Ask Dave the Bartender …

Sometimes music knowledge escapes even the most ardent fan … Unless of course – drinking and not driving are involved. Then, answers are downed quicker than a shot of Whiskey at closing time.   Please listen as Dave the Bartender attempts to answer unsolved musical riddles. He’s funny, he’s smart … he’s … Dave the Bartender?   Tune in at 6:15pm Thursday on k103.7fm to … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender …

Jann Arden; Speaking Out …

Very few Canadians have not felt the presence of Jann Arden … The mutil-talented performer wears her feelings on her sleeve and thank the Lord for that. If not so, the world would be a sadder place. Arden is a rare soul who can transcribe feelings which everyone can identify with … Please listen as Jann discusses her new album, her tour and feelings about … Continue reading Jann Arden; Speaking Out …

Ask Dave the Bartender …

Google is not enough … For answers to be answered properly – it is important to seek the truth. Climb the highest mountains, swim the deepest seas and reach the keeper of knowledge … Dave the Bartender …   Questions for Dave the Bartender? Send to rickkeene2@gmail.com ( Drinkers, Wait Staff, Busboys and Passerby’s were not injured during the filming of Dave the Bartender)   … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender …

Brazil, Alex Lifeson, Jann Arden, Ask Dave the Bartender, Jim Cuddy and The Mandevilles .​.​.

Things are picking up … Following a lull in the new release category – a flock of CDs have arrived at my doorstep. Good news for the listener and better news for the artists if the CDs are purchased …  Have a listen to what is coming up this week on Rick Keene Music Scene – including a song with Rush’s Alex Lifeson !   … Continue reading Brazil, Alex Lifeson, Jann Arden, Ask Dave the Bartender, Jim Cuddy and The Mandevilles .​.​.

Rick Keene Music Scene Presents; Ask Dave the Bartender

We have all been there … Sitting at a bar, spilling our troubles or asking advice from the guy who pours our poison. It’s an age old ritual. Sometimes – people ask questions and I do not have the answer. What better person to demand help than – Dave the Bartender. Please listen as this former Montreal-er (exiled to Toronto), delivers the answers to questions … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents; Ask Dave the Bartender

The Global Sound of Global Shuffle – Grand Fatilla Album Launch; Part One and Two

Boston -based world Jazz ensemble Grand Fatilla have been entertaining audiences for six years.  It’s about time for an album. Due to popular demand – the foursome recorded their album ‘Global Shuffle’. A disc containing all styles with the utmost respect given to the original genre. Please listen to Mike, Roberto and Fabio discuss the new album and what they are all about … Guys? … Continue reading The Global Sound of Global Shuffle – Grand Fatilla Album Launch; Part One and Two

What’s Coming on Rick Keene Music Scene …

Wuz up? What’s happening? What’s going on? A good question – especially if you are a music lover …   I have some interviews coming with two new artists and the singer of a great new Jazz outfit out of Massachusetts. All in all – something for everyone. Thanks for listening, have a great week and remember – keep your headphones on unless you are … Continue reading What’s Coming on Rick Keene Music Scene …

The Slacks; Montreal’s Oldest / Newest Rock Band

Once upon a time … Men like Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley were dominating the musical landscape. They were the ‘kings’ of Rock n Roll. Teenagers were screaming, crying and tossing various items of clothes toward stages filled with energy. Parents were appalled. Priests tossed their hands into the air to combat the ‘devil music’ which possessed so many teenagers. Fast forward … Continue reading The Slacks; Montreal’s Oldest / Newest Rock Band