Once upon a time – a music concert was all about fun … The bands got on a stage, played their guitar strings off and parlayed unparalleled enthusiasm into a crowd that expected to be entertained. Due to many factors including big business – many times, this experience is a thing of the past. Thank goodness Nova Scotia – born Joel Plaskett lives in the … Continue reading Joel Plaskett in Montreal
Joe Louis Walker had an opportunity most people do not … Not only did Joe get to play with B. B. King – he also became friends with the Godfather of The Blues. Playing on three albums with B.B. and heading up King’s band – affords Joe the right to pay homage to one of his idols. Please listen below to part one of … Continue reading Joe Louis Walker Pays Tribute to His Friend … B.B. King. Part One
Sisters can do weird things … Sometimes, good things may happen. Such is the case with The BlueBell Sisters. A trio of ladies (with a brother tossed into the mix) singing songs that people love. The entire act is a romp into the past with ties to Wanda Jackson, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis. Add some infectious energy during live shows and voila ! Priceless … Continue reading The BlueBell Sisters – Old School Music Done Right!
No … Hootie was not there … It is easy to mix up bands from the past. Groups who – at one time in music history; ruled the airwaves.The Counting Crows were … one of ‘those’ bands. At Metropolis on May 15th in Montreal, it was easy to forget. Fourteen years had passed since Adam Duritz and company graced La Ville de Montreal with a … Continue reading Counting Crows … in Montreal
When the words ‘ All in the Family ‘ are bandied about – usually, it is a general term. Not in Natalie Macmaster and Donnell Leahy’s case. Along with six children who tour and ‘ learn ‘ with Mom and Dad, theirs truly is ‘ a family affair’ … Please listen below as Donnell explains the new album with his wife ( their first) and how having the … Continue reading Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy Are ‘ The One (s) …’
Remember the name Devon Coyote … A trio from Kelowna B.C. Three guys who will knock your socks off in every way possible. Name a genre and chances are somewhere within their music – that sound will come out. In the midst of a three month tour – Devon Coyote are a force to be taken seriously in the Canadian Music Scene. Devon? What’s up? … Continue reading Howlin’ with the Best Young Rock n Roll Band in Canada!
The Ben Racine Band are playing at the Tremblant Blues Festival this summer. They earned it. ‘A Grand New Brew’ is their latest and second offering in CD form. Capturing the sound of Chicago and New Orleans’ Blues combined with a little Funkiness – the disc is a planned love affair between guitar and horns. Please listen below as Ben Racine explains the lethal … Continue reading Ben Racine – Playin’ the Blues ‘Cause He Loves It!
Laila Biali is a Jazz pianist … Her talent has led her into a world most would dream of … Sting, Paula Cole and Suzanne Vega’s worlds. Now – following a new turn in her career – Laila is releasing something different. Jazz will return yet for now – A Radiance Project is the flavor of the day. Laila? … Continue reading Her Name is ‘Laila’ – She Ain’t No Showgirl … !
Lots to do, as usual, in Montreal … Most Importantly is a Fundraiser for Baby Chloe ! Click Here for information and head to Le Pionnier on May 16th to Rock for Chloe ! Please listen below to what’s coming on Rick Keene Music Scene as well as in Montreal in the next few days. Beirut kicks off the Festival! Montreal, Tuesday, May 5, … Continue reading What’s Coming in Montreal and On Rick Keene Music Scene
Not everyday someone comes along who cares … It’s also rare when that person is in a position to do something about it. When that person continues to do more and more for humanity – that’s when the word ‘ martyr ‘ comes into play. Is Dr. Jarrett Lobley a martyr? He is well on his way … Please listen below as Jarrett explains his … Continue reading Dr. Jarrett Lobley: Housecalls on His Motorcycle and 100% of Album Sales to Charity – Music for The Right Reasons
Emma Frank has her first full album out. Debatable because the latest disc; ‘The People We Are Becoming’ – is the second album. Say what? Please listen below as everything is explained. Emma? Visit Emma Here! Continue reading Emma Frank – Frankly Speaking ...
Bob Walsh has been around. The Bluesman has played with everyone in the Quebec Blues scene at one point in time. Nanette Workman, Guy Belanger … the list goes on. Please listen below as Bob talks abut the new disc, his recent health issues (including the replacement of his aorta) and his love of music. Bob? Visit Bob Here! Continue reading Bob Walsh – ‘After the Storm’ ; First Album Following Triple Bypass Surgery
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