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!
It’s always fun to listen to music. It’s even funner to listen to bits of music and try to guess the artist and song title. It’s even funner if you can win a prize! Listen below – guess the ten songs and send them to rickkeene2@gmail.com If you are right, you are eligible to win tickets to see a show. What show? That answer will … Continue reading Guess that Tune – Win a Prize!
Jeff Healey was one of a kind … There were many guitarists better than him. He was better than many guitarists. The one thing that set Jeff apart was something many do not have. Courage. Courage to obtain goals. One thing which made Jeff the man whose legacy will remain forever. Because of courage. Please listen below as Cristie Healey – Jeff’s widow, talks … Continue reading Cristie Healey; Remembering Jeff …
Photographer James St Laurent is doing his part. On March 2nd 2008, Canada and the world lost a great human being. Jeff Healey passed away on that date and the universe lost a piece of it’s orchestra. Jeff’s legacy lives on. His music, his family and now a couple of prints taken by James St Laurent – providing the tools necessary to ensure a better … Continue reading Celebrate Jeff Healey’s Birthday; Buy a Limited Edition Print and Give to Daisy’s Eye Cancer Fund – Part One
Jazz pianist Robi Botos has come a long way. Literally. This Hungarian refugee, currently living in Toronto, had a dream. To play music and make people happy. He arrived in Canada with family in tow and – following tutelages with the likes of Oscar Peterson, his dream is closer than before. Please listen as Robi explains mostly everything. Robi? Continue reading Robi Botos; Good Things Come To Those Who Wait ...
The East Coast music scene is alive and well. Thanks in part to Nova Scotia native Joel Plaskett. His latest offering; The Park Avenue Sobriety Test – is an attempt at capturing that ‘ live on the floor ‘ feeling so prominent in music today. A feel good record with Socan Songwriter of the Year winner Moe Kenney adding her own backing vocals. An element … Continue reading Take ‘The Park Avenue Sobriety Test’ with Joel Plaskett
Dom La Nena started playing Cello at the age of eight. The rest? History as they say … Originally from Brazil and a current resident of France – Dom’s latest album is a foray into strange waters. For her. Please listen below as Dom speaks of her latest project ‘Soyo’, her musical voyage thus far and her work with friend and fellow musician Piers … Continue reading Say ‘ Cello’ to Dom La Nena …
Lawrence Gowan has an alter ego. Or – perhaps, Gowan has an alter ego. Either way, this pair of artists are blessed with talent. Blessed with talent and a love for life. The front-man for Styx since 1999 and one of the most successful solo artists in Canadian history, is all set for another chapter in both Styx’ history and his own solo … Continue reading Meet Lawrence Gowan and His Alter Ego; Gowan. Part One and Two
Every musician can relate. CDs are not selling as much anymore and the cost to put on gigs is high. The pay for the gigs seem to diminish with every passing month. Mike Goudreau is no different. With the help of the internet, Mike discovered a money – making vehicle for his endless repertoire. Please listen below as Mike discusses his new found fame, his work … Continue reading Mike Goudreau – A Must Listen for The Blues and How to Make Money from Music!
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
Dave the Bartender takes time off to feed his dog sometimes. Dave the Bartender does not have a dog … That is why he has the time to ponder musical questions sent in by listeners of Rick Keene Music Scene. Have a question? Send them to Rickkeene2@gmail.com Dave? The Bartender? *The opening sequence was done in parody. On International Women’s Day … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Dylan Sings Sinatra and Other of Life’s Mysteries
Dave the Bartender – pulls no punches … In fact, he is so quick on his feet, by the time an enemy attempts to punch him – Dave the Bartender is four blocks away. Please listen as Dave the Bartender answers questions sent in by listeners. Dave? The Bartender? Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; The Price is Right !
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