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A Review of Keith Richards’ Documentary ‘Under the Influence’

Most people have dual citizenships. Keith Richards has dual personalities. In the documentary ‘ Under the Influence ‘ ( available on Netflix) – the lines are blurred with orgasmic pleasure for a true music fan. The general population love Keith Richards. The masses also know very little about the man. They know the myth. They have read the tales of decadent behavior and the seemingly … Continue reading A Review of Keith Richards’ Documentary ‘Under the Influence’

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Gary Moffet – Full Circle in His Musical Tastes …

Gary Moffet of April Wine fame did not ‘like to Rock’ as a teenager. Although the now sixty – six year old guitar player is better known as a Rock n Roll guitarist, his true passion shines through in his most recent endeavors. Moffet is a producer, arranger, composer and songwriter. A student of music and a player who has an ear to draw the … Continue reading Gary Moffet – Full Circle in His Musical Tastes …

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The ‘Two Yoots ‘ Ain’t Bad .​.​.​.

Sometimes – kids can lead by example. Such is the case with The Record Breakers. A bunch of teens with so much devotion to their craft, it makes adults appear lazy. This is probably one of the reasons The Record Breakers have played more gigs than most Montreal bands this past year. Please listen to a couple of songs from two of the members as … Continue reading The ‘Two Yoots ‘ Ain’t Bad .​.​.​.

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Best of Rick Keene Music Scene Part Two – Mitch Ryder, Christie Healey, Kim Churchill, Pat Metheny, Devin Cuddy and Jerry Mercer

Talk is cheap … That is why most musicians put their music where their mouths or hands are. After all – talking about their craft helps yet unfortunately, does not pay the bills. Please listen below to excerpts from some of my conversations in the past three years. Make sure to visit archives and listen to these interviews in their entirety. Stay tuned for many … Continue reading Best of Rick Keene Music Scene Part Two – Mitch Ryder, Christie Healey, Kim Churchill, Pat Metheny, Devin Cuddy and Jerry Mercer

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The Best of Rick Keene Music Scene

A lot has gone on in three years! A lot of shows and an awful lot of interviews. In short – quite a bit of musical knowledge has entered my musical psyche. Please listen below to a few samples of some of these interviews along with the artist’s tunes. Make sure and visit archives to listen to these interviews in their entirety. Stay tuned for … Continue reading The Best of Rick Keene Music Scene

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Rick Keene Music Scene Presents – Ladies Night! ( Sorta)

Ladies … start your engines ! The Montreal Music Scene and North American rhythmic landscape are ripe with women who not only possess singing chops, there are plenty who can do … pretty much anything musically. Please listen below to a few of these ladies’ songs along with a couple of dudes who are – not too shabby in their own right? Ladies? Gents? One … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents – Ladies Night! ( Sorta)

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Rick Keene 50th Birthday Bash / Fundraiser for Johnny Beaudine Line Up

Fifty years is a long time … Hard to believe on September 7th, I will be reaching a half century on this planet ( 47 years if you count the times I was in a different world as a teenager). Please help me celebrate and at the same time – raise money for Sax player Johnny Beaudine. Johnny lost his belongings in a fire and … Continue reading Rick Keene 50th Birthday Bash / Fundraiser for Johnny Beaudine Line Up

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Gino Vannelli – Los Angeles and Home .​.​.

Gino Vannelli has been here before. The native Montrealer recently returned  to his birth city for a pair of great shows at The Rialto Theatre. Just four short days after those performances – Gino recorded a DVD and CD of a show in L.A. Please listen below as Gino speaks about that show including a duet with a very unlikely suspect. Is there a new … Continue reading Gino Vannelli – Los Angeles and Home .​.​.

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From Woody Herman to “John Fedchock’s New York Big Band

  Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Fedchock began his career in 1980 as a jazz trombonist with the legendary Woody Herman Orchestra, serving as featured soloist, musical director and chief arranger for Herman’s last two Grammy nominated albums. Herman said of Fedchock, “He’s my right hand man. Everything I ask of John he accomplishes, and I ask a lot. He’s a major talent.” Fedchock has also … Continue reading From Woody Herman to “John Fedchock’s New York Big Band

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Trois Rivieres Blues Festival; Jamiah on Fire!

Jamiah Rogers loves his family of fans. He also loves his family. His real family.  Combined with two cousins in the band along with his manager / songwriting partner / Father – the group Jamiah On Fire are a real ‘family affair’.   Please listen below as Jamiah and his Father talk about all things – on fire! Jamiah? Tony?     Visit Jamiah on Fire … Continue reading Trois Rivieres Blues Festival; Jamiah on Fire!

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Michelle … Ma Belle …! Part One and Two

Michelle Malone is one of … those girls.  Talented but not a household name. Well, not in Montreal anyways. She has worked with the Indigo Girls and Rolling Stones’ keyboardist Chuck Leavell. In between, she has grown to love and admire almost everyone associated with all genres of music. Please listen below as Michelle explains many things including her new album and relates her tale … Continue reading Michelle … Ma Belle …! Part One and Two

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Ask Dave the Bartender; Six Months in a Leaky Boat?

Dave the Bartender remains a mystery. Unearthed and unscathed. Just like his tips … Please listen below as Dave, the Bartender, attempts to answer musical questions sent in by the listeners. Dave? A rum and coke please …     Dundees Aug. 20th – Becky Fiset Cote Sept. 4th – Rick Keene 50th Bday Bash!   Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Six Months in a Leaky Boat?

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