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Kristina Maria honored at the SOCAN Awards Gala

At the 23rd annual SOCAN Awards Gala, held last night at Toronto’s Roy Thomson Hall, Kristina Maria received the Pop / Rock award for her song Let’s Play, with over 100,000 air-plays on national radio. Hosted by Seamus O’Regan, the SOCAN Gala recognizes the accomplishments of its members on the national and international levels, honoring the talent of Canadian songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. Since … Continue reading Kristina Maria honored at the SOCAN Awards Gala

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Misstress Barbara – Business as Usual

The beat goes on … Never is this as true when it comes to Misstress Barbara. “I really do not know how well my music is doing or where it is selling the most.”Says Barbara Bonfligio from her home in Montreal. ‘”Cd’s are not as big as they once were. It’s difficult to have a barometer on how popular things are.” If the popularity of … Continue reading Misstress Barbara – Business as Usual

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Crossfire Hurricane ; A Review of the Rolling Stones Documentary

Are the Rolling Stones a bunch of guys who live in your blood? Or – are they a bunch of hooligans that penned many great songs yet would never attend brunch at your parents’ place …? The response to the above; extremely important to an insight of the documentary – Crossfire Hurricane. A diehard fan knows the stories. A passing fan will be surprised by … Continue reading Crossfire Hurricane ; A Review of the Rolling Stones Documentary

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Music Quotes and Stop Crooks from Selling Stolen Guitars …!

‘The aim and final reason of all music should be nothing else but the Glory of God and the refreshment of the spirit .’ ~Johann Sebastian Bach ”If I’m going to hell – I am going there playing piano …’ ~Jerry Lee Lewis ‘Hell is full of musical amateurs …’ ~George Bernard Shaw ‘We don’t like their sound, and guitar music is on it’s way … Continue reading Music Quotes and Stop Crooks from Selling Stolen Guitars …!

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Sass Jordan; Transplanted Montreal Girl Does Good – Part Three

Sass Jordan does not sit still … “I just got back from Las Vegas …” She says. ” I was helping out Jake. E. Lee on his new album. He is such a fantastic player who has massive legions of rabid fans! It was an honor to sing with him!” Who is Jake E. Lee? Sass explains… ” Jake was in a band in the … Continue reading Sass Jordan; Transplanted Montreal Girl Does Good – Part Three

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Ben ‘Racine’ – Roots Music is ‘One of a Kind’

‘Modus Operandi’ … The mission or a song? Both for The Ben Racine Band on their debut album; One of a Kind. ‘Modus Operandi’ is the third track on an album which has just been released through Iguane Records in Montreal. As with every other track on the disc – the standout is Racine’s voice. Not seeing who you are listening to may come as … Continue reading Ben ‘Racine’ – Roots Music is ‘One of a Kind’

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Old ( er ) Musicians Never Die – They Play with their Sons …

The above photo was sent to me by Mr. Wayne Cullen. Wayne – along with Ritchie Henman ( the original drummer in April Wine), were the two drummers in The Dudes, one of the best bands to play in Montreal in the 1970’s. The group included David Henman and Brian Greenway of past and future April Wine fame respectively. Wayne is pictured above in his … Continue reading Old ( er ) Musicians Never Die – They Play with their Sons …

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Thrill Me Up; Dawn Tyler Watson and Paul Deslauriers both Nominated for A Maple Blues Award!

Last year, there was a duel at L’Astral Theater on Ste. Catherine St. East. A venue on the cusp of downtown Montreal. In the right corner, wearing a brown top and jeans – Dawn Tyler Watson. A woman who posesses the voice of an angel. Vocal chords blessed from deep within … On the left, bearded and loaded with guitar fingers talented beyond comprehension – … Continue reading Thrill Me Up; Dawn Tyler Watson and Paul Deslauriers both Nominated for A Maple Blues Award!

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Brie Nielson and Cecile Doo- Kinogue in Concert

Two ladies – two cd launches … Brie Nielson and her Othermen performed before a packed house at La Salla Rossa in support of Brie’s first full length disc; Picture Show. It was a phenomenal success and afterward – a happy and somewhat overwhelmed Nielson danced the wee hours away with friends and fans. A great night for everyone …! On another evening, in a … Continue reading Brie Nielson and Cecile Doo- Kinogue in Concert

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