Remember the name Devon Coyote … A trio from Kelowna B.C. Three guys who will knock your socks off in every way possible. Name a genre and chances are somewhere within their music – that sound will come out. In the midst of a three month tour – Devon Coyote are a force to be taken seriously in the Canadian Music Scene. Devon? What’s up? … Continue reading Howlin’ with the Best Young Rock n Roll Band in Canada!
The Ben Racine Band are playing at the Tremblant Blues Festival this summer. They earned it. ‘A Grand New Brew’ is their latest and second offering in CD form. Capturing the sound of Chicago and New Orleans’ Blues combined with a little Funkiness – the disc is a planned love affair between guitar and horns. Please listen below as Ben Racine explains the lethal … Continue reading Ben Racine – Playin’ the Blues ‘Cause He Loves It!
Laila Biali is a Jazz pianist … Her talent has led her into a world most would dream of … Sting, Paula Cole and Suzanne Vega’s worlds. Now – following a new turn in her career – Laila is releasing something different. Jazz will return yet for now – A Radiance Project is the flavor of the day. Laila? … Continue reading Her Name is ‘Laila’ – She Ain’t No Showgirl … !
Lots to do, as usual, in Montreal … Most Importantly is a Fundraiser for Baby Chloe ! Click Here for information and head to Le Pionnier on May 16th to Rock for Chloe ! Please listen below to what’s coming on Rick Keene Music Scene as well as in Montreal in the next few days. Beirut kicks off the Festival! Montreal, Tuesday, May 5, … Continue reading What’s Coming in Montreal and On Rick Keene Music Scene
Rocky Dawuni has rubbed shoulders with a few ‘ stars’ … Bono, Peter Gabriel and Stevie Wonder. A trio of musicians who apply their popularity for the good of humankind. Now – Ghana native Rocky Dawuni can be added to that select group. Please listen below and discover why …? Rocky? Visit Rocky Here! Continue reading Rocky Dawuni – Reggae for Mankind …
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!
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!
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?
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
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!
It’s always fun to listen to music. It’s even funner to listen to bits of music and try to guess the artist and song title. It’s even funner if you can win a prize! Listen below – guess the ten songs and send them to rickkeene2@gmail.com If you are right, you are eligible to win tickets to see a show. What show? That answer will … Continue reading Guess that Tune – Win a Prize!
Lots going on in the city. Lots of tunes, fun times and finally … warmth ! Please listen below to several upcoming concert announcements, what’s coming on Rick Keene Music Scene and several great songs – new and old. What better way to start off your weekend? Click on The Montreal International Jazz Festival logo as well as Evenko to discover and buy tickets to … Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and The Greatest Half Hour of Music!
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