Back in October of 1990, I entered a contest offered on a Milwaukee radio station - "Win Your Own Hour On Our Airwaves." The contest was simple. Write them a letter & tell them why they should pick my entry. So, I wrote the letter and I WON, and the rest, like they say, is history! Ten days later I would have my first radio gig. Since then I have worked in radio part-time (around my full-time jobs) in Beaver Dam, WI, Appleton, WI, Tuscon, AZ, and for the past 13 years, right here in Rochester, MN. I enjoy going to concerts and supporting live music, My absolute favorite band live is ZZ - TOP, who I've seen LIVE 29 times! Also, Eric Church (23 times), Little Big Town (25 times), plus many 100's more, and many acts multiple times. If you wish just call me 'The Concert Guy'. I enjoy my gas grill, growing Hungarian heirloom peppers, playing acoustic guitar & harmonica, along with my full time job at a local, well known garden center on 2nd St. in Rochester. Working here at Quick Country is a true passion, and it is still as thrilling and fun as it was on my first day in radio. Oh yeah, I am a proud papa, grand dad, and five-year Navy aviation veteran, too! LONG LIVE THE MUSIC!
Steve Richards
Poor Joey – But He Would Figure It Out [WATCH THE VIDEO]
Gotta love it when the kid figures it out before the parents can.
Johnny Cash Sings Man In Black For The First Time [VIDEO]
His birthday was Friday, but his legacy & MUSIC lives forever! This song is a favorite of mine, but I'd like to know what your favorites are from 'The Man In Black'?
Eric Church Announces ‘Record Year’ as Next Single [LISTEN]
By the way, Eric Church is donating 100% of the profits from all album and merchandise sales for the next week to his charitable foundation, 'Chief Cares' !
Brothers Osborne – Stay A Little Longer – The Album Version
For weeks you've heard a fantastic new song by Brothers Osborne, 'Stay A Little Longer' from their recently released 'Pawn Shop' effort. Contained within is superb musicianship with a tight, and soaring guitar solo, which is somewhat of a rarity these days. But, there is another version!
History of The Eagles – Saturday Night on CNN [TEASER]
The music made them...then tore them apart. Learn the real History of the Eagles, Saturday at 7pm(CT) on CNN.
You’ll Never Believe How Canadians Shoot Skeet During The Winter! [VIDEO]
A hockey stick and clay pigeon go hand in hand, when it comes to shooting skeet in Canada! (Pfft....I'm sure it's already been done here in Minnesota, right?)
Brothers Osborne Release New Song – “It Ain’t My Fault” [LISTEN]
Brothers Osborne have released the audio for "It Ain't My Fault" from their album 'Pawn Shop.'
Marty Smith of ESPN Interview with Eric Church [VIDEO]
Check out this conversation with Marty Smith of ESPN and Eric Church in conjunction with tonight's College Football Championship game.
Keith Urban Coming to the Target Center [VIDEO]
Keith Urban is bringing his Ripcord World Tour to Target Center next November!
The Powerball Has Risen to $900 Million
The Powerball has risen to $900 million ahead of tonight's record-breaking drawing, according to Lottery officials.