All that was missing was acid, black light posters and hair … Has there been anyone in the history of music that is identified with one album and a live one at that? Every artist who falls under the legend umbrella has at the very least, three albums and ten hit songs. Sure there are one hit wonders but Peter Frampton doesn’t even fall into … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Frampton Comes Alive in Montreal
Songs and albums bring you back to a special time in your life and they become etched in stone. Even if you were not a fan, in the late seventies, Peter Frampton was all over the radio. Do You Feel Like We Do was an anthem for Rock n Rollers. One of those tunes that musically and lyrically summed up the vibe during a concert, … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Peter Frampton Press Conference at Montreal Jazz Festival
Justin Bieber could have ended up like Bryan Adams. Once upon a time, a young Bryan Adams was shopping his songs around to up and coming bands. Sending demos of his music to bands before Adams himself gained the confidence to perform them. One of the bands who received Bryan’s songs was The Blushing Brides. Lead singer Maurice Raymond politely declined Adam’s tunes and we … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Bryan Adams Delivers A Rock n Roll Class
Some guys are just born with talent. George Benson was here in Montreal Monday evening as part of The Montreal International jazz Festival. Those in attendance witnessed a special evening. Special tunes, special talent and a backing band filled with rhythm. Breezin’ started the night with an indication of Benson’s superb guitar work. Instrumentals are very much part of who Benson has always been and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – George Benson Changes the Jazz Festival Into Broadway
Elegance and charm. A winning combination. Melody Gardot is one of those artists who do not fit into the ‘norm’. With all the penthouse suites belonging to the likes of Lady Gaga, Celine Dion and Adele, Melody lives on the middle floor. Seemingly, by choice. Seemingly – not by choice? Artists like Gardot, sing and play their instruments for the art. Not to say anything … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Melody Gardot Adds Sultry Class to The Jazz Festival
Look no further … Most of the good tunes do not make it to your radio dial. That is a fact and it ain’t pretty. Blues, Rock, Pop, Jazz, Country, Folk – you name it and chances are it is played in someone’s basement. True fans know the tunes but the general public are too busy being treated like sheep. Have a listen below won’t … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best Tunes You Will Hear Today?
The Montreal International Jazz Festival is celebrating it’s 40th Anniversary this summer. Aside from the usual top choices of tunes from all genres and all countries, this year the Jazz folks have added another borough to it’s already large territory. Verdun will feature class acts and expand the Jazz Festival experience to a larger portion of people who may not have the means to travel … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Rick’s Top Free Montreal Jazz Festival Picks
Imagine having a guitar made especially for an album. That is precisely what Kevin Breit did for his new release – Stella Bella Strada. Please listen below to Part Two of my chat with Kevin and hear some great tunes and tales from the new album. Visit Kevin Here ! Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Kevin Breit; One of Canada’s Premiere Guitar Players Shares All. Part Two.
Come out and join the circus won’t ya? The title above could very well be the name of Kevin Breit’s latest album. Instead – Stella Bella Strada is the name of the disc and it translates roughly into ‘Star of the Road’. A fitting title both professionally and personally for the Ontario-born much sought after session man. Please listen below to Part One of my … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Kevin Breit; One of Canada’s Premiere Guitar Players Shares All. Part One
Old people listen to old people and young people listen to young people. That used to be the rule in music yet now things have changed. Parents and Grand Parents hang out with their children and Grandchildren and attend concerts together. For the first time in history – music knows no boundaries. So what are the kids up to musically in Canada? Please listen below … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Kids Are All Right …
Look no further … Most of the good tunes do not make it to your radio dial. That is a fact and it ain’t pretty. Blues, Rock, Pop, Jazz, Country, Folk – you name it and chances are it is played in someone’s basement. True fans know the tunes but the general public are too busy being treated like sheep by corporate radio. Too busy … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Ten Best Tunes You Will Hear Today
Life experiences dictate feelings. HuDost’s Moksha Sommer and Jemal Wade Hines have lived life’s up and downs in the past few years. Loss, gain and pain are a few of the life – changing experiences that have come there way. Like most true artists, their souls feel more than most and thankfully all the trials and tribulations fly high through their art. Please listen below to Part Two of … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – HuDost Shines Brightly On Latest Album ‘Of Water + Mercy’
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