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Rock for Dimes Montreal; Raising Eyebrows and Money for Great Causes!

Rock for Dimes Montreal is entering it’s eight year. By the amount of money raised so far – it would appear to be in it’s 20th incarnation. A lot of money raised in a short time means two things; Montrealers are generous and Montrealers love to Rock n Roll! Rock for Dimes is a charity evening which places ‘cover’ bands in direct competition with one … Continue reading Rock for Dimes Montreal; Raising Eyebrows and Money for Great Causes!

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Eight

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

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The Wisdom of Emerson, Lake and ‘Carl Palmer’ …

Carl Palmer has been around for a while … The sixty-four year old drummer from England, was born into a musical family. Both parents, his Grandfather and his siblings – all playing instruments around the Palmer homestead. Beginning with his first professional gig at the age of sixteen, Carl has brushed shoulders or played with some of the legends in the music world. Heck – … Continue reading The Wisdom of Emerson, Lake and ‘Carl Palmer’ …

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Christmas Songs in November? Relax – It’s for a Good Cause!

Are you going to have a great big turkey on Christmas day? Maybe the little rug-rats will be spoiled rotten by Santa Claus. Everyone will sit around, drink eggnog and be more merry than a dog with a red ribbon tied to it’s bone … For many, this is not reality. They are people who wish Xmas would go away faster than a P.K Subban … Continue reading Christmas Songs in November? Relax – It’s for a Good Cause!

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Johnny Beaudine; History of Chicago Blues – Part Two

How many times has someone brought you to their car and showed you a double barrel shotgun in the trunk? How many times was it a legendary musician who used it to show strength? Well – Sax player and Chicago -born Blues player Johnny Beaudine may be one of very few who can answer in the affirmative.   Please listen to find out who the … Continue reading Johnny Beaudine; History of Chicago Blues – Part Two

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Johnny Beaudine; The Blues – ‘Live’ from Chicago ….Part One

How many times has someone sat down and explained how good Muddy Waters was. On how many occasions did someone tell a captive audience that Howlin’ Wolf was the best … How many of these storytellers actually played with and/ or  witnessed these legends first hand? Not many. This is where saxophone player Johnny Beaudine comes in. Born in Chicago and receiving a Blues apprenticeship … Continue reading Johnny Beaudine; The Blues – ‘Live’ from Chicago ….Part One

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Maurice Raymond; Montreal’s Mick Jagger – Complete Three Part Interview

Michael Phillip Jagger has been fronting The Rolling Stones for fifty years. Fifty … and counting … Maurice Raymond has been fronting a Rolling Stones’ cover band for thirty-four years. Thirty-four … and counting …       Please listen as Maurice speaks of his legacy as one ( if not the best ) of the Mick Jaggers of the world. It did not start … Continue reading Maurice Raymond; Montreal’s Mick Jagger – Complete Three Part Interview

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Need a Painkiller to Kill the Blues? Call Tommy Castro …

Tommy Castro was born in San Jose, California. Perfect for a music fan because he was a hop, skip and jump away from the San Francisco Bay area. A melting pot for not just the Blues, every other genre possible.   Please listen as Tommy explains his past, his love for music and his new album with The Painkillers. A Bluesy outfit complete with a … Continue reading Need a Painkiller to Kill the Blues? Call Tommy Castro …

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What’s Happening on Rick Keene Music Scene?

What are you doing this week? Mending the piece of  fence where the cattle escaped through? Cooking up a pot of grits to feed the outlaws who are coming to town to soak up the Jazz Festival? Whatever it is – fear not … Visit Rick Keene Music Scene all week to hear some great interviews along with some great tunes. The Jazz festival is … Continue reading What’s Happening on Rick Keene Music Scene?

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Jeff Gunn at Steve’s Music; June 21st for A Guitar Workshop

Jeff Gunn has opened for Peter Gabriel, written the score for a movie starring Reese Witherspoon and  has composed many books for guitar players. Saturday June 21st at Steve’ s Music downtown – he will be teaching what he knows. A workshop for all levels and players of different genres. A for sure -stopover for the  Hendrix-wannabe. Make sure you bring your guitar! Jeff?   … Continue reading Jeff Gunn at Steve’s Music; June 21st for A Guitar Workshop

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