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 )
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
Sometimes – everyone is lost … Everyone with the exception of Dave the Bartender. He is cool as a cucumber, hot as a dash of Tabasco and smoother than a fine, aged wine. Dave the Bartender hears everything, sees everything and passes this information along as best he can. Or – does he? Dave? The Bartender? … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; What is the Best Single by an Actor or Actress?
He knows where you’ve been sleeping, he knows who you’ve been sleeping with … He knows if you are naughty. He knows if you are nice. There is not much he does not know, hear or see. Then – he goes to work behind the bar … He is … Dave the Bartender … Got a Question for Dave the Bartender? Rickkeene2@gmail.com Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Eight
Most people at the age of fifteen – haven’t a clue what they want to do when they ‘grow up’. Most people with the exception of Bella Galasso … In a very short time ( with a little help from some friends ), Bella is quickly making a name for herself in the Montreal music scene. Writing songs appears effortless and she is far removed … Continue reading Lookout Taylor Swift – Bella is Coming!
Google is not enough … For answers to be answered properly – it is important to seek the truth. Climb the highest mountains, swim the deepest seas and reach the keeper of knowledge … Dave the Bartender … Questions for Dave the Bartender? Send to rickkeene2@gmail.com ( Drinkers, Wait Staff, Busboys and Passerby’s were not injured during the filming of Dave the Bartender) … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender …
Once upon a time – Montreal radio was the place to be … Heck, once upon a time, music was the place to be. Especially in the early sixties when The Beatles took the world by the scruff of the neck and made radio fun again. Please listen as Marc gives some anecdotes on the eve of the 50th anniversary of The Beatles playing in … Continue reading Montreal Radio Legend Marc ‘Mais Oui’ Denis Remembers The Beatles!
How time flies … The Beatles took the world by storm. Creating a sensation which – to this day; remains unmatched. What was it about these four lads from Liverpool? Their hair? Their suits? Their silly English accents combined with even sillier humor? All of the above for sure yet without an amazing ability to create timeless tunes, sing-a-long melodies and poignant love tales; the … Continue reading All You Need is Police Protection! Fifty Years Since The Beatles Played in Montreal; Part Two
I have been blessed … Combined with a little bit of elbow grease and in the pathway of many talented artists who make their way into Montreal – I was fortunate to have many insightful conversations this past year. Far too many to put a list together as the best. Each one of my talks – informative about music, the music business or the character … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene- 2013 Top Ten Interviews
Marcus Cahill was born far from Liverpool. It did not matter … ” My Father was a guitar player and a Beatle fan.” Says Marcus Cahill (aka John Lennon).” To make me go to sleep as a child he would sing ‘Rocky Raccoon‘ or ‘ Yellow Submarine‘. He would do it every night. As I grew up – I would start playing his records. Because … Continue reading John Lennon in Montreal? Yes and No …
Joe Louis Walker could have easily ended up like several of his friends … Dead. Passed on to that musical graveyard in the sky. A place which houses so many of not only his contemporaries – some of his closest pals. Jimi Hendrix and Mike Bloomfield to name but two. Musicians who – according to Joe, were tempted by the excesses of the music business … Continue reading Joe Louis Walker Knows The Blues! Part One
YUK YUK’S CABARET OPENS Oct. 3, 4 & 5 – YUK YUK’S CABARET: Renowned Canadian comic, Dave (Kids in the Hall) Foley headlines the inaugural week of Montreal’s newest stand-up comedy club. English shows Thursday through Saturday (2 on Sat.) with an all-French line-up every Sunday. $25. Doors open at 7pm; show time 8pm. Saturday shows at 8 & 10:30pm.514-770-7773 or http://www.ticketpro.ca MUSIC Oct. 5 … Continue reading The Rialto Theater – Upcoming Events
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