Rick Keene Music Scene – Former April Wine Guitarist Joins Forces to Shine on New Disc !

Gary Moffet is a man of few words. He lets his feelings take over within music. This way of thinking helped propel April Wine to new heights during the band’s most commercially successful period from the mid seventies until the early eighties. Moffet was the principle arranger on the songs from Nature of the Beast. The album which broadened April Wine’s image South of the … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Former April Wine Guitarist Joins Forces to Shine on New Disc !

Rick Keene Music Scene – Dale Boyle; Putting Some Much Needed ‘Gasoline’ Into the Montreal Music Fire

Songwriting is always there but sometimes it takes a while to come out.   This appears to be the case with Dale Boyle.  Originally from the Gaspe region and currently a Dorval resident, Boyle has written five songs that are way ahead of the Montreal curve. Citing one of his major influences as recently departed Tom Petty – it is easy to hear the contributing … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Dale Boyle; Putting Some Much Needed ‘Gasoline’ Into the Montreal Music Fire

Rick Keene Music Scene – What the Heck is Happening in Montreal Musically?

The city that never sleeps … Montreal is always on the go. Running, jogging or walking to live music venues everywhere ! It’s a music lovers dream to be in Montreal ! Please listen below to some of the shows coming our way and find out what historical theater in Montreal changed names and has added wonderful stuff for your musical enjoyment ! Thanks for … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – What the Heck is Happening in Montreal Musically?

Rick Keene Music Scene – A Song for Markov, The ‘Mooch’ and Jack Black Recites Carl Sandburg

Everyone needs a break once in a while. Noise pollution is not good for the musical soul.       Please enjoy some real tunes in the meantime. Rick Keene Music Scene will be back before you can say Andrei Markov !       Listen to my interview with Lawrence Gowan of Styx below !       Visit Styx Here ! Visit Strangers … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Song for Markov, The ‘Mooch’ and Jack Black Recites Carl Sandburg

Rick Keene Music Scene – Lawrence Gowan of Styx Talks About The New Album; The Mission !

Ground control to Maj … Oops! Wrong space journey … Styx has returned to Earth momentarily with their first new album in 14 years ! One can say they are on a ‘mission’. A trip to insert a seamless album into the vast and historic Styx catalog. A recording that will not ‘skip’ the pure sound of the band’s timeline on disc or live.    … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Lawrence Gowan of Styx Talks About The New Album; The Mission !

Rick Keene Music Scene – Festival International Nuits D’Afrique ; Putting Rhythm Into Context !

Festival International Nuits D’Afrique. Be there ! In the 31st year – the Festival International Nuits D’Afrique is necessary. The ingredients; the pre -cursor to all popular music today. No African rhythms? No Jazz Festival. It is – that easy … Please listen below to some tunes from some of the artists performing as well as information pertaining to the Festival ! Thanks for listening … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Festival International Nuits D’Afrique ; Putting Rhythm Into Context !

Rick Keene Music Scene – Jazz Festival Preview; Fuel Junkie

 Every once in a while, a band comes along that makes you smile …   Montreal – based Fuel Junkie are one of those bands. Combining high octane Blues with R&B in the mold of The Powder Blues Band; Fuel Junkie are on the fast track to stardom.  Please – listen below to my chat with Mark Leclerc from the band ! Mark? What’s up? … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Jazz Festival Preview; Fuel Junkie

The League of Rock Montreal – Showcasing Enters a Different Level !

 Johnny was a schoolboy when he heard his first Beatle song, ‘Love me do,’ I think it was. From there it didn’t take him long. Got himself a guitar, used to play every night, Now he’s in a rock ‘n’ roll outfit, And everything’s all right, don’t you know? Johnny told his mama, hey, ‘Mama, I’m goin’ away. I’m gonna hit the big time, gonna be … Continue reading The League of Rock Montreal – Showcasing Enters a Different Level !

Barbra Lica Is ‘ Still Learning’. A Great Thing for Music Lovers of All Genres. Full Two Part Interview

Once upon a time, there were four categories of music to play if you wanted to reach radio stardom … Rock, Country, Jazz and Blues. There were other genres such as Classical and Opera yet face it, the stars of the latter ( minus a handful) did not reach the same global popularity as the stars of the first four genres. Somewhere along the way, music became … Continue reading Barbra Lica Is ‘ Still Learning’. A Great Thing for Music Lovers of All Genres. Full Two Part Interview

Barbra Lica Is ‘ Still Learning’. A Great Thing for Music Lovers of All Genres.

Once upon a time, there were four categories of music to play if you wanted to reach radio stardom … Rock, Country, Jazz and Blues. There were other genres such as Classical and Opera yet face it, the stars of the latter ( minus a handful) did not reach the same global popularity as the stars of the first four genres. Somewhere along the way, music became … Continue reading Barbra Lica Is ‘ Still Learning’. A Great Thing for Music Lovers of All Genres.

Jonas’ Massive November 25th Christmas Party!

Jonas Tomalty was not the best behaved high school student. Having a Father as a teacher kept things interesting. Having a Father in his own high school made things trickier. Add all this to the fact his Mom was a guidance councilor, well – it’s no wonder Jonas became a Rock n Roll rebel … Please listen below as Jonas explains high school as well … Continue reading Jonas’ Massive November 25th Christmas Party!

A Must Listen as Junkyard Villain Rocks The Cause ! Saturday November 19th. Be There or Be Square!

Canadians are a friendly bunch. A place where citizens practice apologies rather than hate. Slap-shots in lieu of slander. Snowball fights instead of ignorance. In short – Canadians are kind, helpful and giving. You know … polite. If there is one Canadian who exemplifies what it is to be Canadian, it is The Junkyard Villain.  What’s that? Junkyard Villain? Is this a professional wrestler who … Continue reading A Must Listen as Junkyard Villain Rocks The Cause ! Saturday November 19th. Be There or Be Square!