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Just Who Are the Finalists for The Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge and Do They Live at 2120 South Michigan Avenue?

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?

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Making America Great Again ! ( Through Music ) 

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 ) 

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John Lennon’s Life Through Words and 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

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Tom Lavin; The Water in the Powder ‘ed’ Blues

For over three decades Powder Blues has been one of Canada’s leading blues bands.   Blues, Jazz, Rock & Roll and R & B. Four styles is what you get each and every time the band takes the stage. On November 2nd at Club Soda – the Powder Blues Band does just that along with The Downchild Blues Band. Two acts, one cause. Two acts … Continue reading Tom Lavin; The Water in the Powder ‘ed’ Blues

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Van Gogh Can’t Listen to Gogh Van Go – It’s a Shame …!

Vincent Van Gogh cut off his ear. Rumor has it – the landlady took away all his Gogh Van Go songs and he was awfully depressed. Who wouldn’t be? Following a seventeen year hiatus ( complete with a parenting diploma), the alt -Pop duo are back. They have also brought along the original members to play on June 26th at Club Soda in Montreal. How … Continue reading Van Gogh Can’t Listen to Gogh Van Go – It’s a Shame …!

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Kim Mitchell – Hangin’ Out; Part Two

On May 9th at Club Soda – Kim Mitchell is bringing history to the stage. Long before many Canadian artists were introducing a certain ‘sense of ‘Canadian – isms’ to the world; Mitchell had already been there – done that! Wearing thrift store clothes and injecting humor through music -one of Mitchell’s fortes. No wonder The Barenaked Ladies’ Ed Robertson was such a fan … … Continue reading Kim Mitchell – Hangin’ Out; Part Two

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Bodhaktan’s Month Long St.Patrick Day’s Bash!

It’s gonna be crazy … Seven guys carousing their away across the province for a month! Singing, dancing and carrying on in both official languages. All the while celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Can you say party? Please listen to Jonathan explain everything and then watch these crazy guys in action . Club Soda , March 8th – be there or be really square! Jonathan …? Continue reading Bodhaktan’s Month Long St.Patrick Day’s Bash!

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The Virgins Concert Review; Too Much Attitude!

The Virgins For a while – it all seemed dicey … The Virgins. an American band who just happened to open up for Iggy and The Stooges ( once upon a time ) – seemed destined to not draw any attention late Sunday night.  A half hour before the show, a crowd of less than capacity did not fill Club Soda. As the band took … Continue reading The Virgins Concert Review; Too Much Attitude!

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David Usher – Moist for a Few …

David Usher performed at Club Soda on Thursday night. The former front man for Moist brought his solo act and a new album along for the ride. ‘Songs from the Last Day on Earth‘ is Usher’s eighth solo album since his former band left the scene in 1997. There is not a big difference between the sounds now and then except for Usher’s softness shining … Continue reading David Usher – Moist for a Few …

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