Lee 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 format.
Richey can currently be heard on WKPQ in Hornell, NY. He hosts "Wakin' Up Kickin" from 6 to 10am weekdays, and a very successful lunch hour, all request show.
He originally made his mark in the country format with a 10-year stint as program and music director for WCJW radio, located in Warsaw, in western New York.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 make it big. His program also featured many interview segments with well-known country stars, such as Kenny Chesney, LeAnn Rimes, Willie Nelson, and countless others. These interviews are primarily done over the phone with the artist calling in, however he does feature visiting artists live in the studio whenever possible. He generally likes to interview his guests in a very conversational, and informal manner. One aspect that set him apart from other interviewers was that he played the guitar, and when interviewing a guest, would often suggest that he accompany them on guitar to 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 will spend a good part 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 & 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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