I Grew up Petoskey Michigan... and for the last 13 years - have made Grand Rapids my home. I love it here, and the people are great too. I started in Radio as as a teenager, and going on my 14th year in radio in West Michigan! I've lived in all four "Quadrants" of Grand Rapids, but now reside on the West Side with my Dog, two cats, 13 pinball machines and my grand piano. Love hockey, football, auto racing, playing the piano, singing, live music, theater and being outdoors - and love exploring West Michigan and new places. I'm THRILLED to be on Classic Hits 98-7 from 10-3 Every day. Drop me a line anytime!
Matt Hendricks
Fireman Brings Tiny Kitten Back To Life [VIDEO]
This Might be one of the most touching and amazing things I have ever seen. In June of this year a firefighter in California was at the scene of fire found a kitten. He grabbed the kitten, gave it an oxygen mask and poured water on it. The kitten came to life again. The entire rescue was captured Video. Amazing.
‘Believe in Me’ by Dan Fogelberg – Classic Hit or Miss
"Believe in Me" is the title of a popular song from 1984 written and recorded by the American singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg. When "Believe in Me" was recorded in May 1983, Fogelberg handled most of the musical creation himself, playing guitar and bass as well as recording his vocals; musician Mike Hanna (who played acoustic guitar on the track) was the only other performer in
‘It’s a Miracle’ by Barry Manilow – Classic Hit or Miss
"It's a Miracle" is a 1975 single by Barry Manilow and was the second release from his album, Barry Manilow II. "It's a Miracle" went to number twelve on the Billboard Hot 100 and was Manilow's second number one in a row on the Easy Listening chart, spending one week at number one in April 1975...
Matt’s Quote of the Day – Joseph Conrad
Here's today's quote. As explained earlier sometimes they are inspirational, sometimes funny, sometimes serious, and sometimes they just make you say hmm....
WFGR Retrovision: PM Magazine
Remember PM Magazine? Remember Roaring 20's Pizza? Remember mustaches in the early 1980's? We'll get ready to jump into a West Michigan Time Machine as we feature a clip of PM Magazine from WZZM 13 from 1982 - and even take a peek at the great retro commercials, Featuring radio legend Andy Rent...
‘Shanghai Breezes’ by John Denver – Classic Hit or Miss
"Shanghai Breezes" is the title of a popular song by the American singer-songwriter John Denver. Released as a single from his 1982 album Seasons of the Heart, "Shanghai Breezes" would become Denver's fifteenth and final Top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at #31 during the spring of 1982...
Matt’s Quote of the Day – Anatole France
Here's today's quote. As explained earlier sometimes they are inspirational, sometimes funny, sometimes serious, and sometimes they just make you say hmm....
Wurstfest 2013 This Weekend
It's the First Weekend of Fall in West Michigan - and that means it's time for Wurstfest in Dorr this weekend! A great time for the family and the adults as well all at the New Salem Corn Maze. . If you looking for scare in the full moon air join us in the CORN MAZE. Looking for a themed experience the WITCHES WOODS is perfect for you!
‘That’s When the Music Takes Me’ by Neil Sedaka – Classic Hit or Miss
Sedaka was born in Brooklyn, New York. His father, Mac Sedaka, was a taxi driver and a Sephardic Jew of Lebanese descent He grew up in Brighton Beach, which lies on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean.Sedaka is a cousin of the late singer Eydie Gormé. He demonstrated musical aptitude in his second-grade choral class, and when his teacher sent a note home suggesting he take piano lessons, his mother to
Matt’s Quote of the Day – Mary Kay Ash
Here's today's quote. As explained earlier sometimes they are inspirational, sometimes funny, sometimes serious, and sometimes they just make you say hmm....
Matt’s Quote of the Day – Baltasar Gracian
Here's today's quote. As explained earlier sometimes they are inspirational, sometimes funny, sometimes serious, and sometimes they just make you say hmm....
‘Don’t Let Me Be Lonely Tonight’ by James Taylor – Classic Hit or Miss
November 1972 saw the release of Taylor's fourth album, One Man Dog. A concept album primarily recorded in his home recording studio, it featured cameos by Linda Ronstadt and consisted of eighteen short pieces of music put together. It was received with generally lukewarm reviews and, despite making the Top 10 of the Billboard Album Charts, overall sales were disappointing. The lead single "D