The artist formerly known as ‘ the artist formerly known as Prince‘, aka ‘Prince‘ or ‘Prince‘ Rogers Nelson – passed away. His death, echoing around the globe with thunderous fanfare via social media. Why ? The obvious reasons are acute. Fame, fame and more fame. The brighter the flame, the harder to extinguish. The brighter the flame, the more it spreads with the oxygen provided … Continue reading The Real Reason We Mourn Prince’s Death …
Carlos Santana is a legend … There is no denying ‘ Santana’ will go into the history books under several categories. Trailblazer, guitar player extraordinaire, hippie and humanitarian. Only a few of the labels the sixty-eight year old Mexican has earned with hard work. Montreal ( specifically the Bell Center) received a visit from ‘the legend’ last night and judging from the looks of sheer … Continue reading Carlos Santana in Montreal – Money Well Spent!
Justin Saladino is part of a new generation of Blues’ artists in Montreal. The difference is Justin is not only learning – he is teaching as well. A pair of traits which can only lead to bigger and brighter things. Please listen below as Justin talks about his new EP, teaching, learning and playing guitar. Justin? What’s up? Visit Justin Here ! … Continue reading Justin Saladino ‘Teaches’ us ‘No Worries’ …
Steve Hackett – April 9th 2016 Montreal,Qc Steve Hackett is having fun. Regardless of the preciseness, hard work and experience which goes into his guitar playing, bottom line – Steve Hackett (the former Genesis guitarist ) is having fun. On a chilly Saturday evening at Place des Arts, “Corycian Fire” from Steve’s brilliant 2015 album Wolflight immediately warmed the crowd. A mass predominantly consisting of aged … Continue reading Steve Hackett – Montreal Review
Due to a death in the family, Rick Keene Music Scene is on hiatus. Talk soon … Continue reading Back Soon
As usual … a lot coming in and around Montreal. Please listen below, hear some tunes and discover the amazing shows happening in the coming weeks. Thanks for listening ! Talk soon … Visit The Record Breakers Here ! Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – What’s Coming in Montreal
Some may call them a novelty act. Others may dismiss these teenagers as ‘cute.’ If The Record Breakers’ first EP is any indication, the band will be around a long time~ Please listen below as Hayden, Bella, Devan and Julian talk about their album and look for their keyboard player Michael. Guys? What’s up? Visit The Record Breakers Here ! … Continue reading The Record Breakers; The Kids are Allright !
Angel has recruited some angels for her new album. Guitar-playing heavenly bodies. ‘All of them have wings – some of them, don’t know why…’ Please listen below as Angel speaks of her ‘ angels’ and what went down at The Corona Theater on her Birthday ! Angel? What’s up? Check out Angel Here ! Continue reading Angel Forrest’s Eleven Angels !
Matt Anderson has shared the stage with some pretty big names. B.B. King, Randy Bachman – to name a couple. Please listen below as Matt talks about his new album; Honest Man. A collection of tunes ripe with Blues, Folk, Country and Rock. In other words; real music. Matt? What’s up? Check out Matt Here ! Continue reading Matt Anderson is … an ‘Honest Man’.
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Laila Biali is not a household name. She should be. This talented singer and songwriter has rubbed microphones with the likes of Sting and more recently with Lisa Fischer ( Rolling Stones, 20 Feet to Stardom). Please listen below as Laila speaks of her new album ‘ House of many Rooms’ (feat.Lisa Fischer), her upcoming show in Montreal on February 28th and her THOUGHTS on … Continue reading Laila Biali – From Sting to Bowie and Lisa Fischer; A House of Many Rooms
A lot coming … Montreal and Spring. Like two doves in a cage. Filled with song as the sun brightens the future. Music and Montreal. Made for each other. Listen below to some tunes and find out what’s coming. Click on The House of Jazz logo, Evenko logo and Montreal Jazz Festival logo to buy tickets! Thanks for listening ! … Continue reading Jazz All Year Round Series Featuring Jordan Officer
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