Angel has come a long way. Literally and figuratively. This Dorval, Qc. lady – born with the voice of a non-angel, has learned many things in her life. Finally – she gets it. The accolades do as well. Female artist of the year in 2014 at The Maple Blues Awards may not be a Grammy yet for Angel; it may as well be. A Blues-bred … Continue reading ‘Angel’ in our Hearts …
Imagine … Being a huge Blues’ fan and obtaining an apprenticeship from some of the greats. Legends such as Junior Wells, Buddy Guy and James Cotton. They were the ones who taught Johnny Beaudine his craft and toughness to survive in the music business. Please listen to Part One as Johnny explains his great career. Please visit Johnny and The House of Jazz Here! Continue reading John Beaudine – Livin’ the Blues and All That Jazz!
So …. Sabbath came and went. Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler held court on Monday au Centre Bell. What happened? What was said? Here now are the Top Ten Things Overheard at the Black Sabbath Press Conference in Montreal. 10. What? 9. What did Ozzy say? 8. I can’t understand what Ozzy is saying … 7. Huh? 6. It’s not me right? It’s … Continue reading Top Ten Things Overheard at The Black Sabbath Press Conference in Montreal
Tom Wilson and his buddies in Blackie and The Rodeo Kings – loved Willie P. Bennett. So much – they bought the company. Sorta … The band’s name derives from a Bennett song and their first album contained all Bennett covers. Each album ( eight including the new disc South), contains one Willie tune. Safe to say – the band is on the right track. … Continue reading Blackie and The Rodeo Kings; A Surprise!
In my interview conclusion with NEeMA, we discuss her experiences and role working with the native people in Wekweeti (Snare Lake), a small isolated Aboriginal community north of Yellowknife where she was the First Nation’s Band Manager until October 2001. She then continued working for the Dogrib Treaty 11 Council assisting in the Tlicho land claim and self-government negotiations. She has now completed a live album … Continue reading NEeMA; Leaving the Light On …Part Two
9th edition of the Free Blues Camp The Blues Camp presented by TDlaunches a new website for its 9th edition! And here’s the perfect reason to head there right away: it’s time for all young Québec musicians aged 13-17 to register for auditions for the chance to participate in our renownedfree once-in-a-lifetime week-long musical project! The day camp,presented as part of the Festival international de Jazz de Montréal, once again welcomes about fifty teens who will have the opportunity to revel in and refine their … Continue reading 9th Edition of The Blues Camp
Kim Churchill’s new album is being released on April 1st. No joke … This ‘Aussie’ loves Montreal, Neil Young and attempting to make people happy with his songs. He is young, a wandering spirit and filled with curiosity of his travels. His songs ain’t too bad either. Kim …? Please Visit Kim’s Site Here! Continue reading Kim Churchill; From a Land Down Under …
Zucchero is a first in many things. The first Rock Star to play The Kremlin, the first European Bluesman to sell millions of albums in Europe and specifically – Italy. The first Bluesman outside of North America to be invited to play with Clapton, Buddy Guy and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Himself – along with best pal Pavarotti, created Pavarotti and Friends. A collaboration between Opera, … Continue reading Zucchero; His Own Friend …
My, my, my, my, my … What is going on with Bieber? From a cute Youtube sensation to a wanted ‘potential criminal’. Somewhere – Stompin’ Tom is stompin’ in his grave. Now comes the news that Justin wants to alter his official race of ‘white’ to a definate more off – white hue. Somewhat darker. Somewhat BLACK … Somewhere Marvin Gaye is stompin’ in his … Continue reading Top Ten Reasons Why Justin Bieber Wants To Change His Race To Black
Breen LeBoeuf was born in Ontario and ended up one of the first Francophone people to play a concert at the famed Montreal Forum. Pas mal … eh? In these days of language issues in the Province – LeBoeuf is a prime example of what music can do. Eliminate all cultures and make people smile. Blues and Rock n Roll can do that … Listen … Continue reading Breen LeBoeuf; A Union Card for Life …
Lennex, Santers, Mainline, Bravebelt, Klaatu … Heard of these guys? Probably. You just do not know it. Five Canadian bands who paved the way for guys like Bryan Adams and (sigh) Justin Bieber. Commercially – anyways. Bands who did not get their fair due airplay -wise and monetarily. Some did – most had a cup of coffee in the show but in those days, record … Continue reading Great Canadian Rock Show Part Three
Once upon in a lifetime, a young prodigy enters people’s lives and they brush him or her off … Years later – they recognize the person on stage, accepting an award or two and exclaim;” Hey …I used to know that dude (ette). Ya right – go and get your teeth Grandpa ( ma) – it is time for bed! Franco De Crescentis may turn … Continue reading ‘The Devil’ Made Alex Cross Do It!
Rick Keene Music Scene 