Rick Keene Music Scene – A Conversation With John Oates

John Oates is one half of the best selling songwriting duo in Pop / Rock history. Hall and Oates not only conquered the seventies – they destroyed the eighties as well. Six number one hits are not part of very many songwriter’s vocabulary. Like many musicians, Oates is layered. What you have heard within Hall and Oates is the tip of the iceberg. Sometimes – … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Conversation With John Oates

Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best of Hall and Oates

The best selling songwriting duo in Pop history. Hall and Oates not only conquered the seventies – they destroyed the eighties as well. Six number one hits are not part of very many songwriter’s vocabulary. Please listen below to some of Hall and Oates’ best tunes and the stories behind them. John Oates’ new track paying homage to Don Gibson? Worth the price of admission … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best of Hall and Oates

Rick Keene Music Scene – New Tunes Feat. John Oates & The Good Road Band ‘Live In Nashville

In the words of comedian Emo Philips; ‘It’s New To Me’ Just because things have never been heard before, it doesn’t mean they were not done before. The ‘tree falls in the forest’ scenario. In music – many artists come from one place and wind up in another. Travelling the globe physically and spiritually. Antennas up, hands on chords. Please listen below to some new … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – New Tunes Feat. John Oates & The Good Road Band ‘Live In Nashville

Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best Sax Solos in Rock n Roll History

The saxophone used to be an integral part of Rock n Roll music. Fast forward to 2020 and – not so much. Along with Jazz – inspired drumming, the saxophone added energy and emotion to Rock n Roll. Not only did the Sax add layers – it also grounded the musician’s and listener’s souls. Please listen below to some of the best Sax solos in … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best Sax Solos in Rock n Roll History

Rick Keene Music Scene. A Drive – In Concert; Unmasked

Like Covid itself, Drive -In concerts are polarizing. Some artists such as Kim Mitchell do not like the idea. First – a live show increases the performance of the artist. The energy between the audience and the stage is like a shot of heroin. Creativity and comfort- ability replaces the trepidation of catalogs new and old in artists new or old. People sitting in their … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene. A Drive – In Concert; Unmasked

Rick Keene Music Scene – A Tribute To Django Reinhard and Other Odds and Ends

Old can be new. It is imperative to not live in the past. Growing continually not only keeps the old young – it increases your chances of living long and building a strong immune system. Albums, EPs and songs hit the airwaves everyday. Most get little attention on mainstream media. Please listen below to Some of The Best New Tunes Released This Past Week Visit … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Tribute To Django Reinhard and Other Odds and Ends

Rick Keene Music Scene – The Damn Truth; Montreal’s Top Band Plays Montreal’s First Drive -In Concert

The world needs love and live music. Due to the restrictions placed by the governments – live music has taken a huge hit. Montreal especially. No Jazz Festival. No Osheaga. No Blues Festivals – the list is long and sad. Please listen below to my chat with the drummer of The Damn Truth; Dave Traina. Montreal’s top band are performing at The Royalmount Drive – … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Damn Truth; Montreal’s Top Band Plays Montreal’s First Drive -In Concert

Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best New Tunes

Somebody has to do it. It is imperative to not live in the past. Growing continually not only keeps the old young – it increases your chances of flirting with a more fit, less wrinkly crowd. New tunes are released daily and most can only be heard right here. Please listen below to Some of The Best New Tunes Visit Graffiti Signs Here Visit Jesse … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best New Tunes

Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best New Tunes

Out with the old bathwater. It is imperative to not live in the past. Growing continually not only keeps you young – it increases your chances of flirting. New tunes are released daily and most can only be heard right here. Please listen below to Some of The Best New Tunes Visit Graffiti Signs Here Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best New Tunes

Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete Blues Playlist; The Top Ten Rolling Stones’ Blues Songs

It is okay to have The Blues Starting as a Blues Band in 1962 – The Rolling Stones (decade after decade), have never strayed far from their first love. A catalog as vast and diverse as The Stones contains many pure Blues songs along with Blues – inspired tunes. Is it possible to choose ten? Maybe? Please listen below to The Top Ten Rolling Stones … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete Blues Playlist; The Top Ten Rolling Stones’ Blues Songs

Rick Keene Music Scene – Masks Are Mandatory July 18th Indoors; May As Well Sing About it …

Boo! Normally masks are worn at Hallowe’en. Masks scare liitle kids and masks keep doctor’s germs away from open wounds during normal times. These ain’t normal times. Please listen below to some tunes about masks and hear the two different opinions relating to Covid. Visit Graffiti Signs Here Visit Jesse Protected.com Here Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Masks Are Mandatory July 18th Indoors; May As Well Sing About it …