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Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten International Interviews 2014 – Part Three

A lot of talking went on in 2014 …. Narrowing down all my chats with musicians to ten was quite the task. All of the conversations, all of them – interesting and educational.   Since I interview so many, two Top Ten lists are in order. One containing people from other countries and two; musicians from Canada.  Please listen all week as I count them down … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten International Interviews 2014 – Part Three

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten International Interviews 2014 – Part One

A lot of talking went on in 2014 …. Narrowing down all my chats with musicians to ten was quite the task. All of the conversations, all of them – interesting and educational. Since I interview so many, two Top Ten lists are in order. One containing people from other countries and two; musicians from Canada.  Please listen all week as I count them down … … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten International Interviews 2014 – Part One

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A Very Merry Christmas with Gary Moffet and Laurie

On December 17th, 2014 – Gary Moffet and his dear friend and former band mate Laurie; joined myself and Sean McKeogh on k103.7fm. It was an honor to have two of the cornerstones of Montreal music to not only play Christmas songs, to also discover some of the history of music in Montreal. Merry Christmas everyone! Please listen below and enjoy … Gary? Laurie?   … Continue reading A Very Merry Christmas with Gary Moffet and Laurie

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Rick Keene Music Scene; Top Ten Concerts of 2014 – Part One and Two

It’s that time of year once again. A time to say, a time to reminisce, an occasion to place memories into a pocket called time. Concerts, just like  shooting stars – come and go … Some remain bright for years while others die within minutes of their creation. Some linger for a fleeting moment – others force gazers to look away or write a ‘bad … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene; Top Ten Concerts of 2014 – Part One and Two

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Christmas Special

Dave the Bartender – like everyone, almost everyone; takes some time at the holidays. Moments to unwind and reflect on his past year.   Before he sets off on an island excursion or a pilgrimage to his pillow, Dave the Bartender is taking away time from his customers in Toronto to answer some musical questions. Please listen to one of the most intriguing conversations this side … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Christmas Special

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David Myles Concert Review; Montreal Dec. 13th 2014

David Myles made his way into the city of Montreal on Saturday night. Given the ‘snowy fact’ the New Brunswick – born Juno Award winner is on tour promoting a Christmas album; ‘a Miracle on 34  …er … Ste. Catherine Street seemed to take place.     Myles is not your average looking music star.  Given the horn rimmed glasses, tuxedo and polite neighbor – … Continue reading David Myles Concert Review; Montreal Dec. 13th 2014

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David Myles; ‘It’s Christmas – Every Day of the Year …’

David Myles does not appear as your average Pop star. Then again –  neither did Tiny Tim.  CDs cannot be judged by their covers. Myles – every bit the accountant in appearance, is on the verge of a career which may place him in the same breath as Anne Murray, Gordon Lightfoot and other iconic Canadian singer / songwriters. His new found popularity all started with a Rap … Continue reading David Myles; ‘It’s Christmas – Every Day of the Year …’

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Junior Wells – Live from Theresa’s; Part Two

Theresa’s was a legendary Blues club in Chicago .. Everyone who was everyone in the Blues scene back in the day – played at Theresa’s. Starting in the 50’s right up until it’s closing in the early eighties; Theresa’s was the spot. Nobody owned Theresa’s, music-wise like Junior Wells. No other musician, not Buddy Guy, not Howlin’ Wolf and not Willie Dixon – held court … Continue reading Junior Wells – Live from Theresa’s; Part Two

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‘ Television is Boring Anyway … ‘ – A Tribute to Bobby Keys 1943 – 2014

Keith Richards does not allow anyone close to his heart who he feels does not have the chops or the strength to play in the Rolling Stones.   Sax player Bobby Keys not only proved his worth musically to Richards, he proved he may have been the one guy who could sustain the same lifestyle Richards become famous for. It is probably why the two … Continue reading ‘ Television is Boring Anyway … ‘ – A Tribute to Bobby Keys 1943 – 2014

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Jesse Jack – Montreal’s Next ‘Massive Attraction’ …?

He’s young, he’s talented, he has a great voice and the ladies love him … What could possibly go wrong? In the entertainment business, especially the music business – a lot can derail a career. Bad management, alcohol, drugs – there are many poor decisions which can easily place someone out of work and ( God forbid) on the streets. It ain’t pretty out there, … Continue reading Jesse Jack – Montreal’s Next ‘Massive Attraction’ …?

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Rick Keene Music Scene Presents; A Carl Palmer Drum Solo

Carl Palmer is ahead of his time … literally. Musically, that’s what it is about. Forget about playing with Greg Lake and Keith Emerson, Carl is too quick  for them … Palmer, the man who once sat in for Mick Fleetwood during a Peter-Green era Fleetwood Mac show, is way ahead of his playing days with ELP. Ahead of ELP but not their music. Friday … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents; A Carl Palmer Drum Solo

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Eleven

He is the man of all seasons; Winter, Summer, Spring  and fall down. Dave the Bartender is available to listen, to talk and to give advice to the most lost of souls. He is also open for the biggest tips. Please listen as Dave the Bartender disperses his wisdom as quick as he delivers shots. Dave? The bartender? Email your questions to Rickkeene2@gmail.com   Donate Here!     Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Eleven

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