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Meet Pros On the Loose


Wednesday, June 10, 2009 -  The KINK Morning Show is putting the power of the KINK Community to work!

American Idol's Top 24


Thursday, February 18, 2010 - New Idol Wannabe's. Check 'em out.

An Avatar Prequel


Thursday, February 18, 2010 - All those questions we had about Avatar..finally answered?

Bad Company - Paul Rodgers


Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - It's a crowning achievement for the hard rock supergroup.

Go You Chicken Fat Go


02/04/10-A memory  from Grade School Gym Class.

156 Countries Sing Together


Wednesday, February 3, 2010 - A world-wide rendition of "All You Need is Love". Check it out. It's awesome.

Dave & Sheila's Office Road Show


Monday, February 1, 2010 - Now that we are kicking off your workday with the Morning Music Hour at 8:30am every weekday, Dave & Sheila have some extra time on their hands. So rather than sitting around the office here at KINK, they are going to come visit you at work to say thanks for listening to KINK.FM.

Haiti Radiothon: Get the word out!


Tuesday, January 19, 2010 - We're trying to get the word out to all of our Kink friends and family to help our Mercy Corps radiothon.

Why Jimmy Fallon Rocks Late Night


Friday, January 15, 2010 - Love this…here is Ringo Starr and Questlove from The Roots having a “Drum-off’ On the Jimmy Fallon Show.

Does Tim Gunn have a new catch phrase?


Wednesday, January 13, 2010 - Tune in Thursday, January 14, 2010, as Sheila and Dave talk to Tim Gunn of "Project Runway".

O.A.R: New Live Album


Monday, January 11, 2010 - “RAIN OR SHINE,” O.A.R. SET TO RELEASE LIVE 4-DISC SET

Bono, Damien, Glen busking for homeless


Wednesday, January 6, 2010 - Check this out. Here is Bono, Glen Hansard, and Damien Rice playing for spare change on a Dublin street corner to raise money for the homeless over the Christmas Holiday. Good to see even super stars can sing out of key.

CBS News switches from Walter to Morgan


Tuesday, January 5, 2010 - Since his death last year, CBS has been using a Walter Cronkite voice over to introduce Katie Couric's Evening News. Well, it is official, they have finally replaced it with Actor Morgan Freeman.

Concert Review: Cascadia Yulegrass


Tuesday, December 29, 2009 - A year-end review from our favorite reviewer, AJ.

Best New Electronics


Tuesday, December 22, 2009 - Our annual checking in with Jim Barry, Media Spokesman for the Consumer Electronic Association.

Santa Without Borders


Tuesday, December 22, 2009 - We unintentionally outsourced our Interviews when we talked to santa.com in Canada. 

Dave's Rave: Avatar


Saturday, December 19, 2009 - James Cameron has raised the movie making bar. 

Regifting Robin


Friday, December 18, 2009 - Yes. We all do it! But have some fun with this. IT IS WAY TOO FUN!

Yes. There IS a Santa School


Friday, December 18, 2009 - We Do believe. We DO. But read on if you want some pro training at this Santa thing.

Cinematic Titanic Santa Conquers The Martians


Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - Cinematic Titanic, the new feature-length movie riffing show from the creator and original cast of Mystery Science Theater 3000, continues the tradition of riffing on the unfathomable, the horribly great, and the just plain 'cheesy' movies of the past.

End of the Decade Clearout Sale


Monday, December 14, 2009 - Coldplay is raising money for a children’s charity by holding an End of the Decade Clearout Sale.

Watch: Bob Saget Drop-by


Friday, December 11, 2009 - Bob Saget finds his way to the KINK MORNING SHOW . We try to contain ourselves but chaos and hilarity ensue.

A Very Dylan Xmas


Wednesday, December 9, 2009 - It is Saint Zimmerman in the middle of a Holly Jolly Bar Brawl....Ho Ho Ho

Happy Sting New Year


Wednesday, December 9, 2009 - Start the new year off with Sting....

Crafty Xmas Decorations


Tuesday, December 8, 2009 -  This house gets my vote for Best Xmas Decorations EVER!

Blazers Lose Oden to Injury


Sunday, December 6, 2009 - Greg Oden is out for the Season with a Knee Injury! He underwent surgury Sunday. You can leave him a message.

Mellencamp's No-Smoking Wager


Thursday, December 3, 2009 - It is John Mellencamp's son Speck who has made a deal with his dad...If he gets 1 million people to join this facebook Drive...John will give up cigarettes!

Parents, Kids, Rock Together


Tuesday, December 1, 2009 - Decemberists guitarist Chris Funk  and his  girlfriend created YouWho for the fam.

Keeping Civil War CIVIL


Monday, November 30, 2009 - With football fans in Oregon and around the country focusing on Eugene for the biggest ‘Civil War' football game in state history, police and transportation officials urge Thursday travelers to stay focused on their game day driving and stadium behavior.

100-Proof Turkey


Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - We're not sure if this shouldn't carry a "DON'T TRY THIS AT HOME" warning, but darn! it's fascinating.

Watch: Smashing Pumpkin's Drummer Audition


Monday, November 23, 2009 - Smashing Pumpkins' Drummer Auditions Documented in Video.

Concert Review: KISS


Monday, November 23, 2009 - The Gene Simmons Rock n' Roll Machine was in Portland last week, and our friend AJ was there.

Old Dog's Lori Loughlin


Monday, November 23, 2009 - Lori's known best for her fole in FULL HOUSE. Now in OLD DOGS.

Concert Review: The Mother Hips


Saturday, November 21, 2009 - The Mother Hips were at Doug Fir with a few other peeps we know. (Read on to find out).

40 Years of the BIG BA


Thursday, November 19, 2009 - We are proud of you, Bob. And so happy you are also part of the KINK family!

Travis Outlaw Sidelined


Wednesday, November 18, 2009 - Travis is out for 3-5 months.

PGE's Safety & Outages


Tuesday, November 17, 2009 - Be prepared and know what to do when the lights go out

Adam Sandler - STUD BOY


Monday, November 16, 2009 - Host from 80s MTV Game Show Ken Ober Died at the Age of 52. Here is a VERY young pre-SNL Adam Sandler doing a walk on as "Stud-Boy"

Rockin' the Snuggie!


Tuesday, November 3, 2009 - Does a Snuggie have rock creds? WE think so. Read on.

Concert Review: Loggins & Messina


Monday, Novemeber 2, 2009 - Our good friend AJ was there.

Michael Jackson Film, Halloween, and More


Friday, October 30, 2009 - Ready for chillers, thrillers?

Haunted Heathman Hotel


Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - Ready to spend a wonderfully spooky night on Halloween? Read on! (IF you dare).

Gerard Butler Interview


Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Dave and Sheila talk to Gerard Butler.

Norah Jones' New Adventure


Friday, October 16, 2009 - A bluesy surprise. A welcome change of pace.

U2 Live at Rose Bowl


Monday, October 19, 2009 - See U2 perform Live at the Rose Bowl this weekend.

Look Like Mad Men


Monday, October 19, 2009 - Want to look like Don Draper...Check it out.

Jim Morrison's Ghost?


Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - You decide if this is real (what life was like before phoshop, we don't know).

Zach Braff: Alive and Well


Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - Zach Braff from Scrubs is Alive and well...despite the phony story that popped up on Twitter

Concert Review: AJ's Bob Dylan Night


Friday, October 9, 2009 - Our good friend, and acute observer of the musIcal scene was there Wednesday night. And be sure to check out our own Brad Dolbeer's review as well.

GRUNGE


Thursday, October 8, 2009 - The Grunge kids. So uncool, they were beyond cool.

Craig Ferguson Late Late Show Beginning


Wednesday, October 7, 2009 - Craig Ferguson refers to Letterman.

Movie News: Adventures of Power


Wednesday, October 7, 2009 - A movie is hitting theatres Friday that I think Sheila (or for that matter, ANYONE that has ever spent anytime with me) is really going to be able to relate to.

Rosanne Cash and Dad's List


Monday, October 5, 2009 - Make no mistake, Rosanne Cash fully understands the value of the sheet of yellow lined paper her father handed to her one summer day in 1973. 

Conan O'Brien's Big Fall


Tuesday, September 29, 2009 - Conan O'Brien has turned his "Tonight Show" stunt injury into comedy, showing footage of it as a "cautionary tale" for kids.

The Carol Burnett Show


Saturday, September 26, 2009 - Carol Burnett: National Treasure!

CONCERT REVIEW


Friday, September 25, 2009 - Here's a concert review Cynthia orlando sent us. Thanks!

The Kanye Effect


Thursday, September 24, 2009 - JACK WHITE AND JIMMY KIMMEL PULL A KANYE

Christian Slater


Monday, September 21, 2009 - Greetings and Salutaitons!!

Let's Be Pirates for a Day


Friday, September 18, 2009 - Breaking News!! The 4th Annual Portland Pirate Festival has been sanctioned by Guinness World Records™ to challenge the record for “Most Pirates Gathered In One Location”.

Kevin Duckworth Honored


Thursday, September 17, 2009 - We can't believe it's been a year since we lost Duck.

Kanye West vs Taylor Swift


Monday, September 14, 2009 - Here's your viral moment of the day from last nights' MTV VMA show.

U2: 360 Stateside in 3-2-1


Wednesday, September 9, 2009 - 3 Days and Counting till US leg of the Tour...The band is looking for input as to what to add to set list.

CONCERT REVIEW: Bonnie Raitt


Tuesday, September 8, 2009 - A listener review for Bonnie Raitt's Eugene show! Keep 'em coming!

>>READ: AJ's Matisyahu Interview


Saturday, September 5,  2009 - We always knew our pal AJ could write the great concert review. Now look at our AJ shine. Way to go, man.

John Fogerty Rides Again


Tuesday, September 1, 2009 - JOHN FOGERTY's new album is out.

A New Simon Cowell Rave


Tuesday, August 25, 2009 - The Best Audition EVER?

Office Fans....Spoiler Alert!


Tuesday, August 25, 2009 - ..but click on you are curious about next season.

Juliette Lewis Interview


Monday, August 24, 2009 - This talented musician and actor assures us the live show is meant to be seen, heard and felt LIVE!

The Church of God-Zillah


Monday, AUgust 24, 2009 - Happened to see this reference online the other day on line from a member of the KINK community who was touring wineries up around Yakima …he was in a little town called Zillah and passed this Giant Statue of a Dinosaur wrapped in Christmas Lights holding a cross out in front of a Church. Didn’t quite know what to make of it until he read the sign.

Casting Call for Leverage


Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Extras Only is now responsible for all the background, featured extra, stand-in and photo double casting for the popular, action packed TNT drama “Leverage” and is looking for more people who want to work as...

Dream on Until Your Dreams Come True/UPDATE


Friday, August 14, 2009 - Aerosmith ended up canceleing, but Jamie won "best fan"!

WOODSTOCK: Back to the Garden


Wednesday, August 13, 2009 - 40th Anniversaries don't come cheap. You run the risk of getting caught up in a memory avalanche!!!  We've collected some great links and stories for you. Read on. Indulge.

One More Traffic Glitch!


Thursday, August 6, 2009 - Now there one more thing you have to watch out for on the roads.

Charlie Mars; Listen to the Dark Side


Monday, August, 3, 2009 - Mississippi-bred singer-songwriter Charlie Mars' new single "Listen to the Darkside," is the first from his upcoming fifth album, Like A Bird Like a Plane.

Cruise to see the DMB


Monday, August, 3, 2009 - The Dave Matthews Band is offering an experience of a lifetime.

Shatner Reads Palin


Friday, July 31, 2009 - Brilliant idea conceived by The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien. Check it out.

Now YOU can Call Jenny Jenny


THursday, July 30, 2009 - Someone in Philly is selling their Phone number: 867-5309.

Saved By the Bell Reunion


Thursday, July 30, 2009 - Tiffany Amber Thiessen Finally Comes clean,,,

It's Sooooooo Hot....


Tuesday, July 28, 2009 - Wow, Another sweltering July day in Portland. Makes us think, "Just HOW hot IS it?"

Morning Show Poll -- Watering the lawn in boxer shorts?


Dave's wife thinks he should put an end to his boxer short yard watering days. What do you think?

Aerosmith's Joey Kramer


Wednesday, July 22, 2009 - Dave and Sheila will talk with drummer Joey Kramer Thursday morning right after 7 AM.

Flying with the Wright Brothers


Monday, July 20, 2009 - Orville and Wilbur Take the Stage at Pioneer Courthouse Square for Noon Tunes!!

Bonus download from Spoon


Monday, July 20, 2009 - Download a bonus track from Spoon at www.spoontheband.com and click on the BONUS menu.

Sir Paul's Super-Fan


Monday, July 20, 2009 - Paul McCartney's autograph is now permanently inked on a young fan's arm.

Tom Cavanagh Interview


Thursday, July 9, 2009 - Dave & Sheila chat with actor Tom Cavanagh.

Musicians Bust United's Chops


Thursday, July 9, 2009 - What's a poor musician to do when an airline breaks his guitar and gives him the runaround for nearly a year, ultimately refusing to pay for repairs?

Where the Hell is Matt?


Tuesday, July 7, 2009 - Dave & Sheila talk with viral video dancing sensation Matt Harding on Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at 7:10 a.m.

>>AUDIO<< Jada Pinkett Smith Interview


Tuesday, July 7, 2009 - Jada Pinkett Smith stars in the NEW TNT series HawthoRNe, Tuesday nights.   She chatswith Dave & Sheila on Tuesday, July 7 about her role as Chief Nurse Christina Hawthorne.

John Krasinski interview


Tuesday, June 30, 2009 - We can't say it better than this: Nice Guys finally come in first!

Benjamin Bratt


Monday, June 29, 2009 - For more than 20 years, actor Benjamin Bratt's career has successfully spanned film and television.

Post Father's Day Thoughts


Monday, June 22, 2009 -  Just heard from our good friend AJ Crandall. Check this out.

Obama, the Fly Killer


Thursday, June 18, 2009 - Obama Kills Fly Like a Ninja!, Disturbs PETA!

Great Father's Day Gift


Thursday, June 18, 2009 - Fathers Day is Coming Up this weekend…..What self respecting Dad could turn down a Homer Simpson voice for their Tom Tom GPS…Only $12.59

Gene Simmons: Rock Star


Monday, June 15, 2009 - Gene Simmons: Rock star or Entertainer?

CASTING CALL: Harrison Ford Project


Friday, June 5, 2009 - OPEN CASTING CALL

Live Nation's No Service Fee Wednesdays


Wednesday, June 3, 2009 - LIVE NATION DROPS TICKET FEE FOR 24 HOURS!

Joe Pantoliano Interview


Monday, June 1, 2009 - Joey Pants ("The Soprano's" Star Joe Pantoliano) is the founder and president of No Kidding, Me Too!  He recently took time out from his busy schedule to talk to Dave & Sheila.

Matthews Music Monday - hear every cut


Friday, May 29, 2009 - Tune in on Monday, June 1, 2009 to check out the new Dave Matthews album on New Music Monday, or as we have dubbed it, Matthews Music Monday.

Get fit with Dave


Friday, May 29, 2009 -  With Hood to Coast coming up in August, we talked to Rusty Sandusky, the fitness manager at Pearl Sport 24 Hour Fitness, to get the answers to a few of your training questions.

Brian Grant Interview


Wednesday, May 27, 2009 - Dave talks to Brian Grant and his wife, Gina, about his recent Parkinson's diagnosis.

Jesse Ventura Interview


Tuesday, May 26, 2009 - This morning we talked to a man who took on the Predator with Arnold Swartzeneggor and went on to become the Govenor of Minnesota.

John Ratzenberger


Wednesday, May 20, 2009 - The Cheers alum and Pixar fixture talks about this new BD release, his charitable foundation and that mysterious new toy in Toy Story 3.

The Mind of Joe Mantegna


Tuesday, May 19, 2009 - We knwo Joe from The Godfather III, and more recently from Criminal Minds, but he has another passion on his plate.

Elayne Boosler


Monday, May 18th, 2009 - She's hilarious, funny, warm, and so engaging. And her heart is in the right place when it comes to animals.

IDOL Chatter


Friday, May 15, 2009 - Can the season finale really be coming so soon? O yeah..

Ty Murray


Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - OK, he was really not that great a dancer. But we loved his work-ethic, right? Dancing with the Stars judges gave him endless encouragement, and his fans were ardent!

Perry Reeves


Monday, May 12, 2009 - As Mrs. Ari Gold in HBO’s Entourage, Reeves has transformed the meaning of supporting actress.

Concert Review: Jackie Green


Monday, May 4, 2009 - Our good friend and regular concert-goer,  AJ offers up this concise and super review for you. 

Go Blazers!!!!


Thursday, April 30, 2009 - All eyes on Houston. We hope our guys bring it all back home!!

2 Days on a Movie Set


Monday, April 27, 2009 - Meet my friend Rusty who was hired as an extra in The Crowley Project…..he had a brush with Greatness aka: Harrison Ford.

Can This Cat Be Saved?


Monday, April 27, 2009 - Got this letter the other day, adn i wondered if any cat-lover out in the KINK Community has some ideas for Laura. Read on.

OMG: Is THAT Susan Boyle?!?


Friday, April 24, 2009 - Look at our Scottish lass now. She's got a brand new look.

SpongeBob Squarepants


Friday, April 17, 2009 - Tom Kenny aka SpongeBob …has a new show.

Concert Review: Unwigged & Unplugged


Thursday, April 23, 2009 - AJ with a great review and a bit of Dave Scott History (Our paths go way back).

Depeche Mode: 2009 Model


Wednesday, April 22, 2009 - Many 80's and 90's icons struggle to regain their former glorious footing. Not Depeche Mode.

He's BOB BARKER


Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - “Come on Down!” for an Inside Look at Hollywood’s Longest-Running Daytime TV Legend, Bob Barker .

Plain White T's


Friday, April 17, 2009 - Nothing Plain about those harmonies!

Dave drums with Squirrel Nut Zippers


Friday, April 17, 2009 - Dave sits down with Squirrel Nut Zippers' drummer Chris Phillips to do some drumming and talking.

Boyle's Got Talent


Tuesday, April14, 2009 - Check it out from British Idol...Never Judge a Book By It's Cover and watch Cowell go from Rolling his Eyes to Mesmer "Eyes". <

The Boss: Dancing in the Dark?


Thursday, April 9, 2009 - If you're' in the spolight, well, you're in the eye of the hurricane.

What Really Goes on in the KINK Studio


Wednesday, April 8, 2009 - Good thing radio is not on TV. We get to "come as we are"!

Queensryche's New Concept


Tuesday, April 7, 2009 - Queensryche envisions war through the eyes of a soldier with the band's 12th studio release, the epic concept album, American Soldier.>

Bob Saget


Friday, April 3, 2009 - Bob Saget is known worldwide for his many television roles and for setting a precedent by simultaneously starring in two Top 10 primetime series.

ER Bows Out!


Wednesday, April 1, 2009 - The"ER"that exits television with its final episode Thursday on NBC is a shadow of its former self.

Meet Gomez


Tuesday, March 31, 2009 - The British band Gomez is a five-piece act. Listen for our interview.

Free Bob Dylan Song Download


Monday, March 30, 2009 - For one day only, you can snag the new Bob Dylan song for free.  Pick it up at www.bobdylan.com

Mat Kearney


Friday, March 27, 2009 - "To a kid from Oregon by way of California/All of this is more than I've ever known or seen".

U2 with Brian Eno


Friday, March 27, 2009 - Members of U2.com get a lot of exclusive content from the band and the latest is an interview with producer Brian Eno.

30 Rock


Thursday, March 26, 2009 - We are talking to cast members of our favorite show, one by one. Today, it is the producer guy, played by Scott Adsit.

New Songs From Death Cab


Wednesday, March 25, 2009 - Check out details on a new EP from Death Cab for Cutie. The Open Door EP is available digitally on 3/31, physical release to follow, via Atlantic.

Colin Hanks


Monday, March 23, 20090 - Colin doesn't need his famous daddy's help!

Dane Cook


Thursday, March 12, 2009 - Mention Dane's name around here, and you likely to get a "Yay---uh".

Ben Harper Gets Heavy


Friday, February 6, 2009 - The ever restless Ben slides into heavy rock territory with his new project.

Belinda Carlisle Interview


Monday, March 9, 2009 - Go-Go Belinda Carlisle!   Belinda has been getting in shape since she's signed on for the new season of Dancing With the Stars.

Globetrotter's Hot Shot Branch


Friday, February 20, 2009 - The Globetrotter's Hot Shot Branch goes one-on-one with the KINK Morning Show, ahead of Saturday's game.

Tyrone Wells in the KINK Live Performance Lounge


Friday, February 6, 2009 - Our pal A.J. takes the KINK Community into the best venue in town, for an upclose, birds-eye view.

Concert Review: Los Lobos


Wednesday, January 28, 2009 - When you hear the word “acoustic” associated with a concert, it conjures up visions of acoustic guitars and bar stools on stage.

Concert Review: Kink Holiday Concert


Year after year, it is tough to top a KINK.FM holiday benefit concert. Proving their station’s motto, “True To the Music”, the KINK staff outdid themselves once again.

Concert Review: The BoDeans


KINK Listener A.J. Crandell gives us a review of The BoDeans show at the Crystal Ballroom on August 17, 2008.

The Strangers movie trailer


Here's The Strangers" Official Trailer...

Concert Review: Joe Jackson


Sometimes, things don't live up to our expectations. Everything comes with a little hype. Each action we take is anticipated to some degree.

David Lindley Concert Review


I wanted to take a minute to tell you about seeing David Lindley last weekend. What I remember of it was great. The problem is, I don’t remember much.

Mary Gauthier/Mark Olson Concert Review


On Wednesday night I cruised in to Lola’s Room at the Crystal Ballroom. “An acoustic evening with Mary Gauthier and Mark Olson” read the marquee. I had only heard one song by Mary Gauthier (Mercy Now) and knew Mark Olson from his days with TheJayhawks, one of the premier alt-country bands of the late nineties.

Concert Review: Howard Jones


I was shocked, stunned, dazed and taken aback all at once. It seems that Howard Jones isn’t merely good, he’s great!

Celebrities Donate to Many Candidates


The New York TImes has put together a list of some of the entertainers who have made donations to presidential candidates for the 2008 race. An interesting read...

Back Door Slam Concert Review


When they did hit the stage, they owned it.

Wonderful Music Stuff from 2007


KINK Listener and concert reviewer A.J. Crandall takes a look at the musical highlights of 2007.

Gov't Mule Concert Review


Four master musicians at the top of their craft.

Eagles: Long Road Out Of Eden


The title track rollicks on for over ten minutes with a slightly eastern feel ala Plant/Page, but finishes all 'Eagle-ly' and leaves me with goose bumps.

Feist Concert Review


Seeing Leslie Feist perform to 3000 people in the Schnitzer was a gratifying experience. KINK has supported Feist for years and it was nice to see her hard work paying off.

Concert Review: Austrailian Floyd


First of all, the visuals are on a par with the “Real Floyd”. They have giant inflated animals, lasers, and an ever changing backdrop that keeps you interested and engaged, even if the music at times does not. There, I said it. I wasn’t as impressed on Tuesday night as I was the first time I saw this band. 

So Invasive...yet So entertaining


Guess who Tom Hank's "MySpace" Friends Are!

Bonnaroo


If you were not fortunate enough to catch this years Bonnaroo, check out this eyewitness recap sent into Dave and Sheila from KINK Community member AJ.

Road Rage Revenge


Ever been a victim of road rage and wondered, "Where are the cops when you need 'em?"

Best CDs of 2007...So Far


A quick glance at the best CDs so far this year...

He Shoots 18 Holes...And He Likes It!


I had a chance to chat with Rock Legend Alice Cooper about the old days hanging out with John Lennon and Keith Moon in the Rainbow room and how a life time of recreational drinking paved the path for a new found passion for golf.

The Day I Played Drums for Jethro Tull


Radio is a haven for frustrated musicians. Even though I may not make a living at it, I can at least enjoy the lifestyle vicariously. One night Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull took that a step further.
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