Born and raised in Hammond, IN, just outside of Chicago, I've always had a passion for country music. Until recently, I wasn't sure how to use that to my advantage. Some of my favorite artists include Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan, Kip Moore, Dolly and Garth, but I can remember constantly listening to others in my dad's truck. My favorite place to be is Nashville, so I'm very thankful that my job allows me to go often. I'm an extremely picky eater and hate trying new things. Going to see live music is my favorite. I like to hunt but refuse to do the dirty work, SHOCKER! My mom put me in dance when I was 6 and I instantly fell in love. I know how to laugh at myself and have a good time, and I try not to take things too seriously. I've learned that nothing will make you happy unless you're doing it under your own terms, which also taught me to make the best of every situation.
Heather
Artist Spotlight: John King
John King is an artist that I met in Memphis while visiting St. Jude, so it was a win-win! He’s a great guy with his head straight forward and focused on the things he wants, and so far, he’s done a pretty good job at getting them! John is originally from Georgia, but made the move to Nashville right after college...
Artist Spotlight: Chase Rice
Chase Rice hasn’t exactly had a boring life, to say the least. He’s gone from playing college football, pro bound, to a NASCAR pit crew, to a season of Survivor, to co-writing one of the BIGGEST country songs in history and finally to focusing on himself as an artist all in an extremely short amount of time. Go big or go home? Guess so! Some people can’t even dream of having accomplished one adven
Artist Spotlight: Josh Grider
We always try to introduce you to new music on 99.5 WKDQ, but we can’t put everybody on air. So, I decided to start spotlighting some of my favorite artists just for you! New artists, old artists, in between artists, local artists, TEXAS artists, I’ve got them all!
Artist Spotlight: Josh Phillips
We always try to introduce you to new music on 99.5 WKDQ, but we can’t put everybody on air. So, I decided to start spotlighting some of my favorite artists just for you! New artists, old artists, in between artists, local artists, I’ve got them all!
Artist Spotlight: Clayton Anderson
We always try to introduce you to new music on 99.5 WKDQ, but we can’t put everybody on air. So, I decided to start spotlighting some of my favorite artists just for you! New artists, old artists, in between artists, local artists, I’ve got them all!
Artist Spotlight: Jordan Brooker Band
We always try to introduce you to new music on 99.5 WKDQ, but we can’t put everybody on air. So, I decided to start spotlighting some of my favorite artists just for you! New artists, old artists, in between artists, local artists, I’ve got them all! I’m a HUGE supporter of local talent. I mean, let’s be honest, would you rather sit home and watch TV or have the option to go out and catch some liv
Chris Lane Talks Favorite Shows, College Degrees and More
I’ve already done a spotlight on Chris Lane, but Friday I had the chance to spend some time with him and had so much fun, I NEEDED to do another! I got Chris and his tour manager, Brandon Matthews, to come in before the show and I had no idea I was going to learn as much as I did...
Artist Spotlight: Curtis Grimes
We always try to introduce you to new music on 99.5 WKDQ, but we can’t put everybody on air. So, I decided to start spotlighting some of my favorite artists just for you! New artists, old artists, in between artists, local artists, TEXAS artists, I’ve got them all!
Artist Spotlight: Brian Hart and Slick Willy
We always try to introduce you to new music on 99.5 WKDQ, but we can’t put everybody on air. So, I decided to start spotlighting some of my favorite artists just for you! New artists, old artists, in between artists, local artists, I’ve got them all!
Artist Spotlight: David Fanning
We always try to introduce you to new music on 99.5 WKDQ, but we can’t put everybody on air. So, I decided to start spotlighting some of my favorite artists just for you! New artists, old artists, in between artists, I’ve got them all!
Win A Trip to Vegas to See One of Country’s Hottest Couples
Kick this STUPID cold weather and enter for the chance to see not only one but TWO of country music's hottest superstars! Tim McGraw and Faith Hill live at the Venetian on March 21!
Artist Spotlight: Jon Pardi
We always try to introduce you to new music on 99.5 WKDQ, but we can’t put everybody on air. So, I decided to start spotlighting some of my favorite artists just for you! New artists, old artists, in between artists, I’ve got them all!