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The Anderson – Ponty Band; Music’s Best Kept Secret Astounded Montreal !

Jon Anderson of Yes fame is one matter. Jean -Luc Ponty is an entire different matter. Place the two together and what you receive in return – matters the most ! The pair were in Montreal last evening on the heels of their album; ‘Better Late Than Never’. An album which took thirty -odd years to come into fruition. Judging by the live versions of … Continue reading The Anderson – Ponty Band; Music’s Best Kept Secret Astounded Montreal !

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Barb Diab and The Smoked Meat Trio; Smokey Kind of Blues …

Sometimes, it is – all about The Blues. Barb Diab and her Smoked Meat Trio ( a condensed version of the full band) are fairly new to the ‘Blues’ scene yet have already made an impact. Whether securing regular spots at The House of Jazz downtown and Laval, or – various other entertainment venues in Montreal and abroad, Diab and her ‘Bluesmen’ are earning their … Continue reading Barb Diab and The Smoked Meat Trio; Smokey Kind of Blues …

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Rick Keene Music Scene – ‘Music DVD Pick of The Week ‘

It’s nice to discover stuff you thought you knew … That is the case with the DVD; Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers: Runnin’ Down a Dream (2007) Everyone knows the hits. ‘Breakdown’, ‘Here Comes my Girl’, ‘Refugee’, ‘Freefallin’. etc etc … Tom Petty ( in case addition is not your strongpoint) has more hits and has been around longer than any band since the mid-seventies except for … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – ‘Music DVD Pick of The Week ‘

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What’s Happening in Montreal?

As usual – a lot happening in Montreal ! Blues, Jazz, Rock, Country and Pop.  Jon Anderson, Justin Bieber, Florence and The Machine and a fundraiser for The West Island Palliative care. Just a few of the things coming !   Please listen below to some great tunes and some acts that are playing in Montreal ! Learn how to buy tickets as well!   … Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal?

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Robert Stefan was ‘ Made in Canada!’

When people think of Canada – they think hockey. In reality, Canadian music has just a long and interesting legacy. How many times have you listened to a great song and were stunned to discover the artist was Canadian! The Stampeders, Chilliwack, A Foot in Cold Water – just a few bands that you have heard the tunes but did not know they went to … Continue reading Robert Stefan was ‘ Made in Canada!’

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Mr. Bolly ‘s Victory ! Local Hip Hop Artist Helps Out Duffy’s Come2gether for West Island Palliative Care Residence

 Victory comes in many forms …   For Mr. Bolly, that form is karma. A weird chain of events which is taking the song ‘Victory’ and transporting it to all sorts of places. All – for the good of mankind.   Please listen below as Mr. Bolly explains the song, the feelings and the results of hard work.   Hard work with very interesting results.   Mr. … Continue reading Mr. Bolly ‘s Victory ! Local Hip Hop Artist Helps Out Duffy’s Come2gether for West Island Palliative Care Residence

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Alain Simard and Andre Menard To Be Honoured by Canadian Music & Broadcast Indsustry

Alain Simard and André Ménard, co-founders of L’Équipe Spectra, will be inducted into the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame during the next Canadian Music & Broadcast Industry Awards Gala in the Toronto Sheraton Centre. Co-founders of L’Équipe Spectra—and, of course, the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal—Alain Simard and André Ménard have strongly influenced the cultural life of the country over almost four decades and have contributed to developing … Continue reading Alain Simard and Andre Menard To Be Honoured by Canadian Music & Broadcast Indsustry

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Jean-Luc Ponty; Coltrane to Zappa to Jon Anderson.

THE ANDERSON-PONTY BAND Jean-Luc Ponty and Jon Anderson Thursday, May 26th 8 pm @ Theatre St.-Denis Buy Tickets Here !   Jean – Luc Ponty is an innovator … Credited as one of the first musicians to implement the violin within Jazz music, Ponty has not stopped there. A musical thirst has carried the seventy-one year old native of France through a long, creative and … Continue reading Jean-Luc Ponty; Coltrane to Zappa to Jon Anderson.

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Gabriela Martina – Her ‘ Sound of Music’ is Real ! Full Interview.

Gabriela Martina yodelled as a young girl in Switzerland. That is where the similarities between her and Maria Von Trapp ends.   Gabriela’s story is real …    Please listen below to my interview with Gabriela !     Visit Gabriela Here !   Continue reading Gabriela Martina – Her ‘ Sound of Music’ is Real ! Full Interview.

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Jean-Michel Blais – A Pianist Making Waves …

  Jean -Michel Blais is a newcomer. Sort of … Jean – Michel Blais started playing the organ at a young age which – in turn, led to the piano. Even though, a love-hate relationship developed for a while between Jean – Michel and music, it is now part of his life in a big way. It may even get bigger …   Please listen … Continue reading Jean-Michel Blais – A Pianist Making Waves …

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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 …

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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!

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