Lee Richey
| Lee Richey | |
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| Born | Leland John Richey Jr. September 1, 1961 Amsterdam, NY, United States |
| 💼 Occupation | Radio host, programmer, author, musician |
| 📆 Years active | 1985-present |
| 👩 Spouse(s) | Brenda Richey |
| 👶 Children | Christopher and Chelsea Richey |
Leland John Richey Jr. is an American radio personality specializing in the country music format. However, he has in the past hosted programs in the oldies and MOR formats.
Richey can currently be heard on WKPQ in Hornell, NY. He hosts "Wakin' Up Kickin'" from 6 to 10 AM weekdays, and a very successful lunch-hour, all-request show.
He originally made his mark in the country format with a ten-year stint as program and music director for WCJW radio, located in Warsaw, New York, in western New York. In addition, he hosted a popular afternoon drive program mixing mainstream country music hits with classics, and featured many new and independent recording artists who had yet to achieve mainstream success. His program also featured numerous interview segments with well-known country stars, such as Kenny Chesney, LeAnn Rimes, Willie Nelson, and countless others. These interviews are primarily conducted over the phone with the artist calling in, though he does feature visiting artists live in the studio whenever possible. He generally prefers a conversational and informal interview style. One aspect that distinguished him from other interviewers was his ability to play guitar, and he often suggested that guests accompany him on guitar for one of their songs. He has played guitar with Chely Wright, Point Of Grace, Tresa Jordan, Susan Haynes, and Ciara Lynn.
Richey annually takes his show to Nashville, TN for the country radio seminar, and spends a significant portion of a week interviewing country stars. Richey is also a regular voice on the nationally syndicated Independent Music Network radio specials.
Richey has been nominated by New Music Weekly magazine as Music Director of the Year in 2006, 2007, and 2008, winning the award in 2006 and 2008. Richey is also a published author with country music articles featured in various music industry magazines, and a short poem, "Ring," published by the National Library of Poetry. He enjoys the outdoors and wildlife photography with his wife, Brenda. He is married with two children, Christopher and Chelsea.
Accolades
- 2005 – New York State Broadcasters award for best radio documentary: "Nashville Road Trip"
- 2006 – Country Music Director of the Year – New Music Awards, Hollywood, CA
- 2007 – Nomination for Country Music Director of the Year – New Music Awards
- 2008 – Country Music Director of the Year – New Music Awards, Hollywood, CA
Credits
- WKPQ
- WCJW
- WIZR
- WSRD Radio – Johnstown, NY
- WCSS Radio – Amsterdam, NY
- WENT Radio – Gloversville, NY
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