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Rick Keene Music Scene – Corey Diabo Talks National Aboriginal Day; June 21st Cabot Square

  Corey Diabo is not your average guitar player. Traditionally – a Rock n Roll fan and soon later; a Blues guru of sorts. Corey hooked up with his pal Jonas Tomalty and in almost 20 years – all Hell broke loose. That fire – burning intensely to this day. Please listen below as Corey discusses his involvement in National Aboriginal Day, his thoughts on … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Corey Diabo Talks National Aboriginal Day; June 21st Cabot Square

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Jazz Festival Preview; Joss Stone

Joss Stone has been around for a while. Considering she is only thirty years old – it seems as if ‘thirty’ is the new ‘sixty’ in terms of what she has accomplished thus far in her career. Dave Stewart and Mick Jagger, just two of the names who have aided Joss on her musical education. What singers influenced her and who does she hold in … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Jazz Festival Preview; Joss Stone

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Backstage Pass to Styx’ New Album; The Mission

Once in a lifetime …   That is how often a band like Styx comes along. From the mid seventies until a decade later, no band from America wrote so many hits and gained so many fans. High energy Rock n Roll, theatrical know how and heart wrenching balladry. Styx was and remains – the blueprint for a successful Rock n Roll band. Now – … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Backstage Pass to Styx’ New Album; The Mission

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Montreal’s Folk Festival; Putting Music Into Perspective!

Folk music is the cornerstone of all music. Everyone knows the names which helped folk and Bluegrass music hit the mainstream. Guthrie, Seeger and Dylan to name but three. Beyond that – there are thousands of musicians who started the guitar strumming. Please listen below to Matt Large; co-founder of the Le Festival Folk de Montreal sur Canal as he explains his influences and what … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Montreal’s Folk Festival; Putting Music Into Perspective!

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Montreal Jazz Festival Preview. Men without Hats

You can dance if you want to … How many songs in Canadian music are recognizable by a few words? How many Canadian tunes are responsible for creating a non – dance dance craze? Say what?  Please listen below to  my chat with Ivan Doroschuk – the writer and composer of ‘The Safety Dance’  and every song released by ‘Men without Hats’.  Ivan? What’s up?       … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Montreal Jazz Festival Preview. Men without Hats

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Rick Keene Music Scene – What’s Going On ?

As usual – a lot going on … From 80’s Pop to R&B and Soul – Montreal and The Montreal Jazz Festival has a lot to offer.   Please listen below for some upcoming shows and some great tunes. Thank You !     Listen to my interview with Cliff Stevens Here !     Visit Cliff Here !   The Montreal International Jazz Festival  … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – What’s Going On ?

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Cliff Stevens – The Prodigal Guitarist Returns to Montreal to Prove ‘Grass Won’t Grow’.

Cliff Stevens’ hands aren’t slow.   Despite many years portraying Eric Clapton as means to meet the ends, Stevens’ is on his way to ‘bucking’ the label. ‘Grass Wont Grow’ – Stevens’ new album, is an accumulation of years of practice and years of being on the road. Easy going riffs compliment easier going melodies as Cliff reaches into his soul to evoke feelings which … Continue reading Cliff Stevens – The Prodigal Guitarist Returns to Montreal to Prove ‘Grass Won’t Grow’.

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Rick Keene Music Scene Jazz Festival Preview – An Extensive Chat with Dr. Trevor Payne

Dr. Trevor Payne is a Montreal institution. He may only be realizing it now.   Dr. Payne and his Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir have soared to heights not imagined by anyone. Considered to be one of  the top choirs in the world, Trevor Payne is ending his tenure as their leader. Something which is causing great angst inside him. Please listen below to my extensive … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Jazz Festival Preview – An Extensive Chat with Dr. Trevor Payne

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Bands for Baskets – Feeding the Needy in the West Island for Eleven Years!

 There are starving people living in the West Island. It is easy to ignore life’s problems when everything is great in yours ! One day – Bands for Baskets may be something you are thankful for as life  tosses a curve ball across your empty dinner plate. Suddenly – a food basket will be the best gift you will ever receive! Please listen below to some … Continue reading Bands for Baskets – Feeding the Needy in the West Island for Eleven Years!

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The League of Rock Montreal – Final Showcase, Studio Tracks and A Wrap Up with CEO Gary Johnston. Part Two

 The League of Rock Montreal is nearing the finish line in its inaugural session. It has been an interesting journey.  Four bands created from nothing. Rising from personal prowess to functioning Rock n Roll bands. Operating at high speeds as they cruise the landscape of music in Montreal. Along the way – gathering information from some of Montreal’s crème of the crop professional musicians. Rock … Continue reading The League of Rock Montreal – Final Showcase, Studio Tracks and A Wrap Up with CEO Gary Johnston. Part Two

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The League of Rock Montreal – Final Showcase, Studio Tracks and A Wrap Up with CEO Gary Johnston. Part One.

The League of Rock Montreal is nearing the finish line in its inaugural session. It has been an interesting journey.  Four bands created from nothing. Rising from personal prowess to functioning Rock n Roll bands. Operating at high speeds as they cruise the landscape of music in Montreal. Along the way – gathering information from some of Montreal’s crème of the crop professional musicians. Rock … Continue reading The League of Rock Montreal – Final Showcase, Studio Tracks and A Wrap Up with CEO Gary Johnston. Part One.

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Rick Keene Music Scene – What Exactly is The Talk on the Turnpike?

Every year – there is Christmas cheer.  In most places … Please listen below to hear information about Bands for Baskets. An annual event which helps feed the needy in the West Island at Christmas. Also, find out about some upcoming shows in and around Montreal, hear some great tunes and chuckle at musician jokes ! Thanks! Talk Soon !   Visit Bands for Baskets … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – What Exactly is The Talk on the Turnpike?

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