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Martin Goyette – Gerry Boulet and James Cotton All Rolled Into One !

Martin Goyette is a force to be reckoned with.  Rarely does an artist come along who delivers vocals so powerfully. So passionately. So forcefully. Combining a lifelong education of the Blues with a passion for learning more and more. That’s Martin.  Big Beets is Martin’s sophomore disc and it displays a willingness to take a craft and expand it to another level. Please – listen … Continue reading Martin Goyette – Gerry Boulet and James Cotton All Rolled Into One !

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RIVERCAT – What Happens in New Jersey, Does Not Stay in New Jersey.

What happens in New Jersey, does not stay in New Jersey. Musically, anyways … Springsteen set the bar pretty high for guys like Mark Rivers. Something which clearly shines through on RiverCat’s new album; Hard Road to Freedom.  Please listen below as Mark explains his band RiverCat , his own musical influences and his job as Garland Jeffrey’s tour manager. Hear some great tunes as … Continue reading RIVERCAT – What Happens in New Jersey, Does Not Stay in New Jersey.

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Rick Keene Music Scene – ‘Are You Talkin’ To Me?’

Wanna know what interviews are coming up this week? Well, you have come to the right place.  How do you play it? Simple. Click on the play button  and voila ! Music and previews for your listening pleasure.      The Montreal International Jazz Festival starts June 29th. It promises – once more, to be legendary as acts from all corners of the globe meet in Montreal … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – ‘Are You Talkin’ To Me?’

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Your Weekend Playlist !

Can’t find good tunes on your radio dial? Well, you have come to the right place. Two hours of news and music to play when you want over the weekend. How do you play it? Simple. Click on the play button on each part and voila ! Music of all genres for your listening pleasure.      The Montreal International Jazz Festival starts June 29th. … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Your Weekend Playlist !

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RIVERCAT Covers Del Shannon, Bryan Ferry’s Guitarist and A Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview

It is almost that time of year, boyz and gurls … The Montreal International Jazz Festival starts June 29th. It promises – once more, to be legendary as acts from all corners of the globe meet in Montreal for the largest Jazz Festival in the world. Keep coming back to Rick Keene Music Scene.com for interviews, previews, news and reviews about many of the artists … Continue reading RIVERCAT Covers Del Shannon, Bryan Ferry’s Guitarist and A Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview

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Concert Review; Garland Jeffreys Falls ‘Head Over Heels’ For Montreal !

Someone should not  tell Garland Jeffreys he is seventy-three years old. If he ‘realizes it’ – he may start acting the part.  The legend was in town last night at Club Soda along with a backing band who not only complimented Jeffreys; they were the icing on the guitar case. Two songs into a very lengthy two set show, Jeffreys ( as he is known to do) … Continue reading Concert Review; Garland Jeffreys Falls ‘Head Over Heels’ For Montreal !

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Rick Keene Music Scene.com – What’s Going On Musically in Montreal ?

Bored?  No need to sit around and do nothing. No need to listen to music on your ghetto blaster. Wake up the neighbors and call the kids! Or – better still, have the kids wake the neighbors with loud music ! Please have a listen below to some shows that are coming up. Listen to what interviews are coming up. Hear some fantastic tunes that … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene.com – What’s Going On Musically in Montreal ?

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Rick Keene Music Scene Presents A Musical Salute to The Flintstones!

The Flintstones changed lives … Everyone around the world who had access to television (and in recent years – a DVD player) was affected by The Flintstones. Lessons were learned, morality was taught as the men, women, kids and dinosaurs in Bedrock toiled through their daily lives. The Flintstones babysat millions of people around the world.    A big part of the Flintstones’ phenomena was … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents A Musical Salute to The Flintstones!

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Garland Jeffreys Talks John Lennon and His New Album 14 Steps to Harlem

Garland Jeffreys is ‘still here ‘ …   Not only is he still here, his recent performances and latest album are among the best he has ever done ( or close to it). The seventy three year old native of Brooklyn, N.Y. has been around the block. Been there and done so much in the music business. Whether cementing his friendship with Lou Reed, joining … Continue reading Garland Jeffreys Talks John Lennon and His New Album 14 Steps to Harlem

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Garland Jeffreys Talks Lou Reed, Bo Diddley and His Love of Music.

  Garland Jeffreys is ‘still here ‘ …   Not only is he still here, his recent performances and latest album are among the best he has ever done ( or close to it). The seventy three year old native of Brooklyn, N.Y. has been around the block. Been there and done so much in the music business. Whether cementing his friendship with Lou Reed, … Continue reading Garland Jeffreys Talks Lou Reed, Bo Diddley and His Love of Music.

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Ask Dave the Bartender. Part Two.

Bartenders are a breed apart. That’s why they are kept behind wooden fences … In Hog town, in Toronto – there is such a fellow. Banned from Montreal, tossed from his family – Dave the Bartender stands alone. Secure in his thoughts and confident in his musical knowledge. Join me as I travel to Toronto and ask Dave the Bartender musical questions sent in by … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Ask Dave the Bartender. Part Two.

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Ask Dave the Bartender. Part One

Bartenders are a breed apart. That’s why they are kept behind wooden fences … In Hog town, in Toronto – there is such a fellow. Banned from Montreal, tossed from his family – Dave the Bartender stands alone. Secure in his thoughts and confident in his musical knowledge. Join me as I travel to Toronto and ask Dave the Bartender musical questions sent in by … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Ask Dave the Bartender. Part One

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