Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Who better to create a playlist than Montrealers? Please listen below to tunes sent in by listeners! ThisIs2 Here Montreal En Lumiere Here If you … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Rick Keene Music Scene – A Conversation with Liona Boyd

The word legendary gets tossed around without merit. Liona Boyd, Canada’s (and the world’s) First Lady of Guitar would be the first to agree. Humble and creatively unsatisfied is what propels the classical guitarist to not rest on her own legendary status. Instrumentalist, soloist and band member – Liona has done it all with remarkable flair. Kings,Queens, Princes and Princesses, the audiences which Boyd has … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Conversation with Liona Boyd

Rick Keene Music Scene – Adam Karch Proves Everything Can Change on New Album

Ch-ch-ch-ch-changesTurn and face the strange Adam Karch may or may not have used David Bowie’s song Changes as an influence for his new album; Everything Can Change. The album, Karch’s fifth studio offering, reminds everyone the more things change; the more they stay the same. Karch maintains the finesse which his fans are accustomed to but adds another dimension to his songwriting. Please listen below … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Adam Karch Proves Everything Can Change on New Album

Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete Blues Playlist; February 16th

The Blues Smoke Meat Pete shuts down for a month every year to recharge. From January 26th until March 6th the restaurant is closed. A Message from Melanie and Pete We would Like to take a moment to thank all of you for your support over the years and a special thank you to our hard working staff !!! We look forward to seeing you … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete Blues Playlist; February 16th

Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Who better to create a playlist than Montrealers? Please listen below to tunes sent in by listeners! Montreal En Lumiere Here If you enjoy Rick … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Rick Keene Music Scene – George Thorogood; Still Lonesome After Forty-Five Years

Drinkin’ alone has merit. Acoustic to electric. The Blues to Rock n Roll. Boogie. The Destroyers. Legendary status. George Thorogood. Period. Please listen below as George talks about various subjects including The J Geils Band, drummers and the best looking guy in the band? Buy Tickets Here May 5th Montreal Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – George Thorogood; Still Lonesome After Forty-Five Years

Rick Keene Music Scene – The Who is Who of Fame at Studio 54

People think I’m crazy … There was only one place to be in the 1970s. Studio54. The place to meet,to dance and to engage in a bohemian lifestyle. Thanks to The Rolling Stones and more particularly Jerry Hall – the video below captures the images of a nightclub filled with the most relevant artists of the day. Smoke Meat Pete Birthday March 7th Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Who is Who of Fame at Studio 54

Rick Keene Music Scene – Best Live Shows to Choose From

Nothing like live music to soothe the soul. Montreal (and surroundings) are coming alive with the sound of music in the coming weeks and months. The long winter slumber is over. The guitar player has seen his shadow. What are some of the best events to attend? REUBEN AND THE DARK – February 12th Petit Campus Fuel Junkie Blues Band – February 13th Upstairs Bar … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Best Live Shows to Choose From

Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete Blues Playlist; February 9th

The Blues Smoke Meat Pete shuts down for a month every year to recharge. From January 26th until March 6th the restaurant is closed. A Message from Melanie and Pete We would Like to take a moment to thank all of you for your support over the years and a special thank you to our hard working staff !!! We look forward to seeing you … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Smoke Meat Pete Blues Playlist; February 9th

Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Montreal has the best music fans in the world. Every band that arrives in Montreal says the same thing. ‘Montrealers know music and it shows.’ The enthusiasm from the crowd to the band, the energy exchanged – second to none. Who better to create a playlist than Montrealers? Please listen below to tunes sent in by listeners! If you enjoy Rick Keene Music Scene – … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Montreal Playlist Created by Montrealers

Rick Keene Music Scene – The 2020 Maple Blues Awards Winners

One week it is a detergent, the next week – another product. Awards can be fickle. Some artists love them, while others despise them. Good for a career? Or bad? For most – if the award is chosen fairly and honestly through contemporaries or fans – it is nice to be acknowledged. The Maple Blues Awards are The Blues’ version of The Junos. Canada’s trophies … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The 2020 Maple Blues Awards Winners