I grew up on the east coast, but have lived in Texas for over 20 years - two different times in Dallas-Fort Worth, a long stretch in Austin, & now here in Tyler-Longview. I married a U.T. Longhorn Nurse & we have 3 daughters who are on their own now but all still live & work in Texas. One followed her mother to the Texas School of Nursing, another’s a grad student in Accounting after going to Texas A&M, & the third went to Texas Tech & is now an Elementary School Teacher. The radio business is the only career I’ve ever had since college. It’s given me the chance to see the country & experience events that most can only imagine. For instance, I’ve had the opportunity to sit down for dinner with music industry stars from all genres: Don Henley, Little Steven Van Zandt, James Taylor, Diana Ross- even Britney Spears! When people ask about my job, I always say it sure beats workin’ for a living! Here are some of my personal “top 3s”: Musicians: The Beatles, Steely Dan, The Eagles Songs: Layla, Stairway To Heaven, What A Fool Believes Concerts: Paul McCartney, Fleetwood Mac, Elton John Movies: The Godfather (all 3), Star Wars (all 8), Dirty Harry (all 5) TV Shows: The Sopranos, 24, Hawaii 5-0 And just for laughs, here 3 things about my life that aren’t common knowledge: 1. We lived at the Jersey Shore during summers when I was a kid, so learning to surf was a must. I started when I was 10 & did it almost year round until I turned 20 & began my radio broadcasting career. 2. Thanks to a scholarship, I played small college football for DePauw University in Greencastle Indiana (offensive lineman & placekicker). John Mellencamp’s long-time guitarist Mike Wanchic was a defensive back on that Tigers team in my freshman year. 3. While working in Dallas radio from 1986-89, I also did television commentary & ring announcing for World Class Championship Wrestling. Kerry Von Erich & Freebird Michael Hayes knew me from doing promotions with 97.1 KEGL, & that Eagle connection opened the pro wrestling door for me.
John Roberts
Jackpot! Routine Traffic Stop in East Texas Leads To $7 Million Coke Bust
Something like this would happen to me if I ever decided to try getting rich peddling dope.
Picture the scenario: you've got more than 120 pounds of cocaine packed away in the trunk of your brand new 2017 Ford Mustang. Since that much coke has a street value of $7-million, your master plan is to haul it from Brownsville up to Chicago for distribution, then come back to Texas after a huge payday.
Today’s the Day- Free Pancakes At IHOP
Free "short stacks" for a charity donation for one day only.
Texas Man Catches Wedding Ring with Mardi Gras Beads, Looking for Rightful Owner
A woman tossing beads from a passing float somehow had her wedding ring slide completely off her finger during the process.
Boston’s Hyper Space Tour Lands In Dallas with Joan Jett – We Got Tickets For You
Boston is hitting three different venues in Texas this May and June and we're going to hook our listeners up with 5 pairs of tickets on Monday, March 20.
Fill out the form below for your chance to win tickets for the Boston show June 30th at Starplex Pavilion...
Health Department Nails Local Eatery
One Tyler Subway location cited for serious violations.
The Last Waltz 40 Tour Hits Texas Four Times This Spring
All-star band includes Dr. John & Warren Hayes. Tickets go on sale today for four Lone Star stops in four nights.
Tyler Loses Another Dining Option Sunday
After three years of operation, Three Z Azian Cuizine will also close its doors for good at 3 pm this Sunday, March 5.
Free Pancakes At IHOP On Tuesday For A Good Cause
Free "short stacks" for a charity donation for one day only.
96-Minute Music Marathons Are Here
Now there's even more continuous classic rock rollin' while you're on the job. Starting at both 9am & 1pm, Classic Rock 96-1 plays at least 20 songs-in-a-row, non-stop & commercial free! Check out our 96-Minute Music Marathons first thing when you get in every morning, & then again right after your lunch break.
ZZ Top Tour Making 9 Lone Star State Stops
Texas Trio shows booked from Amarillo to Corpus- Frisco's the last stop!
College Scholarships For Future Broadcasters
Know a student who wants a career in the radio or television industry? There's almost $30,000 in scholarship money available, & the time to apply is now!
Lost Stevie Ray Acoustic Session Surfaces
Texas' own Stevie Ray Vaughan was just starting to become a sensation on the national music scene back in 1983. In this recently rediscovered clip, he's sitting in a hotel room giving an interview to a reporter from another country (note subtitles on his comments- is it French?), & just starts playing.