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A Talk with a Blues Legend; Mr. James Cotton. Part One and Two.

James Cotton requires no introduction… Introduced to the music of Sonny Boy Williamson at the age of nine – seventy-eight years later; there’s no looking back. Cotton has played with everyone who is anyone in the history of The Blues. B.B. King, Howlin’ Wolf, Willie Dixon, Little Walter, John Lee Hooker, Eric Clapton … The history pages are not big enough to contain a list .. … Continue reading A Talk with a Blues Legend; Mr. James Cotton. Part One and Two.

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Rocky Dawuni – Reggae for Mankind …

Rocky Dawuni has rubbed shoulders with a few ‘ stars’ … Bono, Peter Gabriel and Stevie Wonder.  A trio of musicians who apply their popularity for the good of humankind. Now – Ghana native Rocky Dawuni can be added to that select group. Please listen below and discover why …? Rocky? Visit Rocky Here! Continue reading Rocky Dawuni – Reggae for Mankind …

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‘Damn Right’ Buddy Guy was in Montreal Saturday Night!

Visit JamesStLaurentPhotography Here ‘Damn Right’ Buddy Guy was in Montreal Saturday night! The 78 year old Blues legend made that clear from the get-go with his opening song; ‘Damn Right I Got the Blues’. There is no greater torch bearer for the Blues than Mr. Buddy Guy and he is not shy to point that out.    Currently on tour with his protege; Quinn Sullivan and ‘The … Continue reading ‘Damn Right’ Buddy Guy was in Montreal Saturday Night!

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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!

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The Alec Mcelcheran Trio – Bluesy Rock n Roll At It’s Best! Part Two

When it comes to adding Blues and Rock together – there are very few bands who have pulled it off and lasted … The Rolling Stones are the true survivors. Always keeping to their Blues roots while staying trendy over the years. The Alec Mcelcheran Trio capture the Blues in the true vain of The Stones while adding other elements to keep it fresh. Just like … Continue reading The Alec Mcelcheran Trio – Bluesy Rock n Roll At It’s Best! Part Two

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The Alec Mcelcheran Trio – Bluesy Rock n Roll At It’s Best!

When it comes to adding Blues and Rock together – there are very few bands who have pulled it off and lasted … The Rolling Stones are the true survivors. Always keeping to their Blues roots while staying trendy over the years. The Alec Mcelcheran Trio capture the Blues in the true vain of The Stones while adding other elements to keep it fresh. Just like … Continue reading The Alec Mcelcheran Trio – Bluesy Rock n Roll At It’s Best!

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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!

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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

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Jay Sewall – Old School ( (With a Little Help from Some Friends

Earning a Lys Blues Lifetime Achievement Award is nothing to sneeze at. Earning a lifetime achievement award when life is just getting good, somewhat unfitting. Do they give away two lifetime achievement awards? Jay Sewall is just getting started. Jay has a new album out which includes all of his musical friends he has accumulated over the years. A musical voyage back to the future. … Continue reading Jay Sewall – Old School ( (With a Little Help from Some Friends

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Montreal En Lumiere – Heymoonshaker; BeatBox Meets The Blues

Two guys – one love. “Heymoonshaker” is a music duo from England. Daco Crowe, Beatboxing and Andy Balcon, Guitar. They met in New Zealand and the rest is history. A duo whose love for the Blues and each other ( in a friendship kinda way) has given the world a new way of listening to the legacy of Robert Johnson and Elmore James. Please listen … Continue reading Montreal En Lumiere – Heymoonshaker; BeatBox Meets The Blues

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Fleetwood Mac in Montreal; Time Stands Still …

Fleetwood Mac are one of the biggest selling groups of all time. Over 100 million albums sold. Not so bad. Thursday, February 5th 2015 at the Bell Center in Montreal, they showed why. And then some … Christine McVie is on board for the first time in sixteen years. Sixteen is sweet. Sixteen is an even number and now – Fleetwood Mac are even once … Continue reading Fleetwood Mac in Montreal; Time Stands Still …

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Maple Blues Award Winner for Best New Group; Wicked Grin !

One album with the current line-up. One album; several awards including New Group of The Year at the Maple Blues Awards held on Monday, January 19th in Toronto …. Not too shabby ….   Schooled in the Blues and carrying on that tradition  with their own ‘spin’ on things; Wicked Grin, out of Ottawa, Ontario are -well on their way. Please listen below as Murray speaks … Continue reading Maple Blues Award Winner for Best New Group; Wicked Grin !

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