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Myriam Phiro; Taking Several ‘ Voyages ‘ on Her New Album !

Myriam Phiro has one of those voices … A combination of softness, tenderness and brassiness. All blended perfectly to fit with whatever she decides to sing. Following a very successful tour paying homage to her idol Edith Piaf, Myriam released her album ‘Voyages’  in 2015 in America. On September 29th – it is Canada’s turn to hear the tracks live at Upstairs Bar and Grill in … Continue reading Myriam Phiro; Taking Several ‘ Voyages ‘ on Her New Album !

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The Most Important Record Label and The Connection to Montreal plus What the Heck is Happening in and Around Montreal ?

One of the most important record labels in music history is Verve Records. Verve Records has an important connection to Montreal . Please listen below to hear what that connection is as well as some great recordings from Verve Records. Please listen in part two to find out  a few of the shows happening in Montreal in the coming weeks and tonight! Thanks for listening ! Talk … Continue reading The Most Important Record Label and The Connection to Montreal plus What the Heck is Happening in and Around Montreal ?

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Michael Kaeshammer Discusses his New Album ‘ No Filter ‘ with Special Guest; Randy Bachman

 Pianos and Rock n Roll … The two aren’t always associated with one another. They should be.  Johnnie Johnston, Chuck Berry’s ‘greatest sideman in Rock n Roll”, an integral part of the building blocks of Rock and Popular music. What does any of this have to do with Michael Kaeshammer and his new album ‘ No Filter”? Did Michael suddenly switch gears and head on … Continue reading Michael Kaeshammer Discusses his New Album ‘ No Filter ‘ with Special Guest; Randy Bachman

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Michael Kaeshammer – Liberace to New Orleans; Unfiltered and Seated !

Pianos and Rock n Roll … The two aren’t always associated with one another. They should be.  Johnnie Johnston, Chuck Berry’s ‘greatest sideman in Rock n Roll”, an integral part of the building blocks of Rock and Popular music. What does any of this have to do with Michael Kaeshammer and his new album ‘ No Filter”? Did Michael suddenly switch gears and head on … Continue reading Michael Kaeshammer – Liberace to New Orleans; Unfiltered and Seated !

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Ask Dave the Bartender ! The Legacy of The Tragically Hip !

Sometimes answers are hard to come by. Sometimes – responses arrive in mysterious ways.   Please listen below as Dave The Bartender answers your musical questions.  Surprisingly – he delivers a couple of knock-out punches (answers) concerning The Tragically Hip. Or – does he? Thanks for listening ! Have a question for Dave the Bartender? Send them to Rickkeene2@gmail.com Visit The League of Rock Here ! … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender ! The Legacy of The Tragically Hip !

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Rick Keene Music Scene Road Trip ! Ask Dave the Bartender !

Sometimes answers are hard to come by. Sometimes – responses arrive in mysterious ways.   Please listen below as Dave The Bartender answers your musical questions. Or – does he? Thanks for listening – stay tuned for part two ! Have a question for Dave the Bartender? Send them to Rickkeene2@gmail.com   Visit The League of Rock Here ! Visit Evenko Here !   Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Road Trip ! Ask Dave the Bartender !

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A Message to The Australian Pink Floyd; Keep on Shining You Crazy Diamonds !

Pink Floyd ain’t your normal Rock n’ Roll outfit.  Commencing with founding member Syd Barrett’s creative genius, the band elevated music to an entirely different level. Something magical which is difficult to emulate. Except for Down Under. After all, ‘several small species of kangaroos and koalas gathered together in a cave a grooving with a pict’ sounds pretty cool.  The Australian Pink Floyd Show played … Continue reading A Message to The Australian Pink Floyd; Keep on Shining You Crazy Diamonds !

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The ‘ Songs of Life ‘ As Told by Scott Morgan

Vocalist Scott Morgan did not start out that way. Or – perhaps he did … Starting with a background in musical theatre, interrupted by a corporate gig and interrupted once more by a social conscience, Morgan’s return to music is a long and winding one. Egged on by his partner ( musically and romantically) Fred Hersch, Scott’s debut CD is a journey through the past … Continue reading The ‘ Songs of Life ‘ As Told by Scott Morgan

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In the Words of a Jealous Spouse; ‘ What’s Going On ‘ ?

A lot happened in music the past few days and a lot more will be happening! The ‘Hip’ and Gord Downie put on a show for the ages on Saturday evening before 11.7 million Canadians. To put that into perspective, that’s approximately 11.7 million more than Justin Bieber has of stable relationships. At least – some Canadians act Canadian ! Eh? What’s going on in … Continue reading In the Words of a Jealous Spouse; ‘ What’s Going On ‘ ?

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‘Tragically’ … Hip. A Farewell to Gord Downie.

What could possibly be be going through Gord Downie’s diseased head tonight as he prepares to take his final curtain call as the frontman for Canada in front of the ‘ home crowd’ ? Downie – and his band, The Tragically Hip, are closing out a career prematurely due to Downie’s incurable brain cancer. The show ( broadcast nationwide at 8:30pm est on CBC)  will … Continue reading ‘Tragically’ … Hip. A Farewell to Gord Downie.

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Hey Montreal? What’s the Word on the Street and The Talk on the Turnpike?

Face it – Montreal always has a lot of live music going on … Jazz, Blues, Rock, Reggae … and somewhere, someone – is playing along with spoons. Please listen below to some of these shows, some great tunes and get an idea on how to buy tickets! Whether it be local musicians or visitors from afar – music fans are always smiling in Montreal ! … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Hey Montreal? What’s the Word on the Street and The Talk on the Turnpike?

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Rick Keene Music Scene – The League of Rock Has Arrived in Montreal and Why This is Important !

There are many reasons why The League of Rock arriving in Montreal is important and none of them have anything to do with Jack Black. In fact – a school of Rock could not be further from the reality of The League of Rock. Two different animals – one musical head ( so to speak). League of Rock is an opportunity for musicians who normally don’t play … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The League of Rock Has Arrived in Montreal and Why This is Important !

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