Annual Readers Poll. Travis didn’t initially begin in radio. A graduate of McNally Smith School Of Music in Minnesota he began as a touring and performing musician. His travels led him to New York City where he branched out into acting appearing on “The Sopranos” tv show, “Got Milk,” “Heineken Beer,” commercials and even a Kid Rock music video. He helped relaunch the live music program for the Hard Rock Cafe in 2000 which began his love of helping discover new artists. After a short spell in Las Vegas, he moved to LA where he would work closely with rock artist Phil Varone (Saigon Kick/Skid Row) and his highly popular music and comedy show. He eventually appeared on an episode of “Charm School” featuring the “Rock Of Love” girls. He rounded out his time assisting with band bookings at a local Hollywood venue, in particular finding opening bands for the now popular “Steel Panther!”
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Travis is considered one of radio’s hardest working personalities. From his blue-collar style work ethic, to his creative content and innovative approach of spicing up radio format, he has been labeled a renaissance man by his peers. 24 WQMagazine.com
He has been a top-rated afternoon personality, to having his programs nominated three years in a row for “Best Local Radio Show” and earning that title in 2021 as voted by the listeners in Inforum’s photo credit: @pixabay
Travis moved back to the Midwest and in 2013 began working in classic rock radio and radio promotions. He has been featured in numerous publications regarding his devotion to fair airplay for female artists, his proud representation of his Native American culture, and advocacy for local artists. He is a mentor, volunteer and actively involved in his community.
