Laila Biali – From Sting to Bowie and Lisa Fischer; A House of Many Rooms

Laila Biali is not a household name. She should be. This talented singer and songwriter has rubbed microphones with the likes of Sting and more recently with Lisa Fischer ( Rolling Stones, 20 Feet to Stardom). Please listen below as Laila speaks of her new album ‘ House of many Rooms’ (feat.Lisa Fischer), her upcoming show in Montreal on February 28th and her THOUGHTS on … Continue reading Laila Biali – From Sting to Bowie and Lisa Fischer; A House of Many Rooms

Exclusive to Rick Keene Music Scene – Trumpets in the Sky? It’s Just the New Cat Empire CD !

Trumpets in the air? Aliens? End of the world? Nope. It is the sounds of the new Cat Empire CD. Please listen below to some great tunes from the album ! Thanks for listening ! Talk soon …     Visit The Cat Empire Here !   Visit Montreal En Lumiere Here !           Continue reading Exclusive to Rick Keene Music Scene – Trumpets in the Sky? It’s Just the New Cat Empire CD !

Ron Sexsmith – A Reflection of a Man on a Carousel

Montreal En Lumiere knows how to throw a party! Part of the celebrations include some great musicians and shows. Perhaps – the most talented of the bunch is Ste. Catherines Ontario native Ron Sexsmith.   Please listen below as Ron speaks of the Coen Brothers, his latest tour and new record.   Ron Sexsmith is at Le Gesu on February 20th   Visit Montreal En Lumiere … Continue reading Ron Sexsmith – A Reflection of a Man on a Carousel

Montreal En Lumiere; February 18th – March 5th

Food and music ! Can it get any better ? The 17th Edition of Montreal En Lumiere gets underway this week and aside from culinary delights and bright lights – it is an opportunity for some music stars to shine ! Please listen below to the shows which are part of Montreal En Lumiere as well as other concerts in and around Montreal. Thanks for … Continue reading Montreal En Lumiere; February 18th – March 5th

Susie Arioli Live and It’s Not Yet ‘Spring’ …

Rarely does a golden voice come along … Susie Arioli happens to possess one of these shimmery tools. Lucky for Montreal !   Please listen below to my chat with Susie on the eve of her performance at THEATRE OUTREMONT. The first appearance in Montreal promoting her new album ‘Spring’. The first on her new found path to …?   Susie?   Visit Susie Here! … Continue reading Susie Arioli Live and It’s Not Yet ‘Spring’ …

What Do Jesse Jack, Abandoned Animals and Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine Have in Common? Have a Listen – Won’t Ya?

Montreal’s Jesse Jack had an eye-opening experience as he travelled to Nashville to work on his new album. Jesse gained knowledge which many musicians never do. Equipped with the new found smarts and some great original tunes, Jesse Jack will display his experience on Feb.6th at The Firm ( see link below) to help Gerdy’s Rescue and Adoption Fundraiser.  Noelle Hannibal, one of Montreal’s best … Continue reading What Do Jesse Jack, Abandoned Animals and Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine Have in Common? Have a Listen – Won’t Ya?

Laura Perlman, Andrea Simone, Emilie-Claire Barlow and Barb Diab Sings the Stones !

Women … ! Women … ! Women !   They are all over the place in Montreal these days. The Bell Center, the House of Jazz, Upstairs Bar and Grill – just a few of the venues housing such amazing talent.   Please listen below to hear some tunes from some gals and discover where you can buy tickets! Right here on …. Rick Keene … Continue reading Laura Perlman, Andrea Simone, Emilie-Claire Barlow and Barb Diab Sings the Stones !

Rick Keene Music Scene – Get Off The Couch and See Some Shows! Won’t ya?

Don’t be left all alone at home.  There are always plenty of live shows in and around Montreal. Singers, songwriters and musicians who write their own music and scrape by because the cost of making their music accessible to the public – not very cheap.  Original artists need your help. Not cover bands who have full time jobs and play music as a hobby. Original … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Get Off The Couch and See Some Shows! Won’t ya?

David Henman – You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks

David Henman worked with Myles Goodwyn. One of the greatest Canadian songwriters in history. David Henman is no slouch himself. Beginning with April Wine – David Henman has been a part of the music landscape in Canada since the 1960’s. The Wackers, The Dudes. The Debutantes and Prism. To name a few. There is no question, David Henman has left a mark on Canadian music. Please listen … Continue reading David Henman – You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks

Rick Keene Music Scene – Number One Interview of 2015

Then there were one … Twelve months condensed into one final ‘tip of the iceberg’. The titanic of interviews. The top of the heap, hey number one … Thanks so much for listening in 2015 and hopefully, see you again in 2016. I believe my choice as the top interview is warranted for several reasons. You be the judge and listen below … won’t ya? … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Number One Interview of 2015

Girls ! Girls ! Girls !

There is a famous song about girls. Ok – so there are over 14 Billion songs written about girls. Who’s counting? In recent times, women (the ‘weaker’ sex?) have risen high above men in many musical genres. Pop, Rock, Blues, Country, Jazz, Soul and even – Rap and Hip Hop. Unlike the days of old. Many talented ladies would rot away in an underground bar somewhere … Continue reading Girls ! Girls ! Girls !