The change of name is significant. Foreshadowing has never met such a friend. Perhaps Jones himself never saw it coming. Or maybe he / she did. An alter name to match the alter ego. Legend says a Monkee was the reason. Legends are made from legends. Undressing a style of music, tossing trends aside for a trendy statement never to be forgotten in anyone’s lifetime. … Continue reading Who the F*ck was David Jones ?
Then there were one … Twelve months condensed into one final ‘tip of the iceberg’. The titanic of interviews. The top of the heap, hey number one … Thanks so much for listening in 2015 and hopefully, see you again in 2016. I believe my choice as the top interview is warranted for several reasons. You be the judge and listen below … won’t ya? … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Number One Interview of 2015
As The Payolas once said; ‘ Christmas is coming, it’s been a long year.’ If you tune in to your favourite radio station at this time of year, the same sorry songs will hit you harder than an elephant falling out of a plane. There is nothing wrong with that yet sometimes it is refreshing to hear something fresh. Something new. Something borrowed. Please listen … Continue reading Christmas Tunes for … er … well, Christmas !
As usual, lots happening musically in Montreal. Please listen below to some of these events as well as a new tune from former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett. Steve is coming to Montreal in April and find out when the tickets are going on sale. Thanks for listening ! Purchase Tickets to A Magical Musical Evening to Combat Prostate Cancer Right Here! … Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and a Brand New Track from Steve Hackett
Ed Sheeran is one lucky fella… Having such a talented songwriting partner helped propel their song ‘Little Things’ to number one on the charts in the UK. Now, Fiona Bevan is on her own and making waves with her new album; Talk to Strangers. A blend of Folk, Pop and Rock, her album is as unique as Fiona herself. Please listen below as Fiona takes … Continue reading Fiona Bevan Enjoys Talking to Strangers …
Ian Stewart, the ‘sixth’ member of the Rolling Stones, was one of the great Boogie Woogie piano players of all time. Unfortunately, like most great piano players in Rock n Roll, Blues and R and B, most ‘music fans’ do not know his name. Johnnie Johnston? Who? Victor Wainright is attempting to change the landscape of the Blues and R and B scene to ensure … Continue reading Victor Wainright – Puttin’ The Boogie Woogie Piano Back into the Mainstream
Jordan Officer has a little tenderness … A self discovery the thirty-eight year old guitarist made during the writing and recording of his latest album Blue Skies. His second solo album following a very successful career with Susie Arioli. Please listen below to Jordan speak of his new album and his long and varied list of musical influences. Jordan? Please Visit Jordan Here! … Continue reading Jordan Officer – Nothing but ‘Blue Skies’ Ahead
Hallowe’en isn’t always scary. Well – ok, it is always scary but some things on that evening are also fun. On October 30th – join two bands for an evening of music and dance from two very different musical acts. A pair of entertainment entities very different in the phases of their careers. Please listen below to Hayden Rabinovitch speak of his band The Record … Continue reading A Spooky Chat with The Record Breakers!
The Province of Quebec is filled with the blues. Luckily, it is also filled with The Blues. Music – that is … Come down to Bistro a Jo Jo on October 6th, 12th and 20th to cheer your favorite Blues’ singers as they compete to represent Quebec in Memphis, Tennessee. Three nights of some of the greatest artists in this Province laying their hearts out … Continue reading Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge – Part Two
So much is going on – even the Pope is gay! As usual – Montreal has a lot to offer in the music field. Concerts, shows – if it has a groove, this city adores it ! Please listen below to what is coming music-wise and find out how to buy tickets online for most of the shows taking place in Montreal and beyond. Thanks … Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and On Rick Keene Music Scene – Spooky!
Blues! Blues! Blues! It is all about the Blues. Especially the next couple of weeks at Bistro a Jo Jo on St. Denis in Montreal. It is the Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge. The winner of the eleven artists competing receive an opportunity to go to Memphis, Tennessee to test their skills there as well. Some of the best Blues artists in Quebec will give … Continue reading Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge at Bistro a Jo Jo – Oct. 6th
To say that ex – April Wine drummer Jerry Mercer has been around is a gross understatement. Starting from scratch and working his way up from Trevor Payne and The Triangle to the wondrous sounds of the Cuban rhythms – Jerry Mercer has played a lot of percussion. He ain’t done yet … Please listen below to my chat with this legendary Canadian musician. Jerry? Continue reading Jerry Mercer; As the Years Have Gone By …
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