Category: Interview

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100 Anniversary of The Armenian Genocide; A Conversation with Lousnak

A racially charged mass murder or a displacement of entire races from their homelands. Sometimes banishing families forever or cornering them into small communities. Either way – humanity on display at it’s worst. Genocide     Please listen below as Armenian descendant Lousnak explains an event on April 22nd to raise attention to the 100th anniversary of the Armenian genocide.   Find Out About the … Continue reading 100 Anniversary of The Armenian Genocide; A Conversation with Lousnak

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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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Randy Bachman – Taking Care of Business … Again!

At one point in time – Randy Bachman was one half of a songwriting tandem which outsold The Beatles and Rolling Stones. Not bad for a boy / man from Winnipeg, Manitoba.   The Guess Who – Randy’s former ‘super – group’; responsible for many musical memories which are etched firmly into the subconscious of the 1960’s and early 70’s music lover.     Randy … Continue reading Randy Bachman – Taking Care of Business … Again!

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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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The Alec Mcelcheran Trio – Bluesy Rock n Roll At It’s Best! Part Two

When it comes to adding Blues and Rock together – there are very few bands who have pulled it off and lasted … The Rolling Stones are the true survivors. Always keeping to their Blues roots while staying trendy over the years. The Alec Mcelcheran Trio capture the Blues in the true vain of The Stones while adding other elements to keep it fresh. Just like … Continue reading The Alec Mcelcheran Trio – Bluesy Rock n Roll At It’s Best! Part Two

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The Alec Mcelcheran Trio – Bluesy Rock n Roll At It’s Best!

When it comes to adding Blues and Rock together – there are very few bands who have pulled it off and lasted … The Rolling Stones are the true survivors. Always keeping to their Blues roots while staying trendy over the years. The Alec Mcelcheran Trio capture the Blues in the true vain of The Stones while adding other elements to keep it fresh. Just like … Continue reading The Alec Mcelcheran Trio – Bluesy Rock n Roll At It’s Best!

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Cristie Healey; Remembering Jeff …

Jeff Healey was one of a kind … There were many guitarists better than him. He was better than many guitarists. The one thing that set Jeff apart was something many do not have. Courage.   Courage to obtain goals. One thing which made Jeff  the man whose legacy will remain forever. Because of courage. Please listen below as Cristie Healey – Jeff’s widow, talks … Continue reading Cristie Healey; Remembering Jeff …

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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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Robi Botos; Good Things Come To Those Who Wait .​.​.

Jazz pianist Robi Botos has come a long way. Literally. This Hungarian refugee, currently living in Toronto, had a dream. To play music and make people happy. He arrived in Canada with family in tow and – following tutelages with the likes of Oscar Peterson, his dream is closer than before. Please listen as Robi explains mostly everything. Robi? Continue reading Robi Botos; Good Things Come To Those Who Wait .​.​.

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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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Take ‘The Park Avenue Sobriety Test’ with Joel Plaskett

The East Coast music scene is alive and well. Thanks in part to Nova Scotia native Joel Plaskett. His latest offering; The Park Avenue Sobriety Test – is an attempt at capturing that ‘ live on the floor ‘ feeling so prominent in music today. A feel good record with Socan Songwriter of the Year winner Moe Kenney  adding her own backing vocals. An element … Continue reading Take ‘The Park Avenue Sobriety Test’ with Joel Plaskett

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