I've been in Twin Ports radio close to twenty years. I started in November of 1995 on talk radio WEBC AM 560. I joined the Kool 101.7 staff in 1998 and became the Afternoon Drive personality in 2001. In 2005 I was honored to receive a LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD by the MINNESOTA ROCK AND COUNTRY HALL OF FAME, now the MID AMERICA MUSIC HALL OF FAME. I was born in Cleveland ohio and raised in Duluth. Although I've traveled to all but two of the fifty states, and lived in ten of them, I'm proud to call the Northland my home. Thank you for sharing part of your afternoon with me on Kool 101.7 over the years.
Rayman
Things the Average Guy Fears Most
If you were to ask the average guy what he fears most, he'd probably tell you nothing. Uh Uh, not true. There are many things the average guy fears according to an article in Mens Health Magazine. Among them:
Rayman’s Song of the Day-50 Ways to Leave Your lover by Paul Simon [VIDEO]
In a 1975 interview published in Rock Lives: Profiles and Interviews, Simon told the story of this song: "I woke up one morning in my apartment on Central Park and the opening words just popped into my mind: 'The problem is all inside your head, she said to me...'
Live in Wisconsin But Work in Duluth? Here’s Two Websites You should Bookmark
Many of us live in Wisconsin but work in Duluth. When it comes to snow, road conditions, and temperatures, the two can often vary a great deal. I live in Lake Nebagamon, where it's usually much warmer in the summer, but we tend to get more snow during the winter months. Road conditions differ a great deal as well.
Piedmont Avenue is Always a Challenge for Winter Drivers
Driving in to the studio was a little challenging this morning. I've driven in worse though, as I'm sure you have too. The real stinker was Piedmont Avenue. As I drove up the hill, I came upon a long line of cars and trucks that were stopped. I had forgotten last years lessons.
Nascar Bad Boy Kurt Busch Has Domestic Violence Issues Says Former Girlfriend
The NFL isn't the only sport having domestic violence problems, Nascar seems to be getting it's share as well. Nascar racing has always been a rough & tumble sport among drivers, but it's now reported the former girlfriend of bad boy Kurt Busch has received some roughing up as well.
Rayman’s Song of the Day-You May Be Right by Billy Joel [VIDEO]
In this song, Joel takes the persona of a guy who is told he is reckless.
Rayman’s Song of the Day-Pilot of the Airwaves by Charlie Dore [VIDEO]
Released in 1979, this ode to an unnamed DJ was a monster hit for London born singer-songwriter Charlie Dore in 1980 reaching #13 on the US Billboard chart; unsurprisingly it also received heavy airplay in the UK, although it didn't do nearly as well.
Rayman Goofs Around With Popcorn and a Camera [VIDEO]
I was kickin back at the house last night and decided to make some popcorn to go with a couple tall cool ones. I wondered what it might look like if I filmed the corn popping in slow motion? I do weird stuff when I have too much time on my hands...
Lake Nebagamon Car Club Donates Five Thousand Dollars to Local Charities
The Classics by the Lake Car Club gave several business's a wonderful surprise. The club donated $5000.00, proceeds from their annual car show in Lake Nebagamon to ten charities!
Is the Roundabout Off the Bong Bridge Such a Good Idea?
Having lived in the Boston are for twenty-one years, I'm very familiar with a Rotary (as it's called in New England) having driven through several each day. A rotary is basically the same as the roundabout with a few exceptions.
What It’s Like Living Without Television for One Week
Every time I get my Dish bill I get PO'ed. Over a hundred bucks per month, and we don't have any optional channels like HBO etc. Finally one day we decided we'd had enough, and cancelled our Dish.
Songs to Get You in the Groove for Ladies Night at The Greysolon Ballroom
This Friday kicks off Ladies Night at the Greysolon Ballroom. Remember ladies, this is Your night, and to get you in the mood, I thought I'd suggest some songs for you to do just that. Enjoy, and I'll see you Friday evening!