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A Review of Keith Richards’ Documentary ‘Under the Influence’

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’

Rick Keene19 Sep 201520 Sep 20151 Comment

Blues, Cd Review, Jazz, Rock

Matthew Barber; A ‘Big Romance’ with Songwriting …

Matthew Barber considers himself to be a romantic … A lover and observer of all things in the universe. A songwriter. A modern day poet. In his latest album; ‘Big Romance‘, this Juno Award nominee – places his heart on the line and finishes first. A blend of old school Blues, Folk and Country – blended purposely with a Pop / Rock mentality. Surrounding himself … Continue reading Matthew Barber; A ‘Big Romance’ with Songwriting …

Rick Keene28 May 201428 May 2014Leave a comment

Blues, Cd Review, Concert Review

‘Lil Andy – Up Close and Personal

Country music is alive and well in Montreal … According to the genre’s rising star in this province – ‘Lil Andy would not like to play anywhere else – for long … Listen as Andy explains many things including his latest CD, his influences and how he surprised his Mom! Andy …? Continue reading ‘Lil Andy – Up Close and Personal

Rick Keene24 Jan 201425 Jan 2014Leave a comment

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Bobby Dove; Montreal’s Biggest Country Asset

Although Country music is not in very high demand in Quebec – especially ‘real’ Country music, singer and songwriter Bobby Dove is the one person who could change all that … Blessed with vocals as sweet as Apple Pie – Bobby is determned to make a mark for herself in Montreal and the rest of Canada. Please listen as Miss Dove explains her album, her … Continue reading Bobby Dove; Montreal’s Biggest Country Asset

Rick Keene5 Dec 2013Leave a comment

Concert Review, Rock, Uncategorized

Lee Rocker – Strays From the Cats …

What’s a bass player – without a bass? A bass player of course. But not just any bass player. The musician in question who landed in Montreal just hours before his show at the Rialto Theater, sans bass, was former ( and current?) Stray Cat Lee Rocker … “I am a little nervous …” Said Rocker moments before he took the stage following a great … Continue reading Lee Rocker – Strays From the Cats …

Rick Keene31 Aug 201331 Aug 2013Leave a comment

Concert Review, Rock

A Musical Trip to Ottawa …

The Blues Babes Guest House has a few more shows coming up this summer – all of them are at THE BEAN THERE CAFE – at the traffic lights in South River. We are always excited to bring great folks to town, but numbers are down for our shows and this is a concern when it comes to launching a new festival. Summer time is … Continue reading A Musical Trip to Ottawa …

Rick Keene23 Jul 201323 Jul 2013Leave a comment

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Jim Henman Still Has That ‘Same Old Feeling ‘ …

It has been a long time since Jim Henman recruited Myles Goodwyn to play in a band which became known as April Wine … All these years later, Mr. Henman – a pioneer in Canadian music, has a new album and it is a return to his roots. All the music he loved growing up – returns to haunt the musician along with his many … Continue reading Jim Henman Still Has That ‘Same Old Feeling ‘ …

Rick Keene1 Feb 20131 Feb 2013Leave a comment