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David Myles; ‘It’s Christmas – Every Day of the Year …’

David Myles does not appear as your average Pop star. Then again –  neither did Tiny Tim.  CDs cannot be judged by their covers. Myles – every bit the accountant in appearance, is on the verge of a career which may place him in the same breath as Anne Murray, Gordon Lightfoot and other iconic Canadian singer / songwriters. His new found popularity all started with a Rap … Continue reading David Myles; ‘It’s Christmas – Every Day of the Year …’

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Jesse Jack – Montreal’s Next ‘Massive Attraction’ …?

He’s young, he’s talented, he has a great voice and the ladies love him … What could possibly go wrong? In the entertainment business, especially the music business – a lot can derail a career. Bad management, alcohol, drugs – there are many poor decisions which can easily place someone out of work and ( God forbid) on the streets. It ain’t pretty out there, … Continue reading Jesse Jack – Montreal’s Next ‘Massive Attraction’ …?

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Alex Pangman; Breathing ‘ New ‘ Life Into Life …

Alex Pangman may have seven lives left … How else can you describe a young lady who has survived two double lung transplants. How else? New. That’s how … Pangman’s lungs were so scarred from lung issues from a young age, young adulthood  has proved harrowing to say the least. One rejected pair of lungs later, Alex is back with a new album and feeling … Continue reading Alex Pangman; Breathing ‘ New ‘ Life Into Life …

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Ten

He is the only man  who left Montreal for Ontario and is having fun …! Answering queries which only he can respond to with his delightful insights into the world of music. Rock? Country? Disco? Dave the Bartender attempts to respond to any genre, any time and anywhere … Stump Dave the Bartender! Send questions to Rickkeene2@gmail.com           Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Ten

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The ‘ Genesis ‘ of Steve Hackett …

Contrary to popular belief, the lamb did not lay down on Broadway. Au contraire mon frere … In like a lion, out like a lion, stay like a lion. A summation of Genesis’ career. Starting with Peter Gabriel and ending with Phil Collins at the helm; Genesis roared loud and long … From 1970 until 1978 – Steve Hackett was the lead guitarist in the … Continue reading The ‘ Genesis ‘ of Steve Hackett …

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Nine

Ever had one of those days where nothing goes right? Well – the average Joe on the street, heads to the local bar, sits down and orders a drink. Why not? Bartenders all over the world are prepared to be whoever their clients need them to be. Dave the Bartender is no different. Except … He knows everything about music. Or – so he says … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Nine

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Saturday Night in Montreal and Win Tickets to See and Meet Carl Palmer

Bored? Not a problem. Just a few things to do in this fine city called Montreal tonight along with a few  tunes from the great artists that are playing. Stump Dave the Bartender and win two tickets to see and meet Carl Palmer from Emerson Lake and Palmer fame. Send questions to Rickkeene2 @gmail.com Cool eh?         Continue reading Saturday Night in Montreal and Win Tickets to See and Meet Carl Palmer

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John Fogerty Review – Montreal 2014

What’s with these old guys anyways? First, their ‘throwback’ songs set the bar too high for every young musician to reach, then – as if matters were not worse for the next ‘Mick Jagger’ –  the old guys’ concerts are as high as the tunes. John Fogerty, he of  Woodstock fame – played at The Bell Center last night. The year was 2014 not the … Continue reading John Fogerty Review – Montreal 2014

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Rock for Dimes Montreal; Raising Eyebrows and Money for Great Causes!

Rock for Dimes Montreal is entering it’s eight year. By the amount of money raised so far – it would appear to be in it’s 20th incarnation. A lot of money raised in a short time means two things; Montrealers are generous and Montrealers love to Rock n Roll! Rock for Dimes is a charity evening which places ‘cover’ bands in direct competition with one … Continue reading Rock for Dimes Montreal; Raising Eyebrows and Money for Great Causes!

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Celebrating the Music of Stephen Schwartz; In Just ‘One’ Corner of the Sky

Executive producer Noelle Hannibal is on a mission. An excursion to ensure the music of someone is spread about … The person in question is Stephen Schwartz. Author of such soon-to-be-classic songs such as ‘Day by Day’, ‘No One Mourns The Wicked’, ‘Corner of the Sky’ and ‘Alas for You’ – Schwartz has quickly established himself as one of today’s brightest talents. Noelle Hannibal wants to make … Continue reading Celebrating the Music of Stephen Schwartz; In Just ‘One’ Corner of the Sky

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Christmas Songs in November? Relax – It’s for a Good Cause!

Are you going to have a great big turkey on Christmas day? Maybe the little rug-rats will be spoiled rotten by Santa Claus. Everyone will sit around, drink eggnog and be more merry than a dog with a red ribbon tied to it’s bone … For many, this is not reality. They are people who wish Xmas would go away faster than a P.K Subban … Continue reading Christmas Songs in November? Relax – It’s for a Good Cause!

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Pat Metheny; Returning to his Montreal ‘Roots’

It’s been coming for a while … The occasion when Montrealers can reflect on a career in Jazz. Not a career from a local boy such as Oscar Peterson or Dr. Oliver Jones, a career which harks back  to the beginnings of the Montreal International Jazz Festival. The career of Pat Metheny. Twenty Grammy Awards later – Kansas -born Metheny is returning to Montreal on … Continue reading Pat Metheny; Returning to his Montreal ‘Roots’

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