Visit JamesStLaurentPhotography Here ‘Damn Right’ Buddy Guy was in Montreal Saturday night! The 78 year old Blues legend made that clear from the get-go with his opening song; ‘Damn Right I Got the Blues’. There is no greater torch bearer for the Blues than Mr. Buddy Guy and he is not shy to point that out. Currently on tour with his protege; Quinn Sullivan and ‘The … Continue reading ‘Damn Right’ Buddy Guy was in Montreal Saturday Night!
By JOHN AUSTEN Special to Rick Keene Music Scene Three names invariably come up in discussions about which Canadian rock group deserves the label ‘Best of All Time’. There are legitimate arguments to be made for the Guess Who, Bachman-Turner Overdrive and Rush – with a few pretenders sprinkled in for good measure. It’s no accident that Randy Bachman is a founder and major player … Continue reading Randy Bachman: Master Guitarist Delivers Classic Rock and Power
Joe Bonamassa is the real deal. Carrying the legacy of the Blues to a higher level – all the while keeping his feet planted firmly in ‘Muddy Waters’. And … Howlin’ Wolf Listen below to hear some tracks off Joe’s homage to the pair of fabled Bluesmen. Muddy Wolf at Red Rocks? Can it get any better? Yes – He’s in Montreal the … Continue reading Joe Bonamassa – Live at Red Rocks ! Now – Montreal!
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! Part Two
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!
Lots going on in the city. Lots of tunes, fun times and finally … warmth ! Please listen below to several upcoming concert announcements, what’s coming on Rick Keene Music Scene and several great songs – new and old. What better way to start off your weekend? Click on The Montreal International Jazz Festival logo as well as Evenko to discover and buy tickets to … Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and The Greatest Half Hour of Music!
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
If whiskey, cars and ladies are the three most favorite things in your life – ZZ Top is the band to rock out to … The trio who benefited more from the age of Friday Night Videos than any other Blues and Rock formation in history – proved once and for all; Top coat, top hat, And I don’t worry coz my wallet’s fat. Black … Continue reading Under the ‘ZZ’ Top; Montreal Concert Review
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
These were not your Mother’s Mechanics … A legend took the stage last night at Place des Arts. Theatre Maisonneuve was the setting and the Eighties was the era … No – the legend was not Paul Carrack. The original singer of Mike and The Mechanics ( the late Paul Young was the other original singer ) is on his own and has left the … Continue reading Mike and The Mechanics – A Cover Band ( Sort Of)
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!
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