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
Watch Country On The River Headliner Chris Stapleton Cover ‘Whipping Post’
I don't know how in the heck I missed this this episode on Skyville LIVE, but I did.
Guitar junkies....brace yourself!
"One of my favorite moments as an artist.”
— Phillip Sweet (of Little Big Town)
I Knew that I Liked Carrie Underwood for more than One Reason!
Recently Carrie Underwood released a video of her tandem-jump skydiving adventure while out on tour with Keith Urban 'down under' on the Aussie leg of the 'Ripcord Tour'. I like that sense of adventure, don't you?
WATCH THE VIDEO'S!
Weather-Related Announcements for Saturday, December 17th – Update
A winter storm warning 'til 6 p.m. tonight.
Wind Chill Warning 6pm tonight thru 12 NOON tomorrow.
Rochester ‘The Walking Dead’ Fan needs Your Vote for Ultimate Fan Search
Meet Melissa (Mel) Valeriano, Registered Nurse, Rochester resident, and HARDCORE 'The Walking Dead' fanatic!
AUDITION VIDEO + SHE NEEDS YOUR VOTE!
Get Comfortable And Get To Know Him – Chris Stapleton
As a 'Headliner' for the annual Country On The River Festival, August 3rd thru the 5th, 2017 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, many are curious to learn more about this phenomenal vocal talent. Most in Nashville know who he is, but many outside of 'Twang Town' do not. Get comfortable!
What’s The Farthest You’ve Traveled To Catch Your Favorite Country Artist?
Last weekend I asked you about Country Artists you've seen LIVE multiple times. Thanks for all the responses on Facebook! This weekend lets dive in a little deeper with your Facebook responses!
What Recording Artists Have You Seen Perform Live More Than Once?
You've heard me talk about going to many concerts, but I'd like to hear from YOU today. What recording artist, or artists have you seen perform LIVE more than once? Are you planning on seeing them perform LIVE again? POST your response below!
A Song About Beer – [VIDEO]
In anticipation of the upcoming Rochester On Tap event December 10th at the Mayo Civic Center, don't mind me if I strike up a band, and we sing about the 'suds we love'......BEER!
If You Missed It – Morgane and Chris Stapleton: You Are My Sunshine On Jimmy Fallon
Music guests Morgane and Chris Stapleton perform "You Are My Sunshine" for the Tonight Show audience this past Thursday evening.
‘These Boots’ Are Made For Early Church, Writing Songs, Living Life, and Rockin’-Out [WATCH THE VIDEO]
“My boots write the stories that sing the songs of my life. They've led me down so many different roads. I hope your boots take you on your own incredible journey.”
– Eric Church