Crooner and pianist Bob Ricci – did not start out that way … Accordions were not very cool after all. Please listens as Bob explains his insight into music, life and ultimately what it all means. Bob? Bob is at The House of Jazz in Laval Tonight! Continue reading Bob Ricci – Music; For The Right Reasons …
Fifty years ago today … Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play … Ok – not really but close. The Fab Four passed through Montreal on Sept.8th, 1964. It was supposed to be a day longer but Ringo received death threats so the group cut short their stay in Montreal. Who says the world is more violent today? Please have a listen as John … Continue reading All You Need is Police Protection! Fifty Years Since The Beatles Played in Montreal
Tom Petty is the real deal … In an age where ageing Rock stars more often than not mail in performances, Petty with his band of Heartbreakers – as refreshing as a sea breeze on a hot and humid day. The sixty-three year old Petty, on tour with his latest album Hypnotic Eye – took the stage at 9pm with a statement which set the … Continue reading Tom Petty Concert Review; Rock n’ Roll is Alive and Well …
Ste. Anne de Bellevue resident Robert Stefan is no stranger to success … Having five top ten French singles on the charts from his debut album to working with former April Wine guitarist Gary Moffet – Robert has seen a lot. Nothing prepared him for a rendez-vous with a soldier. Please listen below as Robert talks of many things including working with the … Continue reading Robert Stefan; To Afghanistan with Love …
Wuz up? What’s happening? What’s going on? A good question – especially if you are a music lover … I have some interviews coming with two new artists and the singer of a great new Jazz outfit out of Massachusetts. All in all – something for everyone. Thanks for listening, have a great week and remember – keep your headphones on unless you are … Continue reading What’s Coming on Rick Keene Music Scene …
Michael Phillip Jagger has been fronting The Rolling Stones for fifty years. Fifty … and counting … Maurice Raymond has been fronting a Rolling Stones’ cover band for thirty-four years. Thirty-four … and counting … Please listen as Maurice speaks of his legacy as one ( if not the best ) of the Mick Jaggers of the world. It did not start … Continue reading Maurice Raymond; Montreal’s Mick Jagger – Complete Three Part Interview
It’s a new week … That means a couple of more interviews and some more songs. Wake the hamsters and call the sheep! Please listen to what is coming up this week on … Rick Keene Music Scene Check out archives and hear many more interviews – including Buddy Guy, Mitch Ryder, Lee Rocker and so much more! The Best of Last Week … Continue reading What’s Coming on Rick Keene Music Scene ?
Martin Goyette has a voice. An inner message which channels the Blues’ legends of the past. Too much? Too corny? Have a listen and decide with your ears … Martin? Martin is singing on Aug.9th at Festiblues Check out all the info on Martin right here! Continue reading Martin Goyette; ‘Sweet Warm Jelly’
It goes without saying, this is one of the finest festivals I’ve ever played! Thank you Montreal for building an institution.” Ben Harper on Instagram. At least one Harper showed. Stephen Harper – our resident Prime Minister did not appear at The Jazz festival nor was his pride evident in Canada’s and the world’s biggest festival. Well – at least God appeared happy. The tunes … Continue reading Montreal International Jazz Festival 2014- Recap Part Three
In the words of Ed Robertson of The Barenaked Ladies; ‘That’s Jazz!” The front-man of Canada’s funnest band, mocking the Festival’s choice of The Barenaked Ladies as an act at Le Festival International de Jazz de Montreal. No doubt, over the years – the Festival has swayed from Jazz. For purists – something which angers them. For music fans – pure bliss. Over the … Continue reading Montreal International Jazz Festival 2014 – Recap Part One.
Jeff Gunn has opened for Peter Gabriel, written the score for a movie starring Reese Witherspoon and has composed many books for guitar players. Saturday June 21st at Steve’ s Music downtown – he will be teaching what he knows. A workshop for all levels and players of different genres. A for sure -stopover for the Hendrix-wannabe. Make sure you bring your guitar! Jeff? … Continue reading Jeff Gunn at Steve’s Music; June 21st for A Guitar Workshop
Vincent Van Gogh cut off his ear. Rumor has it – the landlady took away all his Gogh Van Go songs and he was awfully depressed. Who wouldn’t be? Following a seventeen year hiatus ( complete with a parenting diploma), the alt -Pop duo are back. They have also brought along the original members to play on June 26th at Club Soda in Montreal. How … Continue reading Van Gogh Can’t Listen to Gogh Van Go – It’s a Shame …!
