Vincent Van Gogh cut off his ear. Rumor has it – the landlady took away all his Gogh Van Go songs and he was awfully depressed. Who wouldn’t be? Following a seventeen year hiatus ( complete with a parenting diploma), the alt -Pop duo are back. They have also brought along the original members to play on June 26th at Club Soda in Montreal. How … Continue reading Van Gogh Can’t Listen to Gogh Van Go – It’s a Shame …!
Rick Michel is coming to Montreal … A treat for fans of the old school entertainment world. Rick started his career as a comedian and quickly established himself as one of the great impersonators. Among the greats Rick has learned and worked with – Rich Little and Don Rickles. Quite the career and quite the Sinatra homage he is travelling around with. Complete with Sinatra’s … Continue reading Rick Michel; A Stunning Homage to Frank Sinatra!
The Barenaked Ladies have been around … Seven Juno Awards and two Grammy nominations will do that. Please listen as Tyler Stewart gives us a Top Ten list of his favorite cities to play in and why … The Barenaked Ladies are in Montreal as part of the Montreal International Jazz Festival on the 4th of July at Metropolis. Enjoy the show, the interview and the Top … Continue reading Undressing a Barenaked Lady; Tyler Stewart’s Top Ten Favorite Cities
As the talented Ranee Lee sings in her latest album …’What’s Going On’? Perfect words for what is upcoming on Rick Keene Music Scene along with a few new tracks from some Canadian groups. In the case of Go Van Gogh – hear one of their classic songs as a per-cursor to their June 26th Jazz Festival appearance at Club Soda and my interview with … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents; What’s Going On?
How often can one witness nine talented women playing and singing the Blues? Hopefully – this is the start of something great … and more often! Please listen as Josee Brault explains what is happening on Saturday night at Smoke Meat Petes. Josee? * One Love is from Ranee Lee’s new album. Continue reading Nine Women Singing the Blues …
In part two of my interview with Susie Arioli – we discuss labels within music and in life. She also touches on her new album along with her show at the 2014 Montreal International Jazz Festival. July 4th – Scene TD. Two shows – 8pm and 10pm . Be there or be carre … Susie? Visit Susie and the Jazz Festival Right Here! … Continue reading Montreal International Jazz Festival 2014 Preview; Susie Arioli – Part Deux
It was a voice she never knew she had. Far more talented than imagined. Susie Arioli took that voice and traveled far. For the most part – Jordan Officer accompanied her on a musical voyage filled with wonder, excitement and satisfaction. Whether it be playing at Place des Arts or on stage in Paris, France – Susie is having a blast as a working, travelling … Continue reading Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview 2014; Susie Arioli
New songs have a way of getting lost … Except on Rick Keene Music Scene. Please listen below to a few of these tunes from some great up and coming artists. Thanks for listening! Talk soon … Continue reading What’s Up Doc …?
Black Satin Blues is the name of Texarillo‘s first album. It won’t’ be their last. Talent does not disappear that quickly … Please listen as Dwane Dixon explains his excitement for what has been a short but successful jaunt into the Canadian Blues scene. Dwane …? Visit Dwane and Texarillo Here! Visit Jazz Festival Here! Visit Strangers in the Night 10 … Continue reading 2014 Montreal International Jazz Festival Preview; Texarillo – Hometown Boys Done Good!
In the second installment of my interview with Gordon Gano ( one of the founding members of the Violent Femmes), he speaks of many things … How they achieved their name, how they feel about being back together again, who is playing with them in Montreal and his favorite song. He also speaks of writing the riff for one of the most popular songs played … Continue reading Gordon Gano of the Violent Femmes Speaks to Rick Keene; Part Two
Brooklyn- born Ranee Lee is a student. What makes her unique, is she teaches what she learns. Then – she sings about it. Full circle for a lady who was inspired by Dinah Washington. Please listen as this actor, producer, writer, songwriter and singer ( not to mention a wife, Mother and Grandmother), speaks about life, music, her new album and an upcoming show at … Continue reading Ranee … ‘What’s Going on?’
Jordan Officer has come full circle … He started his musical life with a love for the Blues. Following a very successful career working with Jazz crooner Susie Arioli; the guitarist has decided to start anew. A return to his roots. Please listen as Jordan talks about his upcoming Jazz Festival shows as well as his feelings about the Blues. He is a little more … Continue reading Montreal International Jazz Festival 2014 – Preview; Jordan Officer
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