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The Greatest Christmas Concert Extravaganza This Side of ..well , Christmas! Band for Baskets Number Nine .. Number Nine .. Number Nine ..

What does the average person spend ten dollars on ? Condoms? Sometimes. Candy? Sometimes. A pack of smokes? Sometimes. Feeding the needy? Seldom … Seems a trifle selfish doesn’t it? This Sunday at Calistoga Grill marks the ninth anniversary of Bands for Baskets. An all day event which provides music for an admission price of ten dollars. This money, 100% goes to help buy food baskets … Continue reading The Greatest Christmas Concert Extravaganza This Side of ..well , Christmas! Band for Baskets Number Nine .. Number Nine .. Number Nine ..

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Junior Wells – Live from Theresa’s

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

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Alex Pangman; Breathing ‘ New ‘ Life Into Life …

Alex Pangman may have seven lives left … How else can you describe a young lady who has survived two double lung transplants. How else? New. That’s how … Pangman’s lungs were so scarred from lung issues from a young age, young adulthood  has proved harrowing to say the least. One rejected pair of lungs later, Alex is back with a new album and feeling … Continue reading Alex Pangman; Breathing ‘ New ‘ Life Into Life …

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Ten

He is the only man  who left Montreal for Ontario and is having fun …! Answering queries which only he can respond to with his delightful insights into the world of music. Rock? Country? Disco? Dave the Bartender attempts to respond to any genre, any time and anywhere … Stump Dave the Bartender! Send questions to Rickkeene2@gmail.com           Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Ten

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Bands for Baskets – Coming Faster Than Chevy Chase on a Sleigh!

Not everyone is okay at Christmas … Some folks need love, some – need food.  Some folks need both. That is where Bands for Baskets comes in … Dec. 7th at Calistoga Grill 2pm Music for the Needy in the West Island. Be There or Be Square. It’s That Simple. Please listen to a few tracks from some of the bands that will be playing … Continue reading Bands for Baskets – Coming Faster Than Chevy Chase on a Sleigh!

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Rock for Dimes Montreal Raises $40,000 Plus !

Montrealers love their music … How else can an explanation be given for the generous outpouring of love and money last evening at The Virgin Mobile Corona Theater. The eight annual Rock for Dimes took place. An event which places  corporate bands against one another to ultimately decide a winning crown. A gilded topping. A notch in the music belt … However, it is not … Continue reading Rock for Dimes Montreal Raises $40,000 Plus !

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Eric Burdon; The Last of the Mohicans

As the rain turned to snow amid temperatures ill – suited for anyone living in California, a native Englishman not from New York – took the stage at The Olympia last night. He was a man who grew up amid shrapnel on the streets. His life, the music business, an annoying fan, his ‘Mom’ and the frigid climate in Montreal, Qc – mere sand in … Continue reading Eric Burdon; The Last of the Mohicans

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The ‘ Genesis ‘ of Steve Hackett …

Contrary to popular belief, the lamb did not lay down on Broadway. Au contraire mon frere … In like a lion, out like a lion, stay like a lion. A summation of Genesis’ career. Starting with Peter Gabriel and ending with Phil Collins at the helm; Genesis roared loud and long … From 1970 until 1978 – Steve Hackett was the lead guitarist in the … Continue reading The ‘ Genesis ‘ of Steve Hackett …

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Nine

Ever had one of those days where nothing goes right? Well – the average Joe on the street, heads to the local bar, sits down and orders a drink. Why not? Bartenders all over the world are prepared to be whoever their clients need them to be. Dave the Bartender is no different. Except … He knows everything about music. Or – so he says … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Nine

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Saturday Night in Montreal and Win Tickets to See and Meet Carl Palmer

Bored? Not a problem. Just a few things to do in this fine city called Montreal tonight along with a few  tunes from the great artists that are playing. Stump Dave the Bartender and win two tickets to see and meet Carl Palmer from Emerson Lake and Palmer fame. Send questions to Rickkeene2 @gmail.com Cool eh?         Continue reading Saturday Night in Montreal and Win Tickets to See and Meet Carl Palmer

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John Fogerty Review – Montreal 2014

What’s with these old guys anyways? First, their ‘throwback’ songs set the bar too high for every young musician to reach, then – as if matters were not worse for the next ‘Mick Jagger’ –  the old guys’ concerts are as high as the tunes. John Fogerty, he of  Woodstock fame – played at The Bell Center last night. The year was 2014 not the … Continue reading John Fogerty Review – Montreal 2014

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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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