Chess – The Musical ; Bringing a Piece of ABBA to Montreal

ABBA and musicals – not exactly synonymous with  one another. Two of the Swedish group’s members ( along with Tim Rice) wrote a soundtrack which is beyond fabulous. Please listen below as Producer Noelle Hannibal discusses this Saturday’s show. Hear some of the great tunes involved as well. Buy Tickets Here! In The Wings Production   Continue reading Chess – The Musical ; Bringing a Piece of ABBA to Montreal

David Henman – ‘ Me and Cousin Jim Wrote Our First Song When We Were Twelve …’ Part Two

David, Jim and Ritchie Henman – along with Myles Goodwyn; formed April Wine.   Following stints with bands such as Prism ,The Dudes, and The Debutantes – David Henman has never stopped playing music. Please listen below in Part Two as David speaks on many things. Stay tuned for part three.                         Continue reading David Henman – ‘ Me and Cousin Jim Wrote Our First Song When We Were Twelve …’ Part Two

David Henman – ‘ Me and Cousin Jim Wrote Our First Song When We Were Twelve …’

David, Jim and Ritchie Henman – along with Myles Goodwyn; formed April Wine. Following stints with bands such as Prism ,The Dudes, and The Debutantes – David Henman has never stopped playing music. Please listen below as David speaks of his last two projects. Stay tuned for part two.                     Continue reading David Henman – ‘ Me and Cousin Jim Wrote Our First Song When We Were Twelve …’

Randy Bachman – Taking Care of Business … Again!

At one point in time – Randy Bachman was one half of a songwriting tandem which outsold The Beatles and Rolling Stones. Not bad for a boy / man from Winnipeg, Manitoba.   The Guess Who – Randy’s former ‘super – group’; responsible for many musical memories which are etched firmly into the subconscious of the 1960’s and early 70’s music lover.     Randy … Continue reading Randy Bachman – Taking Care of Business … Again!

Joe Bonamassa – Live at Red Rocks ! Now – Montreal!

Joe Bonamassa is the real deal.   Carrying the legacy of the Blues to a higher level – all the while keeping his feet planted firmly in  ‘Muddy Waters’. And … Howlin’ Wolf   Listen below to hear some tracks off Joe’s homage to the pair of fabled Bluesmen. Muddy Wolf at Red Rocks? Can it get any better? Yes – He’s in Montreal the … Continue reading Joe Bonamassa – Live at Red Rocks ! Now – Montreal!

Ask Dave the Bartender – Easter Bunny Streaking?

Dave the Bartender is a busy guy … Then – he goes to work as a bartender.   Not only does he see and hear everything, Dave the Bartender knows everything he sees and hears. A lethal combination of knowledge and / or hearsay. Please listen below as Dave the Bartender answers your musical questions.             Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender – Easter Bunny Streaking?

Guess that Tune – Win a Prize!

It’s always fun to listen to music. It’s even funner to listen to bits of music and try to guess the artist and song title. It’s even funner if you can win a prize! Listen below – guess the ten songs and send them to rickkeene2@gmail.com If you are right, you are eligible to win tickets to see a show. What show? That answer will … Continue reading Guess that Tune – Win a Prize!

What’s Happening in Montreal and The Greatest Half Hour of Music!

Lots going on in the city. Lots of tunes, fun times and finally … warmth ! Please listen below to several upcoming concert announcements, what’s coming on Rick Keene Music Scene and several great songs – new and old. What better way to start off your weekend? Click on The Montreal International Jazz Festival logo as well as Evenko to discover and buy tickets to … Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and The Greatest Half Hour of Music!

Cristie Healey; Remembering Jeff …

Jeff Healey was one of a kind … There were many guitarists better than him. He was better than many guitarists. The one thing that set Jeff apart was something many do not have. Courage.   Courage to obtain goals. One thing which made Jeff  the man whose legacy will remain forever. Because of courage. Please listen below as Cristie Healey – Jeff’s widow, talks … Continue reading Cristie Healey; Remembering Jeff …

Oliver Charles – A Very Talented Musician …

He comes from a musical family. His Father, Brother and Sister all possess musical chops. Oliver – as a solo artist, is taking the knowledge passed on by his Dad and attempting to take it to another level. So far … So good …! Please listen below as Oliver talks about his music and a gig tonight to launch his latest single. Oliver?   Continue reading Oliver Charles – A Very Talented Musician …

Under the ‘ZZ’ Top; Montreal Concert Review

If whiskey, cars and ladies are the three most favorite things in your life – ZZ Top is the band to rock out to … The trio who benefited  more  from the age of Friday Night Videos than any other Blues and Rock formation in history – proved once and for all; Top coat, top hat, And I don’t worry coz my wallet’s fat. Black … Continue reading Under the ‘ZZ’ Top; Montreal Concert Review