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Post Album Release Party

Last night was an amazing show! It was a three-hour concert with three separate sets. The first set was all original songs from their brand-new debut album “Fight Like a Band” which won’t be released until March 1st. They played their whole album from top to bottom and their performance did not disappoint! They did however have some restrictions on what they can use as part of their stage performances. Since the venue took place at a casino, there was concerns of too much smoke and confetti blinding the casino’s cameras. There was also a noise restriction which the band would have definitely over exceeded. From good sources I’ve gotten, the band and the casino compromised and met in the middle. But overall, the whole performance was top-notch.

The second set they performed was an all southern rock Anthem. South X(by) South Dakota is a new set which they’ve also debuted last night as part of their performance. It’s to pay tribute to all southern rock bands like Molly Hatchet, The Marshall Tucker Band, The Allman Brothers Band, Eagles – just name a few. This showcases their two six songs volume sets to bring into a live performance. They originally use these song as warm ups during their recording sessions. What was a fun way to loosen up in the studio is now a great addition to  add to their collection and live performances.

The last set, which ended the night, was their original set they’ve done since they’ve started their journey as the Ron Keel Band. With songs like Train Train, Rockin’ Into the Night, Bad Moon Rising, Flirtin’ with Disaster – to name a few. The Johnny Cash medley, where Jeff “The Rev” Koller gets out on stage and sings his favorite Johnny Cash songs. The American medley, where songs like Born in the USA, American Girl is sandwiched between American Pie. This medley starts off of with American Pie and goes into American Girl then into Born in the USA and ends with American Pie. A clever way of doing a medley. And Dave “DC” Cothern rips it up on his guitar with his fantastic guitar solo.

It was a fun night for the band and the fans that came out. Some of the fans even flew out from other states just to participate in this event. Overall, it was an amazing turnout and an amazing night!

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Ron Resigns From KBACK Radio

It was an emotional day at the KBACK studio. Ron made the best show he possibly could for his last day. He reminisced on some memories he enjoyed the most as a DJ. From his former digs at KBAD 94.5 FM to online radio streaming KBACK, he shared what he enjoyed the most as a DJ, the interaction with the listeners. Often times, against his better judgment, he takes live phones calls and put the caller on the spot. Engaging with the listeners was part of Ron’s show format. Some of the listeners loved his show so much that they became regulars or P1’s (Priority One listeners). Not only he takes their calls, he also makes it a priority to fulfill their song requests through various channels such as Facebook, calling the studio or texting his virtual phone.

As a DJ, Ron was able to have more freedom to do or play whatever he wanted with KBACK than he did at KBAD. Online radio has no rules compared to KBAD where he and everyone else had to adhere to the FCC regulations and a song list. Ron had an awesome show with KBACK. His format consisted of “Keel’s Killer Scream of the Week”, Rock star interviews, live interaction with the listeners, and playing vinyl (Yes vinyl records on the radio!). His show is one of the best shows with his up-beat personality compared to the corporate radio shows you’d hear on the FM airwaves.

With his band and his solo shows kicking into high gear, his schedule is starting to pile up. 2019 is looking like a busy year for Ron. Music For Vets in January, His “Fight Like a Band” album release party in February, Frontiers Rock Festival in Milano, Italy in April, and more tour dates to be expected to be added in promotion of the new album. As touring as KEEL, RKB and His Solo shows, there’s just not enough room in his calendar to make a consistent appearance on his radio show.