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Up Close With Them Dirty Roses
I made a road trip down to Oklahoma City on Friday evening for one reason, to get to know more about Them Dirty Roses. We got acquainted at The Born & Raised Festival last September. You can check out that interview by clicking HERE. As a life-long fan of southern rock greats like Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Allman Brothers, it was cool to hear these young guys talk about how much they loved that…
Kolby Cooper's Rising Stardom!
I had the opportunity to spend a few minutes with Kolby Cooper before the show Saturday and of course was back at The Midnight Rodeo for his performance that evening. I've conducted hundreds of artist interviews in my 30 years in radio. Some you just know "this person's special." Kolby Cooper is one of those "persons." He's just 24 years old and has already accomplished more than most persons…
Corey Kent Brought Down The House Saturday Night!
It was a cold night in The Ozarks Saturday but that keep anyone away from The Midnight Rodeo! I'm certain everyone was glad they made the effort too. The evening started well for a few lucky 105.1 The Bull Grand Prize winners who got the chance to sit in on a Corey Kent "unplugged" session.
Truman Lake Winter Crappie
This past Saturday, I had the opportunity to hop in the boat with touring crappie pro and local guide Amos Livingston. When we first looked at the forecast earlier in the week it called for light winds and a high temperature around 52. Neither was the situation when we arrived at the lake that morning. A steady northeast breeze and cloudy skies kept things uncomfortable and the pesky breeze…
Lake Life Expo!
One of the better cures for cabin fever is attending a boat show! I made sure to make time to stop by this weekends Lake Life Expo at the Springfield Expo Center. Now that January is behind us, spring is feeling more in reach! On this past rainy Sunday, I spent a few hours wandering around and checking out the boats, kayaks, boat lifts, and more. On display were boats of all kinds and styles from…
Randall King Rocked The House Thursday Night At The Midnight Rodeo!
Can an artist ask for any bigger endorsement than Garth Brooks saying "This kid is what country music is all about"? I don't think so. And not just Garth, it seems the entire country world can't say enough good things about this west Texas native. Randall King has amassed over 300 Million streams of songs “You In A Honky Tonk,” “Hey Cowgirl” and “Mirror, Mirror,” and others! It was pretty cool to…
Wade Bowen Rocked The House Friday Night!
It was a cold evening in The Ozarks but that didn't keep the fans away from the Midnight Rodeo Friday night! Springfield's own Hunter Hathcoat opened the show. Oklahoma native Cam Allen Music was up next. These five guys put on a great show! If you're not familiar with their music, be sure and click the link and check'em out! Of course, reigning Texas Country "Male Vocalist Of The Year" Wade…
The 2024 Springfield Boat Show
The best way to cope with the freezing temps over the weekend was to head to the Springfield Boat Show! Nothing like wandering around and checking out all the cool new boats, fishing gear, and talking all things boating, to help get your mind right. You never know who you might run into as well.
Russell Dickerson Rocks The New Wilson Logistics Arena!
It was a fun night inside the new Wilson Logistics Arena at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds Thursday evening. Russell Dickerson had the crowd dancing and singing all night! Several thousands came out to check out the new arena and take in the show. You never know for sure how things are going to go when it come to a new venue. They are a lot of unknowns. How's the audio going to sound? Will the…
Eric Massey Crappie Jigs, Handmade Right Here In The Ozarks!
Eric Massey is my most recent guest on The Ozarks Outdoors podcast. When he couldn't find what he was looking for in a crappie jig, he decided the only solution was to make them himself. This "hobby" soon became an obsession and if you're looking for the very best jigs, handmade right here in the Ozarks, Eric Massey Jig Co is where you've got to go.
by Ray