Crews
Introducing the legendary voice you’ve missed on the airwaves – Crews is back where it all began!
With a rockin’ journey that kicked off at Q102 in 2010, Crews is now celebrating 12 epic years in the biz and returning to our rock radio station. A true aficionado of the genre, Crews‘s playlist boasts favorites like Rob Zombie, Austin Meade, Adelitas Way, Orgy, Starset, Sleep Theory, Bush, Blink-182, and many more.
Tune in and rock out with the one and only Crews!
Uli
Q: Let’s get it out of the way, is Uli your real name, and how do you pronounce THAT?
A: It really is, although it’s short for something else; it’s pronounced “OOOH-lee”
Q: What’s your deal? Where are you from?
A: Born & raised in Santa Barbara, California but consider Cayucos, California my hometown. I moved to Missouri in 2000 after several years up in Alaska, working on the oil rigs among other jobs.
Q: Name your favorite bands
A: The genres I love span the spectrum. I’d say in heavy rotation most of the time are bands like The Dropkick Murphys, Foo Fighters, Trampled By Turtles, Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit, The Interrupters, Flogging Molly, Sturgill Simpson, Bad Religion, NOFX and of course, Don Ho.
Q: What brought you to Q102?
A: I spent 23 years on the Springfield Fire Department, retiring as a Captain in 2023. On my off-days I’d often hang around with the crew at the relatively new Q102, like Shadow, Kristen from The Naked Lunch and that lunatic Brock. In 2018 I started up a podcast called “Uli Who” which aims to share everyday conversations with everyday people; we all have a story to share. Mike the Intern was a guest a few times, along with several other people in the local music scene; seems like I focus a lot on music and the local brewing community (another of my interests). Then one day a call came in asking if I’d like to try a turn behind the mic at the Q…..I’m so stoked to be here!
Q: What else gets your motor running?
A: Mental health needs in the community and at-large are something that really drives me; I’m currently a VERY non-traditional student at Missouri State, getting my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Smoking meats and BBQ’ing are another passion, my cardiologist can confirm that. Building stuff in my shop and building a great beer along with friends is how I really enjoy the other 7 minutes left in the day. Also, Stevie Nicks. We could be soulmates if she’d just return my texts once in a while.
Three random facts:
- I played bass in reggae & ska bands in high school and banjo in a few bluegrass group in college (for beer, er…..textbook money). I didn’t say I was good.
- My Dad convinced his kids that all “good” things were Dutch, so I grew up believing that Pink Floyd, Supertramp and ABBA were all products of Holland, as were hot dogs. My therapist LOVES that one.
- My Christopher Walken impression has been described as “not that bad” by more than two people. And by “two people”, I mean my cats.
Casey
Meet Casey, Yup, like the gas station... a dynamic millennial who lives and breathes rock music both on and off the airwaves.
Casey broke free from the sunny Central Valley of California and found her new home here in the 417. With a passion for discovering new music and singing as loud as she can in the car, she's jumping in feet first to this new adventure.
When she's not behind the mic, Casey channels her creativity into crafting engaging reels that showcase her favorite music jams, funny moments, cringy dance moves, and travel adventures. Whether exploring hidden gems around Springfield or rocking out with her family, Casey's spark for life and adventure fuels her passion for creating fun core memories and trying to be the epitome of sunshine.
Crews on Q102
240 Minutes with Fish & Caleb
What is 240 Minutes? It's like if your radio had ADHD. Every Sunday starting at 10 AM we put themes on the first 3 hours and play music based on those themes.
"Wait- that's only 180 minutes!", you say? Good math! The 4th hour is yours! Get in on the fun! Call or text at 417-447-1021 to give us your requests!
You won't find more eclectic playlists anywhere!
HardDrive
Now celebrating its 14th year, the world famous HardDriveXL delivers... hands down... the absolute BEST radio show for the Rock/Active Rock audience! The show is led by Lou Brutus -- a Rock radio legend, an award winning host and a true Renaissance man! Lou is highly respected and loved in the music industry - from bands to radio to record label peeps. His interview skills are razor sharp, inquisitive and humorous... always keeping guests -- the likes of Foo Fighters, Metallica, Lzzy Hale, Papa Roach, The Pretty Reckless, Sevendust, Pop Evil, Godsmack, Royal Bliss, Seether, Maynard Keenan, Disturbed, Five Finger Death Punch, and so many more -- engaged and spontaneously talking up a storm on live radio! Lou connects with listeners through his love of the format, his wealth of knowledge and his deep friendships with so many artists. HardDriveXL is more like an air shift with that cool local jock whom you WANT to hear speak in between the songs, lending to a ratings winner for affiliates.
HardDriveXL fills that weeknight 7pm to midnight daypart to keep your P1s rocking throughout the week, featuring an A-level artist each night, contests, exclusive interviews, regular contesting and giveaways, tour announcements, and cool benchmark features. HardDriveXL has a 2 hour weekend counterpart, HardDrive, and combined they are broadcast on 120 happy stations. Playing a cool music mix of air-tested chart-toppers to new releases straight out of the box in the format. Both shows continue to deliver the numbers in all the key demos for Active Rock!
Bonus facts... Lou is an accomplished photographer of both Rock bands and of Major League Baseball, with a photo book in the making. His book Sonic Warrior: My Life as a Rock and Roll Reprobate was released in April 2020. Lou is a voting member of NARAS for the Grammys and is the world’s best pet daddy to #DarlaTheWonderDog too! Most of all, he has radio in his blood and is guaranteed to amp up your nights! So, what do you say... let’s bring HardDriveXL home!
Nothing but 90’s
Springfield's Rock Station
Springfield’s Rock station Q102 is your home for new rock and all your favorites from the 90’s & 2000’s
Lex & Terry Overtime
Springfield’s Funniest morning show! Lex, Terry, Dee and Sarah talk about all of the things you aren’t supposed say out loud.