How does it feel? To be on your own … Just like a Rolling Stone … This is what should have been asked to Mr. Darryl Jones upon our chance encounter at the Montreal International Jazz Festival. Who thinks of clever questions when a man who earned some of his chops playing with Miles Davis exits an elevator? I have been privaleged enough to be … Continue reading Me and Mr. Jones – As in Darryl …
Young kids today have it rough … One one hand, technology has enhanced and eased the process of recording. This allows the youth to not be held captive by record companies which prey on unsuspecting musicians. They still do yet not as much … The musicians have it rough because they are more talented and because of this – there are more of them. A … Continue reading Danny Rebel and the KGB; CD Review
If you ever wanted to seduce someone, music is something required. Good food may be prepared, the right wine chilled to give goosebumps on a warm summer’s evening. Candles lit to provide shadows with dancing material. Clothes removed, dreams added. Yet nakedness requires a beat. Barry White’s soulful voice may be the recipe to desire filled with anticipation of a soft touch from feathery fingers. … Continue reading What Does Music Mean?
First things first. What is witnessed in this documentary/ concert film, is not for the faint – hearted. In other words; Justin Bieber fans stay away. ‘Make it Funky‘ tells the tale of New Orleans music. A combination of blues, jazz, rhythm and blues, gospel, soul and funk. Rock n roll? You bet … According to one of the performers in the almost three hour … Continue reading Make it FUNKY – CONCERT DVD
What would you think if you saw a dude in line at Starbucks. His arms are filled with tattoos and he has a shaved head. Assume he is a skinhead – type guy with an attitude? Smile politely and keep a distance due to your ignorance? Many would … How bad would you feel once you discovered the individual was a DJ on CHOM? How … Continue reading Slaves on Dope; ROUND TWO
A visitation through time … Figurines courtesy of Max Pellerin – a true Rock n Roll fan! To book Max’s band The Contractors check out his site! Stay tuned for a story on Slaves on Dope – Chom – FM ‘s Jason Rockman’s band! Continue reading Rock n Roll
See Spot Run is the best possible name for guitarist Randy Bowen‘s music group. Why? Does he have a pooch who nixes the idea of standing still? Does Randy spend his days observing the non – putrid pooch? Not quite. The Pointe Claire resident’s name should be Spot because Randy is always on the move and he would not have it any other way … … Continue reading See Spot Sit … But Not For Long!
The following is an excerpt from Sammy Hagar’s book; When I was growing up, Fontana, California, was all orange groves, grape vineyards, and chicken ranches. I could eat oranges, grapefruits, and tangerines all fucking day if I wanted. I had to walk through an orange grove just to go to my next-door neighbor’s house. There really was no neighborhood. It was long before tract homes. … Continue reading Red: My Uncensored Life in Rock by Sammy Hagar
Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood celebrates his 65th birthday on June 1. ‘The new Stone’ made his official debut as a member of the Stones with 1976’s ‘Black and Blue’ album, having already established himself as a formidable presence through his work with the Jeff Beck Group and the Faces. Since then, Wood has contributed an impressively varied tapestry of guitar work to the band’s … Continue reading Charlie’s Good T’ night … What about Ronnie?
An enigma. Not an Enema Although both are a pain in the ass … This is what Van Halen have become. A bunch of rock stars who cannot seem to play together for any period of time. The band – a term loosely used to describe the foursome – recently cancelled thirty shows due to ‘fatigue’. What could possibly have caused these men to be … Continue reading Top Ten Reasons why Van Halen are Tired
Once upon a time … Lee Hazzard was put together in order to bring that distinct sound of classic rock music to fans of this music genre. Lee Hazzard consists of Gary Hornbeck on guitar and lead vocals, Mike Dalamore on bass and lead vocals and Scott Dalamore on drums and vocals. The band was formed in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada and was working on … Continue reading The Gary Hornbeck Story
Some of your relatives may be celebrating a birthday today. Maybe you are … ? You are not alone: 1917, Papa John Creech, violinist, Jefferson Airplane 1944, Gladys Knight, singer 1945, John Fogerty, guitar, vocals, Creedence Clearwater Revival 1949, Wendy O. Williams, singer, The Plasmatics Also on this day; 1964, The BBC received over 8,000 postal applications for tickets for The Rolling Stones appearance on … Continue reading This Day in Music History
Rick Keene Music Scene 