Justin Rutledge – at one point, wanted to be a writer. A Juno Award down the road, things have not gone Justin’s way. Or – have they? Please listen below to hear some new tunes from Justin’s album East and hear his thoughts on bar-tending? Justin? What’s up? Visit Justin Here ! Visit The League of Rock Here! Visit Evenko Here ! Visit The … Continue reading Justin Rutledge – Former Juno Award Winner is Heading ‘ East ‘.
As usual – a lot happening in Montreal ! The Quebec to Memphis Blues Challenge got underway last night and The League of Rock started it’s first Chapter in Montreal ! There are a lot of shows coming – the Jazz All Year Round Series and Evenko are busy as usual and a bevy of local acts are playing everywhere ! Montreal is a great … Continue reading What’s The Talk on The Turnpike ? The Word on the Street ?
If you enjoy Rock music in Montreal – Jason Rockman is your man ! Aside from his duties at Chom – Fm , Jason is also the front man in the local band-done-good, Slaves On Dope. Twenty-three years ago the band was formed and shortly after, signed by Sharon Osbourne to Ozzy’s record label. It’s been an up and down career culminating with what is probably … Continue reading Jason Rockman is Not ‘Horse’ – Slaves on Dope’s Latest Album Feat. Lee-La Baum of The Damn Truth
The League of Rock, Montreal Chapter – has begun … Following successful ongoing stints in Ottawa and Toronto, The League of Rock is underway in Montreal. Following a very intense marketing and promotional campaign, Montreal chapter president Gary Johnston has finally got his men (and woman). The number of musicians required to place four bands ‘in tune’ has been obtained (with two contest winners added to … Continue reading Ready Steve? Andy …. ? Nick …? Alright Fellas … LET’S Go ! The League of Rock Montreal is Underway !
Myriam Phiro has one of those voices … A combination of softness, tenderness and brassiness. All blended perfectly to fit with whatever she decides to sing. Following a very successful tour paying homage to her idol Edith Piaf, Myriam released her album ‘Voyages’ in 2015 in America. On September 29th – it is Canada’s turn to hear the tracks live at Upstairs Bar and Grill in … Continue reading Myriam Phiro; Taking Several ‘ Voyages ‘ on Her New Album !
One of the most important record labels in music history is Verve Records. Verve Records has an important connection to Montreal . Please listen below to hear what that connection is as well as some great recordings from Verve Records. Please listen in part two to find out a few of the shows happening in Montreal in the coming weeks and tonight! Thanks for listening ! Talk … Continue reading The Most Important Record Label and The Connection to Montreal plus What the Heck is Happening in and Around Montreal ?
Pianos and Rock n Roll … The two aren’t always associated with one another. They should be. Johnnie Johnston, Chuck Berry’s ‘greatest sideman in Rock n Roll”, an integral part of the building blocks of Rock and Popular music. What does any of this have to do with Michael Kaeshammer and his new album ‘ No Filter”? Did Michael suddenly switch gears and head on … Continue reading Michael Kaeshammer Discusses his New Album ‘ No Filter ‘ with Special Guest; Randy Bachman
Pianos and Rock n Roll … The two aren’t always associated with one another. They should be. Johnnie Johnston, Chuck Berry’s ‘greatest sideman in Rock n Roll”, an integral part of the building blocks of Rock and Popular music. What does any of this have to do with Michael Kaeshammer and his new album ‘ No Filter”? Did Michael suddenly switch gears and head on … Continue reading Michael Kaeshammer – Liberace to New Orleans; Unfiltered and Seated !
Sometimes answers are hard to come by. Sometimes – responses arrive in mysterious ways. Please listen below as Dave The Bartender answers your musical questions. Surprisingly – he delivers a couple of knock-out punches (answers) concerning The Tragically Hip. Or – does he? Thanks for listening ! Have a question for Dave the Bartender? Send them to Rickkeene2@gmail.com Visit The League of Rock Here ! … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender ! The Legacy of The Tragically Hip !
Sometimes answers are hard to come by. Sometimes – responses arrive in mysterious ways. Please listen below as Dave The Bartender answers your musical questions. Or – does he? Thanks for listening – stay tuned for part two ! Have a question for Dave the Bartender? Send them to Rickkeene2@gmail.com Visit The League of Rock Here ! Visit Evenko Here ! Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Road Trip ! Ask Dave the Bartender !
Welcome to the Hotel Bell Center… It took the entire show and practically Henley’s entire back catalog to arrive at Hotel California. Don’s and his former band – The Eagles, piece de la resistance ( music by Don Felder). Luckily for the punters, it was not the final nail in the coffin at Le Centre Bell. After all – ‘ you can check out any time … Continue reading Don Henley – That’s Why You Pay the Big Bucks ! Montreal Concert Review
When duels are thought of – pianos don’t often come to mind. Pianists Matt Herskovitch and John Roney have other ideas. Combined with the loving mentoring from Dr. Oliver Jones, the pair have completed their first album. The launch of the disc will take place this weekend Sept. 16th and 17th. Please listen below to my chat with Matt about everything related to being … Continue reading Piano Chameleons – Matt Herskovitch and John Roney ‘ Duel ‘ It Out !
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