Rick Keene Music Scene: Liss Gallery Welcomes Bernie Taupin

The Liss Gallery is thrilled to welcome Bernie Taupin, renowned visual artist and legendary songwriter, back to Toronto for an exclusive artist-in-attendance event on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Best known as the lyricist behind Elton John’s most iconic songs—from “Tiny Dancer” to “Rocket Man” to “Your Song”—Taupin’s influence on the music world is undeniable. But over the past two decades, Taupin has carved out an equally compelling … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene: Liss Gallery Welcomes Bernie Taupin

Rick Keene Music Scene; ALLIGATOR RECORDS TO RELEASE KOKO TAYLOR’SCROWN JEWELS LP ON JULY 18

GRAMMY Award-Winning Queen Of The Blues To Be Honored With New Greatest Hits Collection Available On LP And Digital Koko Taylor was one of very few women who found success in the male-dominated blues world. She took her music from the tiny clubs of Chicago’s South Side to concert halls and major festivals all over the world. She shared stages with every major blues star, … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene; ALLIGATOR RECORDS TO RELEASE KOKO TAYLOR’SCROWN JEWELS LP ON JULY 18

Rick Keene Music Scene; The Many ‘Arts’ of Ranee Lee – Part Two

Ranee Lee is a Montreal treasure. Filled with talent, awards and accomplishments. Writer, singer, educator, actress and now she is adding ‘painter’ to her long resume. A talent that is not new to her but new to the public. Please scroll down and listen to Part Two of my chat with Ranee Lee. Visit Ranee Lee Here Ranee’s Exhibition Coming Here Tickets for Macallan’s Events … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene; The Many ‘Arts’ of Ranee Lee – Part Two

Rick Keene Music Scene; The Many ‘Arts’ of Ranee Lee

Ranee Lee is a Montreal treasure. Filled with talent, awards and accomplishments. Writer, singer, educator, actress and now she is adding ‘painter’ to her long resume. A talent that is not new to her but new to the public. Please scroll down and listen to Part One of my chat with Ranee Lee. Visit Ranee Lee Here Tickets for Macallan’s Events Here Montreal Jazz Festival … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene; The Many ‘Arts’ of Ranee Lee

Rick Keene Music Scene; LIVE FROM THE ROCK HALL … IT’S SATURDAY NIGHT! 

It’s YOUR chance to party at Studio 8H. Join us on June 14th at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to celebrate the opening of our new exhibit – SNL: Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years of Music, with a special appearance by 11-season veteran of Saturday Night Live, Fred Armisen. Explore the new, interactive exhibit including a re-creation of the famed Studio 8H facade in Rockefeller … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene; LIVE FROM THE ROCK HALL … IT’S SATURDAY NIGHT! 

Rick Keene Music Scene: New Tunes and Concert and Music News

“Music is a higher revelation than philosophy.” Please scroll down and listen to some new tunes, concert and music news. Montreal Jazz Festival Tickets Here Visit Evenko.ca Tickets for Macallan’s Events Here  Mental Health Information and Contact Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene: New Tunes and Concert and Music News

Rick Keene Music Scene’ Lasso Montreal AUGUST 15 & 16, 2025 | PARC JEAN-DRAPEAU; AUGUST 14, 2025 | LASSO IN THE CITY

Saddle up, LASSO Montréal, presented by Bell in collaboration with Coors Original, is hitting the road! For the first time ever, fans won’t have to wait until August to kick up their boots — we’re bringing the spirit of LASSO straight to you with a series of unforgettable country-themed parties in cities across Québec! These LASSO parties will deliver all the toe-tappin’ fun you’ve come to … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene’ Lasso Montreal AUGUST 15 & 16, 2025 | PARC JEAN-DRAPEAU; AUGUST 14, 2025 | LASSO IN THE CITY

Rick Keene Music Scene: Blues Awards, Alan Parsons, Jim Cuddy and a Moment in Time

“If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving another one.” – Dolly Parton Please scroll down and listen to some new tunes, concert and music news. Montreal Jazz Festival Tickets Here Visit Evenko.ca Tickets for Macallan’s Events Here  Mental Health Information and Contact Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene: Blues Awards, Alan Parsons, Jim Cuddy and a Moment in Time

Rick Keene Music Scene: Thursday’s Thirst-Quenching Music

“The suspense is terrible. I hope it’ll last.” — Willy Wonka, “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” Please scroll down and listen to some new tunes and news. Montreal Jazz Festival Tickets Here Visit Evenko.ca Tickets for Macallan’s Events Here  Mental Health Information and Contact Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene: Thursday’s Thirst-Quenching Music

Rick Keene Music Scene: Tuesday’s Titillating Tunes

“Not how long, but how well you have lived is the main thing.” – Seneca  Please scroll down and listen to some new tunes and news. Montreal Jazz Festival Tickets Here Visit Evenko.ca Tickets for Macallan’s Events Here  Mental Health Information and Contact Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene: Tuesday’s Titillating Tunes

Rick Keene Music Scene: Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview

The Montreal International Jazz festival gets underway on June 26th. Are you ready? Please scroll down and listen to some of the artists that will be appearing. Montreal Jazz Festival Tickets Here Visit Evenko.ca Tickets for Macallan’s Events Here  Mental Health Information and Contact Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene: Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview