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The Greatest Christmas Concert Extravaganza This Side of ..well , Christmas! Band for Baskets Number Nine .. Number Nine .. Number Nine ..

What does the average person spend ten dollars on ? Condoms? Sometimes. Candy? Sometimes. A pack of smokes? Sometimes. Feeding the needy? Seldom … Seems a trifle selfish doesn’t it? This Sunday at Calistoga Grill marks the ninth anniversary of Bands for Baskets. An all day event which provides music for an admission price of ten dollars. This money, 100% goes to help buy food baskets … Continue reading The Greatest Christmas Concert Extravaganza This Side of ..well , Christmas! Band for Baskets Number Nine .. Number Nine .. Number Nine ..

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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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Eric Burdon; The Last of the Mohicans

As the rain turned to snow amid temperatures ill – suited for anyone living in California, a native Englishman not from New York – took the stage at The Olympia last night. He was a man who grew up amid shrapnel on the streets. His life, the music business, an annoying fan, his ‘Mom’ and the frigid climate in Montreal, Qc – mere sand in … Continue reading Eric Burdon; The Last of the Mohicans

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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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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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Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Eight

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

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The Wisdom of Emerson, Lake and ‘Carl Palmer’ …

Carl Palmer has been around for a while … The sixty-four year old drummer from England, was born into a musical family. Both parents, his Grandfather and his siblings – all playing instruments around the Palmer homestead. Beginning with his first professional gig at the age of sixteen, Carl has brushed shoulders or played with some of the legends in the music world. Heck – … Continue reading The Wisdom of Emerson, Lake and ‘Carl Palmer’ …

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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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Johnny Beaudine; The Blues – ‘Live’ from Chicago ….Part One

How many times has someone sat down and explained how good Muddy Waters was. On how many occasions did someone tell a captive audience that Howlin’ Wolf was the best … How many of these storytellers actually played with and/ or  witnessed these legends first hand? Not many. This is where saxophone player Johnny Beaudine comes in. Born in Chicago and receiving a Blues apprenticeship … Continue reading Johnny Beaudine; The Blues – ‘Live’ from Chicago ….Part One

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Lookout Taylor Swift – Bella is Coming!

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!

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