Excuse me … you will have to speak up … Attending so many concerts in 2014 leaves a guy – short of hearing. It has been a slice to hear, witness and meet so many musicians in the past year – it is almost criminal to come up with a Top Ten list, never mind a number one show … Nine of the shows was … Continue reading Without Further Ado … The Number One Concert of 2014 Is …
Dave the Bartender – like everyone, almost everyone; takes some time at the holidays. Moments to unwind and reflect on his past year. Before he sets off on an island excursion or a pilgrimage to his pillow, Dave the Bartender is taking away time from his customers in Toronto to answer some musical questions. Please listen to one of the most intriguing conversations this side … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Christmas Special
Keith Richards does not allow anyone close to his heart who he feels does not have the chops or the strength to play in the Rolling Stones. Sax player Bobby Keys not only proved his worth musically to Richards, he proved he may have been the one guy who could sustain the same lifestyle Richards become famous for. It is probably why the two … Continue reading ‘ Television is Boring Anyway … ‘ – A Tribute to Bobby Keys 1943 – 2014
He’s young, he’s talented, he has a great voice and the ladies love him … What could possibly go wrong? In the entertainment business, especially the music business – a lot can derail a career. Bad management, alcohol, drugs – there are many poor decisions which can easily place someone out of work and ( God forbid) on the streets. It ain’t pretty out there, … Continue reading Jesse Jack – Montreal’s Next ‘Massive Attraction’ …?
Carl Palmer is ahead of his time … literally. Musically, that’s what it is about. Forget about playing with Greg Lake and Keith Emerson, Carl is too quick for them … Palmer, the man who once sat in for Mick Fleetwood during a Peter-Green era Fleetwood Mac show, is way ahead of his playing days with ELP. Ahead of ELP but not their music. Friday … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents; A Carl Palmer Drum Solo
He is the man of all seasons; Winter, Summer, Spring and fall down. Dave the Bartender is available to listen, to talk and to give advice to the most lost of souls. He is also open for the biggest tips. Please listen as Dave the Bartender disperses his wisdom as quick as he delivers shots. Dave? The bartender? Email your questions to Rickkeene2@gmail.com Donate Here! Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender; Episode Eleven
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 ..
Altered Five Blues Band. Remember those words. A bunch of guys who are not only carrying on the tradition of The Blues, a band who are doing it their way. Together (as the current formation for ten years), the boys – led by singer J .T.; are starting to reap the awards they have worked so hard for … Starting with Blues Band of the … Continue reading Altered Five Blues Band; The Next Generation of The Blues
Theresa’s was a legendary Blues club in Chicago .. Everyone who was everyone in the Blues scene back in the day – played at Theresa’s. Starting in the 50’s right up until it’s closing in the early eighties; Theresa’s was the spot. Nobody owned Theresa’s, music-wise like Junior Wells. No other musician, not Buddy Guy, not Howlin’ Wolf and not Willie Dixon – held court … Continue reading Junior Wells – Live from Theresa’s
Not everyone is okay at Christmas … Some folks need love, some – need food. Some folks need both. That is where Bands for Baskets comes in … Dec. 7th at Calistoga Grill 2pm Music for the Needy in the West Island. Be There or Be Square. It’s That Simple. Please listen to a few tracks from some of the bands that will be playing … Continue reading Bands for Baskets – Coming Faster Than Chevy Chase on a Sleigh!
Montrealers love their music … How else can an explanation be given for the generous outpouring of love and money last evening at The Virgin Mobile Corona Theater. The eight annual Rock for Dimes took place. An event which places corporate bands against one another to ultimately decide a winning crown. A gilded topping. A notch in the music belt … However, it is not … Continue reading Rock for Dimes Montreal Raises $40,000 Plus !
Contrary to popular belief, the lamb did not lay down on Broadway. Au contraire mon frere … In like a lion, out like a lion, stay like a lion. A summation of Genesis’ career. Starting with Peter Gabriel and ending with Phil Collins at the helm; Genesis roared loud and long … From 1970 until 1978 – Steve Hackett was the lead guitarist in the … Continue reading The ‘ Genesis ‘ of Steve Hackett …
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