I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as quick as I could. I'm originally from Battle Creek, Michigan (home of Tony the Tiger). I've got two kids who take up most of my time out of the office, but when I get "me time", I'm either taking in some live music or a sporting event. Since relocating, I also fell in love with the Texas music scene. I've been lucky enough to be nominated for DJ of the Year 4 straight years by the Academy of Texas Music, and was the 2009 recipient of the Academy's Palmwood Award. I'm a huge sports fan, and my loyalties are with the Michigan Wolverines, Chicago White Sox and (sorry) the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Dave Wheaton
Mark Jones Talks About His New CD, New Single, New Career + Sings Live – Exclusive Interview
If you haven't heard of Mark Jones or his band, Mark Jones & Twenty Paces, you're not alone. The Spring, Texas native is out on his first radio tour promoting his debut single ('Fast and Free'), his debut album ('Breaking Even', available 5/27), and from the sound of it, he'll be a well known singer-songwriter before too long.
Dave Shows How to Celebrate ‘Freaky Friday’ With the Kids
Back when my son Nathan was about 4 years old, I began a tradition of making Friday nights "Freaky Friday". Just about every Friday night we would plan to do something completely (kid friendly) insane, backwards and break all the rules. We stopped doing it as he grew older, but now that Nathan is a "Big Butter", we decided that it's time to resurrect our Friday night tradition
Cody Riley Talks About Working With Wade Bowen, His New Single + Sings a Song – Exclusive Interview
Cody Riley knew at a very young age what he wanted to do for a living, and has not backed away from his vision of being a singer-songwriter. That's why - even though he's not even 25 - Riley is a veteran on the Texas music scene, and his new music speaks to that fact. I'm grateful Cody stopped by the to hang out with us on the KEAN 105 Afternoon Show.
YouTube Sensation Brendan MacFarlane Joins Vince Gill + The Time Jumpers On Stage
YouTube sensation Brendan MacFarlane got to share the stage with Vince GIll and the Time Jumpers last week.
The Scott Lyle Band Single ‘Beautiful’ Shows That Love Songs Can Be Upbeat
I'm not sure how much longer the Scott Lyle Band need to let people know they are formerly known as The Gringo Kings. It's been a couple years now. But I do know that the D/FW-based band is really, really good, no matter what name they give themselves. There's evidence to that fact with the band's latest single, 'Beautiful'.
Cody Riley Featured in the ‘Acoustic Motel’ on Texas Music Scene
Texas Music Scene is one of the great TV shows that takes you deep into the heart of Texas country and Red Dirt music. The program showcases the best artists on the scene, and that's why I was thrilled to see my old friend, Cody Riley as a guest.
Michigan Wolverines Quarterback Shane Morris Throws a Long Pass to Himself
There's a video circulating about Gary Haynes, a high school football player who throws a football into an open field, then races under it to catch his own pass. Some have questioned the authenticity of the 6-second clip, but just as quickly, we have another athlete that proves the feat is not so far-fetched.
Willie Nelson Premieres Video For His New Song ‘The Wall’
Willie Nelson has a new CD, "Band of Brothers" coming out June 27th, and debuted a video for the first song released off the album. The video for 'The Wall' is more than just another single; It serves as a nice history lesson of the American icon...
Dave Catches Rudy Listening and Dancing to 90’s Rap Music
Our beloved Morning Show host, Rudy 'Fearless' Fernandez is a lot of things. A God-fearing, voice impersonating husband and father. A Nashville Country Music Hall of Fame DJ. A lover of his Abilene community. But did you know Rudy is also a closet rap music fan? I found out the hard way.
Brandon Rhyder Coming to The Station May 10th
Brandon Rhyder is one of the best pure vocalists on the Texas music scene. It's a shame that he hasn't made his way back to Abilene in a couple of years. But we're glad to announce that, along with special guest Emily Olsen, Rhyder is on his way to The Station this Saturday night. This is an 18 and up show.
Zac Brown Band Will Release ‘The Grohl Sessions Vol. 1′ CD + DVD May 19th
Good things just keep happening for Zac Brown Band fans. They have a summer tour (along with a new band member) on the books, a Wrigley Field show, and now, they've announced the release of 'The Grohl Sessions Vol 1.'
Cody Riley Shows He’s Ready For the Big Time With His New Song ‘Something I Wrote’
Cody Riley is an East Texas -based singer songwriter who has been around, working hard at promoting his music for a lot of years. Now it seems all his hard work is beginning to pay off, and there's evidence to that fact with his latest single, 'Something I Wrote'.