The Lost Fingers aren’t lost at all … The band whose name derives from Django Reinhardt’s loss of use in two fingers, are not resting on their laurels. Upping their game to new heights and exploring music from all corners of the globe. The Lost Fingers, a Gypsy-Jazz band are all set for Christmas. Albeit in a non conventional way. Please listen to my chat … Continue reading The Lost Fingers – Christmas in a Non Conventional Kinda Way
Johnny was a schoolboy when he heard his first Beatle song, ‘Love me do,’ I think it was. From there it didn’t take him long. Got himself a guitar, used to play every night, Now he’s in a rock ‘n’ roll outfit, And everything’s all right, don’t you know? Johnny told his mama, hey, ‘Mama, I’m goin’ away. I’m gonna hit the big time, gonna be … Continue reading The League of Rock Montreal – Showcasing Enters a Different Level !
Once upon a time, there were four categories of music to play if you wanted to reach radio stardom … Rock, Country, Jazz and Blues. There were other genres such as Classical and Opera yet face it, the stars of the latter ( minus a handful) did not reach the same global popularity as the stars of the first four genres. Somewhere along the way, music became … Continue reading Barbra Lica Is ‘ Still Learning’. A Great Thing for Music Lovers of All Genres. Full Two Part Interview
Travelling and exploring. That is what many musicians do. Kensico is one of those musicians. Originally from France, Kensico makes her home in Montreal. That is when she is home and not touring and discovering different forms of music. Please listen below as Kensico speaks of her career since the release of her album; White Sage. She also let’s us know when her gigs are. … Continue reading Kensico – Still Exploring …
Once upon a time, there were four categories of music to play if you wanted to reach radio stardom … Rock, Country, Jazz and Blues. There were other genres such as Classical and Opera yet face it, the stars of the latter ( minus a handful) did not reach the same global popularity as the stars of the first four genres. Somewhere along the way, music became … Continue reading Barbra Lica Is ‘ Still Learning’. A Great Thing for Music Lovers of All Genres.
Jonas Tomalty was not the best behaved high school student. Having a Father as a teacher kept things interesting. Having a Father in his own high school made things trickier. Add all this to the fact his Mom was a guidance councilor, well – it’s no wonder Jonas became a Rock n Roll rebel … Please listen below as Jonas explains high school as well … Continue reading Jonas’ Massive November 25th Christmas Party!
Canadians are a friendly bunch. A place where citizens practice apologies rather than hate. Slap-shots in lieu of slander. Snowball fights instead of ignorance. In short – Canadians are kind, helpful and giving. You know … polite. If there is one Canadian who exemplifies what it is to be Canadian, it is The Junkyard Villain. What’s that? Junkyard Villain? Is this a professional wrestler who … Continue reading A Must Listen as Junkyard Villain Rocks The Cause ! Saturday November 19th. Be There or Be Square!
Canada is a hockey kinda place … Pucks, fights and overdressed commentators. A trio of things synonymous with a Country whose symbol is the hard working beaver. Are these things the most famous trio? Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee and Neil Peart would beg to differ. Canada is as vast in it’s musical capabilities as it is in it’s land. Something that many people do not … Continue reading Robert Stefan is ‘ Made in Canada’ !
What is the health of The Blues Scene in Quebec and Montreal? A fair question by passing music fans … Well, in a very small ‘ tip of the iceberg’ sorta way, examples are fast and furious. Last season, in the Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge ( an annual event which chooses the best Blues Band and Solo Act to represent Quebec in Memphis), The Paul … Continue reading Just Who Are the Finalists for The Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge and Do They Live at 2120 South Michigan Avenue?
Ah … America ! The land of the free and the home of the brave … or is it bravado? Love ’em or hate ’em, the Unites States are a lot of fun to watch and learn from. This election brings craziness like it has never been seen before. Some, wish for the days of old, when America was great ! Or – is it … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Making America Great Again ! ( Through Music )
John Lennon left a legacy to the world. One filled with hope, love and tragedy. Daniel Taylor, straight from Liverpool, is carrying on the words and songs of Lennon. Not a Tribute show, more of an insight into the life of a man whose songs sometimes carry too much of the weight behind a very complex individual. Alongside piano player Stewart D’arrietta, Daniel provides the tales … Continue reading John Lennon’s Life Through Words and Music
Brazil is not that far away from New York musically. Just ask Ricardo Grilli … Ricardo left his native land to attend Berklee College of Music and has now completed two albums in under four years. Pretty good for a guy who only started playing guitar at the age of twenty ! Please listen below to Ricardo speak of all things Grilli! Visit Ricardo … Continue reading Ricardo Grilli – ‘1954’ and Counting …
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