What’s going on ? As usual – quite a bit. You got Jazz, you got Blues, you got Rock n’ Roll and everything in between. That is the beauty of the Montreal Music Scene … Have a listen below to some great tunes and a few of the artists coming to Montreal very shortly. Continue reading In the words of Marvin Gaye … What’s Going on ?
As the entire globe is aware ( including the Illuminati), Prince Rogers Nelson passed away … It is difficult to discover anyone who was not affected some way by ‘ The Purple One’s ‘ death. Sad, mad or indifferent. The Prince of Funk touched everyone. Here now are the ‘Top Ten Signs Prince Affected Your Life …’ 10. You believe The Queen of England was … Continue reading Top Ten Signs Prince Affected Your Life
Gabriela Martina yodelled as a young girl in Switzerland. That is where the similarities between her and Maria Von Trapp ends. Gabriela’s story is real … Please listen below to my interview with Gabriela ! Visit Gabriela Here ! Continue reading Gabriela Martina – Her ‘ Sound of Music’ is Real ! Full Interview.
Jean -Michel Blais is a newcomer. Sort of … Jean – Michel Blais started playing the organ at a young age which – in turn, led to the piano. Even though, a love-hate relationship developed for a while between Jean – Michel and music, it is now part of his life in a big way. It may even get bigger … Please listen … Continue reading Jean-Michel Blais – A Pianist Making Waves …
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 !
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