Edwin Brownell or his alter – ego; Edwin Orion Brownell … are good men. Whether he is playing piano and entertaining the ‘troops’ at old age homes across Canada, composing and performing classical piano and educating the music world with Mozart and Bach or ‘just’ playing good ol’ Rock n’ Roll with famous Rock stars – one thing is certain. Edwin makes people smile. If … Continue reading Raising Money to Help Syrian Refugees! Duh … !
The Sultans of String, the Juno nominated band of musicians, headed East … Musically. Together with master Sitar player Anwar Kurshid, the band has stepped up their education. Combining the souls of two regions of spiritual awakening, has not only allowed for the output of great tunes, it has established a growing friendship. Please enjoy my interview with Chris McKhool, bandleader and a man with … Continue reading Sultans of String – Never in ‘Dire’ Straights !
Popularity can be a fickle thing … On top of the world one moment, singing with Justin Bieber the next! Sometimes, musicians do not want to give up their last ditch effort to remain as the Gods they once were. Too often – they become jokes and popular only among drunken patrons who themselves attempt to rekindle their youth. Here now are the Top Ten … Continue reading Top Ten Signs Your Career as a Rock Star ‘May’Be Over
The tunes are loved by everyone who listens to them except for Beatles’ fans. They make up the fabric of popular music. They are sung by the not-so-greatest Rock n Roll Band of all time. Please listen below to some great tracks by ….? NOT the Rolling Stones! Continue reading Ladies and Gentlemen … It’s NOT The Rolling Stones?
There is more to the music than meets the eye. Or – something along those linear notes … Please listen below to a few things happening around town and coming up on Rick Keene Music Scene Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and On Rick Keene Music Scene
Moppa Elliot is one heck of a guy … A leader, a visionary and a Bass player extraordinaire. An arranger, a producer – the list goes on longer than drummers in Spinal Tap. Together with a threesome of Jazz musicians, Moppa is intent on changing the landscape into something new with a twist of old. Please listen to a bit of background on … Continue reading Mauch Chunk aka Jim Thorpe – Mostly Other People Do the Killing
Most people have dual citizenships. Keith Richards has dual personalities. In the documentary ‘ Under the Influence ‘ ( available on Netflix) – the lines are blurred with orgasmic pleasure for a true music fan. The general population love Keith Richards. The masses also know very little about the man. They know the myth. They have read the tales of decadent behavior and the seemingly … Continue reading A Review of Keith Richards’ Documentary ‘Under the Influence’
Gary Moffet of April Wine fame did not ‘like to Rock’ as a teenager. Although the now sixty – six year old guitar player is better known as a Rock n Roll guitarist, his true passion shines through in his most recent endeavors. Moffet is a producer, arranger, composer and songwriter. A student of music and a player who has an ear to draw the … Continue reading Gary Moffet – Full Circle in His Musical Tastes …
Sometimes – kids can lead by example. Such is the case with The Record Breakers. A bunch of teens with so much devotion to their craft, it makes adults appear lazy. This is probably one of the reasons The Record Breakers have played more gigs than most Montreal bands this past year. Please listen to a couple of songs from two of the members as … Continue reading The ‘Two Yoots ‘ Ain’t Bad ....
Talk is cheap … That is why most musicians put their music where their mouths or hands are. After all – talking about their craft helps yet unfortunately, does not pay the bills. Please listen below to excerpts from some of my conversations in the past three years. Make sure to visit archives and listen to these interviews in their entirety. Stay tuned for many … Continue reading Best of Rick Keene Music Scene Part Two – Mitch Ryder, Christie Healey, Kim Churchill, Pat Metheny, Devin Cuddy and Jerry Mercer
A lot has gone on in three years! A lot of shows and an awful lot of interviews. In short – quite a bit of musical knowledge has entered my musical psyche. Please listen below to a few samples of some of these interviews along with the artist’s tunes. Make sure and visit archives to listen to these interviews in their entirety. Stay tuned for … Continue reading The Best of Rick Keene Music Scene
Ladies … start your engines ! The Montreal Music Scene and North American rhythmic landscape are ripe with women who not only possess singing chops, there are plenty who can do … pretty much anything musically. Please listen below to a few of these ladies’ songs along with a couple of dudes who are – not too shabby in their own right? Ladies? Gents? One … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents – Ladies Night! ( Sorta)
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