It’s all about the Bass … Music was in the household with Brandi Disterheft and in her genetic pool. Her Mom – a pianist. Her Aunt – a vocalist. A career in music seemed her destiny. Starting with something her father thought would be funny and interesting, that ‘joke’ has turned out to be a gift to Canadians and the world. A present wrapped … Continue reading Brandi Disterheft – ‘Painting’ Upright Bass on a Blue Canvas
There is nothing like the good ol’ days. Especially when Christmas comes to mind. Most people have fond memories of the Holiday Season and Matt Dusk is one of them. In fact – Matt’s memories are so great, he decided to put together a Christmas album with a couple of guests. Traditional combined with new. A love affair with the past … Trust me … Continue reading Matt Dusk – Bringing Back Christmas in a Big Way !
Bass players unite ! Rarely are Bass players featured prominently on albums for promo. Once in a while – their pictures are front and center, on the back cover of CDs. Simon Daigle – a Granby, Qc. resident, is shaking the normal world to it’s preconceived core. Daigle is one of Quebec’s and Canada’s premiere Bass players. Collaborating with the likes of Victor Wooten, among … Continue reading Simon Daigle – Quebec’s Premiere Bass Player Talks Groove
No longer, deer in the headlights … This was the transformation which took place within the League of Rock Montreal in the past two and a half months. An alteration of Rock n Roll clothes into Rock n Roll tuxedos. Figuratively and literally … Cold Shot – the band. A mixture of Blues, Funk and Pop. A potpourri of versatility. A ship led by an entertainment … Continue reading The League of Rock Montreal – Cold Shot in The Final Showcase
The star of 20 Feet to Stardom was twenty feet away. So – it seemed … The former back-up singer for The Rolling Stones ( just one of many acts Lisa Fischer has enhanced), was at Maison Symphonique in Montreal Saturday night with her band; Grand Baton. What a band it was … In a day and age of auto tune and auto – ‘everything … Continue reading Lisa Fischer Brings a Smile to Montreal
They have come a long way … It is … make or break time. Following a month of rehearsals, The League of Rock Montreal and the four ‘brand spanking new bands’, introduced themselves to the rockin’ world on November 2nd at McKibbons Pointe Claire. It was an opportunity for each member of each band to recognize their place in the world of music. There are no … Continue reading The League of Rock Montreal – Speeding Towards Showcase Number Two on November 16th !
Legend has it … Robert Johnson sold his soul at The Crossroads to the Devil in exchange for Blues superiority. As time goes on, it appears someone else sold their souls and the Devil must have gotten a hell of a lot in return. The Rolling Stones, created and led by Brian Jones – were originally a Blues Band. Schooled by Johnson, Elmore James, … Continue reading The Stones Have The Blues – Part Three. Hear Two New Blues Songs Here!
Legend has it … Robert Johnson sold his soul at The Crossroads to the Devil in exchange for Blues superiority. As time goes on, it appears someone else sold their souls and the Devil must have gotten a hell of a lot in return. The Rolling Stones, created and led by Brian Jones – were originally a Blues Band. Schooled by Johnson, Elmore James, … Continue reading The Stones Have The Blues – Part Two. Parental Guidance Suggested.
Legend has it … Robert Johnson sold his soul at The Crossroads to the Devil in exchange for Blues superiority. As time goes on, it appears someone else sold their souls and the Devil must have gotten a hell of a lot in return. The Rolling Stones, created and led by Brian Jones – were originally a Blues Band. Schooled by Johnson, Elmore James, … Continue reading The Stones Have The Blues – Part One.
*Welcome to the Grand illusion Come on in and see what’s happening Pay the price, get your tickets for the show The stage is set, the band starts playing Suddenly your heart is pounding Wishing secretly you were a star The lyrics from Styx’s great song ‘Grand Illusion’ – never rang so true as they did on November 2nd at McKibbon’s … Continue reading The League of Rock Montreal – The First Showcase? A Huge Success !
In Montreal – Cliff Stevens is known as ‘ Slowhand ‘. Something that came as a surprise to Stevens at one point in his musical life. ” I loved Clapton and loved playing his music.” Says Cliff from his ‘home away from home’ Morocco. “Everywhere I played or went, people kept telling me I sounded like Clapton and looked like him too. It took me … Continue reading Cliff Stevens – Explaining Why ” Grass Won’t Grow’ !
Delfeayo Marsalis comes from Jazz royalty. The Marsalis clan are considered to be building blocks and messengers for the great tradition of New Orleans music. Carrying the torch and integrity of great American Jazz. Delfeayo Marsalis, perhaps more than his brothers Wynton and Branford, or – in a different way, is educating the folks in real time. Adorning the American landscape with words and music, … Continue reading Delfeayo Marsalis – Making America Great Again ! Part Three.
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