Frustrating times can lead to strength. The band Cinema 5 from Montreal were on the top of the world but everything outside of their control – had other plans. Scroll down and listen to my chat with Rad Crasto from Cinema 5 and listen to some amazing music. Visit OHM Music Productions Here Visit Trois-Rivières en Blues Here Chris Birkett Tickets and Tour Here Buy … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Cinema 5: Famous Montreal Band Back Together (Sort Of)

Out of sight – out of mind. Aldo Massa is a teacher, a master drummer, percussionist and an entrepreneur who is changing the world through music. Please – scroll down and listen to a great chat (and tunes) with someone who was friends with Neil Peart of Rush fame. Visit Kosa Music Here Buy Tickets for Grammy Winner Chris Birkett’s Songwriting Workshop Here Visit Trois-Rivières … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Aldo Massa; The Most Famous Drummer / Percussionist from Montreal?

That’s all folks! Jazz brings together people of all ages and from all backgrounds, it builds bridges both on stages and in crowds.The popularity of indoor shows is undeniable, with 33 sold-out performances!  Maurin Auxéméry, the Festival’s programming director. “A new wind is blowing through our beloved jazz world, and we can be proud today to see the public rallying around. The miracle happened again. A … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Montreal International Jazz Festival Recap

Genius can sometimes mean crazy. Diana Krall’s show last night at Place des Arts was what most people did not expect. Krall ain’t Shania Twain and because of Diana’s mainstream success – a lot of people are brainwashed into thinking it will be one hit after another done in a Pop way. Diana Krall is Jazz and within Jazz lies a lot of eccentricities. Not … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Jazz Festival Review; Diana Krall