The genesis of the guitar work in Genesis belongs to Steve Hackett. Given the fact it has been almost fifty years since Hackett left Genesis - that leaves a huge body of solo work to discuss. Please listen below to some of the best Steve Hackett solo tracks. Visit Steve Right Here ! Steve Hackett … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Best of Steve Hackett Solo
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Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten Interviews of 2018
They say talk is cheap ... That may be the case many times yet when music is involved - talk is an education. In the past year, discussions took place with eighty musicians. Add multiple chats with engineers, producers or people in the music business; the list is long and informative. All these moments above … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten Interviews of 2018
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Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten Concerts of 2018
Attending all live music in Montreal is impossible. Practically every crook and nook contains rhythms and vibes. World music, Blues, Rock - you name it, music is alive and well in the city . Not all live music is performed by local musicians. Regularly - like pirates from a distant land; musicians arrive. They rape … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten Concerts of 2018
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Rick Keene Music Scene – A Musical Chat by ‘Christmas’ Candlelight with The Lyric Theater Singers
Face it - Christmas is special ... Every year in December, the Lyric Theater Singers get to work. They rehearse and practice new and old arrangements of Christmas tunes. This year is no different. Please listen below to my chat with Chris Barillaro - a lifelong employee of music and second banana to the musical … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – A Musical Chat by ‘Christmas’ Candlelight with The Lyric Theater Singers
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Rick Keene Music Scene – An ‘Engineered’ Discussion with Alan Parsons.
Alan Parsons got his start working with George Martin and Geoff Emerick. Not too shabby eh? Learning from the likes of Martin and Emerick - gifted Parsons with a foundation. One that has made him one of the most sought after engineers and producers in music. Please listen below to my chat with Alan Parsons … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – An ‘Engineered’ Discussion with Alan Parsons.
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Rick Keene Music Scene – Steve Hackett Is ‘Selling England by the Pound’ Part Two.
It was a 'rushed' album. Genesis' landmark record was in fruition before it was in fruition. Several of the songs were thoughts in the heads of Peter Gabriel,Tony Banks, Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford and Steve Hackett. It was guitarist Hackett who came up with the idea for perhaps what was the deciding song in Genesis' … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Steve Hackett Is ‘Selling England by the Pound’ Part Two.
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Rick Keene Music Scene – Steve Hackett Is ‘Selling England by the Pound’
It was a 'rushed' album. Genesis' landmark record was in fruition before it was in fruition. Several of the songs were thoughts in the heads of Peter Gabriel,Tony Banks, Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford and Steve Hackett. It was guitarist Hackett who came up with the idea for perhaps what was the deciding song in Genesis' … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Steve Hackett Is ‘Selling England by the Pound’
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Rick Keene Music Scene – Selling Steve Hackett by the Pound
Once upon a time, Genesis was not a Pop band. Cutting edge songs in the prog Rock vein was what made Genesis into one of the biggest selling commercial bands of all time. Lyricist and singer Peter Gabriel and guitar player Steve Hackett were a huge part of that equation. Upon their departure - … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Selling Steve Hackett by the Pound
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Rick Keene Music Scene – Music To Do The Sunday Crossword Puzzle
What to do on a Sunday? Open the curtains, make a cup of coffee, grab the paper and do the Sunday Crossword Puzzle. It is - a no brainer! Oh - don't forget to listen to some great tunes! Right here on Rick Keene Music Scene ! Thanks ! Buy Tickets for A Magical Musical … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Music To Do The Sunday Crossword Puzzle
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What’s Happening with Jazz All Year Round Series and in Montreal !
As usual ... Lots coming in Montreal ! The Jazz All Year Round Series is in full flight, Evenko has their usual fine acts and the Holiday season approaches with concerts, shows and fund raising efforts. Please listen below to some of the upcoming events, some great tunes and information to help the less fortunate … Continue reading What’s Happening with Jazz All Year Round Series and in Montreal !
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Reggae ‘Superstar in Waiting’ Rocky Dawuni ‘Kills’ Montreal !
Bob Marley would be proud ... Over the years, many Reggae ( Marley) - influenced singers and musicians have come and gone. Some, like Peter Tosh, have had successful careers cut tragically short. Most, have a few hits (or none) and fade into obscurity. Ghana native Rocky Dawuni does not fit into the above category. … Continue reading Reggae ‘Superstar in Waiting’ Rocky Dawuni ‘Kills’ Montreal !
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Bands for Baskets and A Magical Musical Evening to Combat Prostate Cancer
Have you ever starved at Christmas? Most people in the West Island receive over a thousand dollars in presents at Christmas in the form of jewelry, gifts and trips. Most people in the West Island don't realize that over a thousand food baskets are given out at Christmas. Prostate cancer is the most common … Continue reading Bands for Baskets and A Magical Musical Evening to Combat Prostate Cancer
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Ask Dave the Bartender – What does Randy Rhoads’ Mom and Michael Jackson Have in Common?
It is not easy being married. Ask any bartender ! Dave ... the Bartender, has heard everything. Drunken confessions, slurred slander and lies and innuendo. All from his Mom ! Please listen below as Dave the Bartender answers your musical questions. Buy Tickets for A Magical Musical Evening to Combat Prostate Cancer Here … Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender – What does Randy Rhoads’ Mom and Michael Jackson Have in Common?
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Steve Hackett – The ‘Genesis’ of His New Album Wolflight. Complete Interview.
Steve Hackett is better known as the lead guitarist with Genesis. Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Tony Banks, Steve Hackett and Mike Rutherford. Legends ... Following his departure from Genesis after the album Wind and Wuthering was released, Steve Hackett has continued his musical prowess and education. Adept in Classical, Blues and really - every style … Continue reading Steve Hackett – The ‘Genesis’ of His New Album Wolflight. Complete Interview.
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What’s Happening in Montreal and a Brand New Track from Steve Hackett
As usual, lots happening musically in Montreal. Please listen below to some of these events as well as a new tune from former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett. Steve is coming to Montreal in April and find out when the tickets are going on sale. Thanks for listening ! Purchase Tickets to … Continue reading What’s Happening in Montreal and a Brand New Track from Steve Hackett
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The ‘ Genesis ‘ of Steve Hackett …
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 … Continue reading The ‘ Genesis ‘ of Steve Hackett …
