Rayman

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’s Song of the Day-Broken Wings by Mr. Mister [VIDEO]

This mainstream classic Pop song was inspired by a book the lyricist John Lang read called Broken Wings, written by Kahlil Gibran. It's about picking up the pieces of your life and moving on.

5 Conversations You Should Have With Your Partner Right Now

There are a few things that unpleasant as they may seem, should be talked about now, for the betterment of each other, according to an article in the Huffington Post.

Rayman’s Song of the Day-Little Lies by Fleetwood Mac [VIDEO]

In an interview Christine McVie who wrote the song says: "The idea of the lyric is: If I had the chance, I'd do it differently next time. But since I can't, just carry on lying to me and I'll believe, even though I know you're lying."

How Do You Enter the Listen & Wins on the Kool Website to Get Your Points? [VIDEO]

Several times per day you hear the boys on Kool 101.7 announce the Word on the Street, Free Money Artist of the Day, and Song of the Day. We always have new listeners, and they sometimes aren't sure what to do once they have the listen & win words and songs.

Rayman’s Song of the Day-Let Em In by Paul McCartney & Wings [VIDEO]

Paul McCartney "shouted out" to several of his relatives and friends in this song: his aunt ("Auntie Gin") and brother ("Brother Michael"), the Everly Brothers ("Phil and Don"), Keith Moon ("Uncle Ernie") and his famous former band mate ("Brother John").

Unboxing Your Pivotal Living Tracker 1, Setting it Up, and What to do if it Doesn’t Work

With a new year upon us, many people are trying to loose a couple pounds, or get in better shape. One of the easiest ways to do this is to have a "tracker'", some that tracks your workouts, calories, hydration, etc. Fitbit for example is a very popular choice .

What Is The Weather Today in Duluth? Rayman Outdoors [VIDEO]

You're probably wondering why I did a brief weather forecast? It's a nice day, so I thought I'd give it a try. Don't look for a lot of facts and figures though, that's not my style.. I'll leave that for the pro's.

Now is a Great Time to Get a Job, or Look for a New One

If your looking for that first job, or unhappy in your present one, now is the time to start looking in earnest. The rapid hiring that made 2014 a stellar year for job gains is showing no sign of slowing down.

Rayman’s Song of the Day-Maybe I’m Amazed by Paul McCartney [VIDEO]

Paul McCartney wrote this song about his wife Linda, who died of breast cancer in 1998. McCartney never wavered in his love for Linda, and even made her part of his band so she could tour with him.

Rayman’s Song of the Day-Love Her Madly by the Doors

Doors guitarist Robby Krieger wrote this song on a 12-string guitar. It is about the numerous times his girlfriend (and later, wife), Lynn, threatened to leave him.

TV Series ‘Empire’ Pilot, Not So Good [REVIEW]

Loving music the way I do, I was really looking forward to the TV premier episode of Empire. I watched it, and recorded it as well, so I could review it again after I watched it. I"m now wondering my I bothered.

Rayman’s Song of the Day-Your Love by Outfield [VIDEO]

Your Love became one of the most memorable hits of the '80s. When lead singer Tony Lewis declares, "Josie's on a vacation far away, come around and talk it over," we know he's up to something.