That is why he has the time to ponder musical questions sent in by listeners of Rick Keene Music Scene. Have a question? Send them to  Rickkeene2@gmail.com   Dave? The Bartender?   *The opening sequence was done in parody. On International Women’s Day … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Dylan Sings Sinatra and Other of Life’s Mysteries

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