Finding a treasure takes creativity. Not everything that is in your face is as valuable as it appears. Behind the scenes, under the covers – is where the magic happens. Please listen below to the Album of the Week and find out how to make money as a musician. Visit The Thick Here Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Album of the Week !
‘May as well jump!’ In the wake of Eddie Van Halen’s death, the above lyrics could not be more fitting. When life deals you lemons and viruses – what else can you do? Music heals and is a welcome oasis. A vacation from the troubles that surround you. Please dance to some tunes below as you digest the craziness of the world. Also find out … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Dancing Those Covid Blues Away
A concert unlike any other. How often do you get to see the likes of John Scofield, Christian McBride and Ravi Coltrane on the same night? Add eleven more of the finest Jazz artists on the circuit and the entire night is hosted by Dee Dee Bridgewater? Please click on the link below and buy a ticket to a virtual experience you will never forget … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Watch One of The Finest Music Shows in History ! Jazz for America !
Sometimes – treasure is discovered. Canadian Americana folk-country rocker Jeff Gay is looking way up in his new album, Stargazer. The single “XOXO” — featuring multi-award winning singer/songwriter Christina Martin; available now. Please listen below to the album of the week and find out how to make money as a musician. Visit Jeff Here Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Album of the Week !
Music done right is music done right. Howard Gladstone‘s voice is needed desperately amid these troubling times. In a world filled with catchy loops and fabricated sounds dominating the record charts – a conscience is required to keep things grounded. The Album ‘The Promise’, Gladstone’s sixth release, does just that. With different sensibilities and poignant lyrics – Gladstone just may be Canada’s most recent version … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Howard Gladstone’s New Album ‘The Promise’ Provides Sunshine Through Dark Clouds
Influences come out eventually. Jack De Keyzer, two time Juno Award winner and seven time Maple Blues Award winner has gained a lot of knowledge. Playing with the likes of Etta James and Bo Diddley. Hanging out with B.B. King. First hand education combined with musical thirst has made Jack into one of Canada’s most respected guitar players and songwriters. Please listen below to my … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Jack De Keyzer Pays ‘Tribute’ on Latest Album
There are guitar players and there are guitar players. If I had to choose one Van Halen song. One tune which I recall as the first I heard from the original lineup. Runnin’ With The Devil, for me, best exemplifies the sound of Van Halen and the distinct guitar playing of Eddie. There are many bands with more hits and a greater creative catalogue. Once … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Paying Homage to Eddie Van Halen.
The music business is in trouble. Before Covid reared it’s ugly head, the music industry was wobbling in recent years. Too many people have grown up thinking music is free. Through no fault of their own – recent music fans and even older ones have been taught to listen and download tunes at little or no cost. Cd or album sales, once upon a time … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Odiance; A Live-stream Site Created to Help Musicians
Privacy is a growing concern. Apps, tracking and location on all our ‘essential’ devices are making it difficult to take a necessary pause from reality. Music creates peace and is a welcome oasis – a vacation from the troubles that surround you. Please enjoy some tunes below as you digest the craziness of the world around you. Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – New Tunes Under The Cone of Silence
Sometimes – treasure is discovered. Shemekia Copleland delivers not only vocal prowess on her new album ‘Uncivil War’ – she sends poignant social statements to a world and country that sorely need it. Please listen below to the album of the week and find out how to make money as a musician. Visit Shemekia Here Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Album of the Week !
All that Jazz. The purity along with the improvisational elements make Jazz the ‘thinking man’s music’. Whether you love Jazz or hate it – it is one of the building blocks of modern day music and without it – Tiny Tim may be the biggest star ever ! Please enjoy some tunes below and listen to an opportunity to make money as a musician within … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Sunday Evening Jazz Show; No Masks Required
Sit right down. Kick off your shoes and enjoy some important news for musicians and listen to some great new tunes ! Have a drink. Do you want beer with that or perhaps a glass of wine? Please enjoy some tunes below as you digest the the craziness of the world around you. Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Tunes and Music News You Need to Know
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