Philip Sayce did not just get off the Rock n Roll truck … A Mini-Van perhaps – but not a truck! Fresh off a triumphant eight city tour of Canada that left fans and critics spellbound, rock guitar sensation Philip Sayce makes his major label debut on Tuesday, April 7 with the release of his album Influence. Originally released in Europe in late August … Continue reading Philip Sayce – This is Your Father’s Rock n Roll!
The Blushing Brides. North America’s version of ‘The Greatest Rock n’ Roll Band in the World.’ Thirty-six years together as ‘The World’s Most Dangerous Cover Band’. Lead guitarist James Green has been there from almost the beginning. He has been there since the band became one of the most sought after tribute bands in North America! James Green has seen it all … Please listen to … Continue reading James Green; Never a Bridesmaid – Always a Blushing Bride ...
A lot coming … Please listen below to what’s coming and two new tracks! The Hi Fins are not appearing. Apologies for the error. Continue reading Strangers in the Night, Nuits D’Afrique and Two Young Up and Coming Guitarists
Colonel Tom Parker made a lot of money off Elvis Presley. Tom Parker of Toronto, aka Colonel Tom – has the same name as the famous promoter / Elvis career killer. That’s where the comparison stops … Tom Parker is a Country / Folk singer who plays Guitar and Mandolin. Unlike Elvis or Colonel Tom Parker – Tom ( of Toronto) writes his own tunes. … Continue reading Colonel Tom Parker Has Not Left the Building! ‘Pour’ Him an ‘American’ Shot !
The Jazz Festival is getting underway very soon … This year’s Festival is dedicated to B. B King. Click on the images below to hear interviews with some of the artists performing outdoors this year. To see a full list of the Outdoor and Indoor Programs Click Here!</span> Stay Tuned for a Lot of Great Interviews ! Thanks for Listening ! … Continue reading The 2015 Montreal International Jazz Festival – Outdoor Shows and Interviews
Herb Alpert was one of the most successful men in the history of music … Then – along with partner Jerry Moss, Herb Alpert created one of the most industrious and fruitful record companies in the history of the music business. A & M Records was designed to house artists in an environment which catered to their individual creativity. Herb Alpert believes to this day … Continue reading Herb Alpert; Staying ‘In the Mood’ After All These Years. Part One, Two and Three
Once upon a time – a music concert was all about fun … The bands got on a stage, played their guitar strings off and parlayed unparalleled enthusiasm into a crowd that expected to be entertained. Due to many factors including big business – many times, this experience is a thing of the past. Thank goodness Nova Scotia – born Joel Plaskett lives in the … Continue reading Joel Plaskett in Montreal
The Jazz Festival is coming real soon ! One of the highlights will be the first presentation of The B. B. King Award. Legendary Bluesman James Cotton will receive the award and stay tuned for my interview with James on June the 2nd. Please listen below to a preview of some of the shows, where to buy tickets and some musical samples. Also – hear … Continue reading Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview and What’s Happening in Montreal !
When the words ‘ All in the Family ‘ are bandied about – usually, it is a general term. Not in Natalie Macmaster and Donnell Leahy’s case. Along with six children who tour and ‘ learn ‘ with Mom and Dad, theirs truly is ‘ a family affair’ … Please listen below as Donnell explains the new album with his wife ( their first) and how having the … Continue reading Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy Are ‘ The One (s) …’
Dave the Bartender is not always at his post … Sometimes – he can be found two blocks away sleeping in an alley. That’s neither here nor there… Invisible sometimes but never void of musical knowledge – Dave the Bartender answers your musical questions with his usual flare … Dave? The Bartender? May 16th at Le Pionnier! Rockin’ for Chloe! Donate Here! … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; What is The Best Hockey Song Ever and Various Other Lies and Innuendo ...
Remember the name Devon Coyote … A trio from Kelowna B.C. Three guys who will knock your socks off in every way possible. Name a genre and chances are somewhere within their music – that sound will come out. In the midst of a three month tour – Devon Coyote are a force to be taken seriously in the Canadian Music Scene. Devon? What’s up? … Continue reading Howlin’ with the Best Young Rock n Roll Band in Canada!
The Ben Racine Band are playing at the Tremblant Blues Festival this summer. They earned it. ‘A Grand New Brew’ is their latest and second offering in CD form. Capturing the sound of Chicago and New Orleans’ Blues combined with a little Funkiness – the disc is a planned love affair between guitar and horns. Please listen below as Ben Racine explains the lethal … Continue reading Ben Racine – Playin’ the Blues ‘Cause He Loves It!
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