As a radio announcer, I've had a number of responsibilities since my career began back in the (gulp) 1980s. One of the most enjoyable experiences was introducing country stars before their performances at the Executive Inn Rivermont Showroom Lounge.

When I started doing radio, meeting all the famous people I've met wasn't something I anticipated. Maybe I should have, but that might have deadened the surprises somewhat.

Kathy Mattea's First Owensboro Performance - 1989

The first time I ever introduced anyway on that stage, it was the summer of 1989, and I was a green kid in my early 20s. The artist that night was Kathy Mattea. Just a few months later, she would win the first of two consecutive CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Awards. She had already collected 1988's Single of the Year tro

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