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 …’
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!
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?
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
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
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
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
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)
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
Lots coming up … Have a listen to some of the artists I will be interviewing as well as some shows coming to Montreal … Talk soon … *Apologies Styx is touring with Def Leppard not Journey. My mistake. Continue reading What’s Happening on Rick Keene Music Scene
Dave the Bartender – pulls no punches … In fact, he is so quick on his feet, by the time an enemy attempts to punch him – Dave the Bartender is four blocks away. Please listen as Dave the Bartender answers questions sent in by listeners. Dave? The Bartender? Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; The Price is Right !
Sometimes – everyone is lost … Everyone with the exception of Dave the Bartender. He is cool as a cucumber, hot as a dash of Tabasco and smoother than a fine, aged wine. Dave the Bartender hears everything, sees everything and passes this information along as best he can. Or – does he? Dave? The Bartender? … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; What is the Best Single by an Actor or Actress?
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