Ed Sheeran is one lucky fella… Having such a talented songwriting partner helped propel their song ‘Little Things’ to number one on the charts in the UK. Now, Fiona Bevan is on her own and making waves with her new album; Talk to Strangers. A blend of Folk, Pop and Rock, her album is as unique as Fiona herself. Please listen below as Fiona takes … Continue reading Fiona Bevan Enjoys Talking to Strangers …
To say that Glen Campbell is an American institution is a vast understatement. So vast, most people would not realize the pit for the forest. It is easy to ‘clump’ musicians into a generic concert. Rock ‘n Roll fans would pick out Waylon Jennings from a police line-up when asked to choose Kris Kristofferson. Country music fans can easily mistake Steven Tyler for Michael Phillip … Continue reading A Review of Glen Campbell’s Documentary; I’ll Be Me
Hallowe’en isn’t always scary. Well – ok, it is always scary but some things on that evening are also fun. On October 30th – join two bands for an evening of music and dance from two very different musical acts. A pair of entertainment entities very different in the phases of their careers. Please listen below to Hayden Rabinovitch speak of his band The Record … Continue reading A Spooky Chat with The Record Breakers!
The Province of Quebec is filled with the blues. Luckily, it is also filled with The Blues. Music – that is … Come down to Bistro a Jo Jo on October 6th, 12th and 20th to cheer your favorite Blues’ singers as they compete to represent Quebec in Memphis, Tennessee. Three nights of some of the greatest artists in this Province laying their hearts out … Continue reading Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge – Part Two
So much is going on – even the Pope is gay! As usual – Montreal has a lot to offer in the music field. Concerts, shows – if it has a groove, this city adores it ! Please listen below to what is coming music-wise and find out how to buy tickets online for most of the shows taking place in Montreal and beyond. Thanks … Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and On Rick Keene Music Scene – Spooky!
Blues! Blues! Blues! It is all about the Blues. Especially the next couple of weeks at Bistro a Jo Jo on St. Denis in Montreal. It is the Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge. The winner of the eleven artists competing receive an opportunity to go to Memphis, Tennessee to test their skills there as well. Some of the best Blues artists in Quebec will give … Continue reading Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge at Bistro a Jo Jo – Oct. 6th
To say that ex – April Wine drummer Jerry Mercer has been around is a gross understatement. Starting from scratch and working his way up from Trevor Payne and The Triangle to the wondrous sounds of the Cuban rhythms – Jerry Mercer has played a lot of percussion. He ain’t done yet … Please listen below to my chat with this legendary Canadian musician. Jerry? Continue reading Jerry Mercer; As the Years Have Gone By …
Ria Reece is new on the scene of music. Professionally – that is. Out All Night is her and her band’s take on Ria’s musical experiences growing up. A little bit of Etta James, a lit bit of this and a whole lotta R and B, Blues and Soul. It is the band’s first album of original material, Judging by the sound of it – … Continue reading Ria Reece is Out All Night ! That’s a Good Thing !
As usual – a lot going on … Please listen below to a few events coming up ! Click on Jazz Festival and Evenko logos to buy tickets to many great shows ! Thanks for listening! Talk soon. Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and Rick Keene Music Scene
Edwin Brownell or his alter – ego; Edwin Orion Brownell … are good men. Whether he is playing piano and entertaining the ‘troops’ at old age homes across Canada, composing and performing classical piano and educating the music world with Mozart and Bach or ‘just’ playing good ol’ Rock n’ Roll with famous Rock stars – one thing is certain. Edwin makes people smile. If … Continue reading Raising Money to Help Syrian Refugees! Duh … !
The Sultans of String, the Juno nominated band of musicians, headed East … Musically. Together with master Sitar player Anwar Kurshid, the band has stepped up their education. Combining the souls of two regions of spiritual awakening, has not only allowed for the output of great tunes, it has established a growing friendship. Please enjoy my interview with Chris McKhool, bandleader and a man with … Continue reading Sultans of String – Never in ‘Dire’ Straights !
Popularity can be a fickle thing … On top of the world one moment, singing with Justin Bieber the next! Sometimes, musicians do not want to give up their last ditch effort to remain as the Gods they once were. Too often – they become jokes and popular only among drunken patrons who themselves attempt to rekindle their youth. Here now are the Top Ten … Continue reading Top Ten Signs Your Career as a Rock Star ‘May’Be Over
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