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
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!
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
He knows where you’ve been sleeping, he knows who you’ve been sleeping with … He knows if you are naughty. He knows if you are nice. There is not much he does not know, hear or see. Then – he goes to work behind the bar … He is … Dave the Bartender … Got a Question for Dave the Bartender? Rickkeene2@gmail.com Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Eight
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’
Quebec city born Guy Belanger knows a little something about The Blues. Now – he knows a little bit more. From his humble beginnings with guys like Bob Walsh up until a recent brush with greatness in Chicago, Guy has been schooled. Now – it’s his turn to teach … Guy? Visitez Guy Ici! Continue reading Guy Belanger; His ‘Turn’ at The Blues …
A lot coming up … Especially with Blues shows in Montreal. Have a listen to some tunes, some upcoming shows and some information – you may not know. Thanks for listening! Buy Tickets Here for Downchild / Powder Blues Band Continue reading What’s Happening on Rick Keene Music Scene; Special Blues Edition
The man sees every type of person born under a bad sign … He has cleaned up under every type of condition imaginable. He is the unpaid psychiatrist of the world. The listener. The guru of gossip. He is also the man who has listened to every song played on every jukebox this side of Foreigner. He is Dave the Bartender … Email any … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Six
For over three decades Powder Blues has been one of Canada’s leading blues bands. Blues, Jazz, Rock & Roll and R & B. Four styles is what you get each and every time the band takes the stage. On November 2nd at Club Soda – the Powder Blues Band does just that along with The Downchild Blues Band. Two acts, one cause. Two acts … Continue reading Tom Lavin; The Water in the Powder ‘ed’ Blues
Most people at the age of fifteen – haven’t a clue what they want to do when they ‘grow up’. Most people with the exception of Bella Galasso … In a very short time ( with a little help from some friends ), Bella is quickly making a name for herself in the Montreal music scene. Writing songs appears effortless and she is far removed … Continue reading Lookout Taylor Swift – Bella is Coming!
The Lazys came and went … Don’t worry, as Arnold Schwarzenegger will attest; ‘They’ll be back ..” Straight from ‘Down Under’ – the boys are and will be a force to be reckoned with. Starting with ubiquitous energy and ending with no holds barred Rock n Roll – nothing should stop the guys from taking the music world by storm. Nothing except … the … Continue reading The Lazys; Top Ten Best Ways to Trash a Hotel Room
Mo Kenney is a powerful solo artist … Imagine what she sounds like with a band? Please listen as Mo talks about all things related to her new album; ‘In My Dreams’ – her tour and her band … Mo? Visit Mo Here! Click on Sixties Invasion Image to buy tickets! Continue reading Mo Kenney; Socan Songwriter of the Year Talks about New Album and Tour
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