The Real Reason We Mourn Prince’s Death …

The artist formerly known as ‘ the artist formerly known as Prince‘, aka ‘Prince‘ or ‘Prince‘ Rogers Nelson – passed away. His death, echoing around the globe with thunderous fanfare via social media. Why ? The obvious reasons are acute. Fame, fame and more fame. The brighter the flame, the harder to extinguish. The brighter the flame, the more it spreads with the oxygen provided … Continue reading The Real Reason We Mourn Prince’s Death …

Lorraine Desmarais – Steppin’ Out and Dancing !

Lorraine Desmarais is an accomplished Jazz pianist.  Lorraine has received the 2002 Oscar Peterson Award from The Montreal International Jazz Festival and is a member of The Order of Canada.   Lorraine has released eight solo albums and one big band album.   Make that two with her latest release. Please listen below as Lorraine speaks of her new album and what it was like … Continue reading Lorraine Desmarais – Steppin’ Out and Dancing !

Turn Those Smart TVs Off and Go See Some Shows!

What’s shakin’? What’s happening? What’s going on? As usual – a lot of stuff is going on in and around Montreal. Carlos Santana is bringing his guitars and Michael Kaeshammer is bringing his piano. Just two of the many things going on this week.   Please listen below for other events as well as some great tunes ! Thanks for listening ! Talk soon ! … Continue reading Turn Those Smart TVs Off and Go See Some Shows!

Justin Saladino ‘Teaches’ us ‘No Worries’ …

Justin Saladino is part of a new generation of Blues’ artists in Montreal. The difference is Justin is not only learning – he is teaching as well. A pair of traits which can only lead to bigger and brighter things.   Please listen below as Justin talks about his new EP, teaching, learning and playing guitar.   Justin? What’s up?   Visit Justin Here ! … Continue reading Justin Saladino ‘Teaches’ us ‘No Worries’ …

The Record Breakers; The Kids are Allright !

Some may call them a novelty act. Others may dismiss these teenagers as ‘cute.’   If The Record Breakers’ first EP is any indication, the band will be around a long time~ Please listen below as Hayden, Bella, Devan and Julian talk about their album and look for their keyboard player Michael. Guys? What’s up?   Visit The Record Breakers Here !       … Continue reading The Record Breakers; The Kids are Allright !

Matt Anderson is … an ‘Honest Man’.

Matt Anderson has shared the stage with some pretty big names. B.B. King, Randy Bachman – to name a couple. Please listen below as Matt talks about his new album; Honest Man. A collection of tunes ripe with Blues, Folk, Country and Rock. In other words; real music.   Matt? What’s up?     Check out Matt Here !     Continue reading Matt Anderson is … an ‘Honest Man’.

New Angel Forrest feat. Steve Hill, The Record Breakers, Cat Empire, Stone Doctors Benefit and George ..

Interviews and tunes – a whole lot of both coming up on Rick Keene Music Scene … Please listen below to a preview of next week and hear some old and new tunes from old and young alike.   Thanks for listening ! Talk soon …           Continue reading New Angel Forrest feat. Steve Hill, The Record Breakers, Cat Empire, Stone Doctors Benefit and George ..

Juno Award Winner Steve Hill Talks Volumes!

 Steve Hill has come a long way … Starting with his Solo Recordings Volume One out of necessity, Steve’s one-man band mentality has become the talk of the country.    Please listen below as Steve talks about his latest offering Solo Recordings Volume Three, his new-found success and his guitars of choice.   Thanks for listening ! Talk soon !           Continue reading Juno Award Winner Steve Hill Talks Volumes!

Exclusive to Rick Keene Music Scene – Trumpets in the Sky? It’s Just the New Cat Empire CD !

Trumpets in the air? Aliens? End of the world? Nope. It is the sounds of the new Cat Empire CD. Please listen below to some great tunes from the album ! Thanks for listening ! Talk soon …     Visit The Cat Empire Here !   Visit Montreal En Lumiere Here !           Continue reading Exclusive to Rick Keene Music Scene – Trumpets in the Sky? It’s Just the New Cat Empire CD !