It's been a wild ride this summer... wet, rainy, hot, cool.  I have heard it is sweltering in Arizona, Texas and the South.  Parker McCollum made light of that the other day.

My wife (who’s from Oklahoma)

- hey when does fall start in Texas?

Me- about the 3rd week of January and it lasts about 45 minutes

— Parker McCollum (@ParkerMcCollum) August 29, 2023

 This is the truth.  Here in Ohio there hasn't been much of a summer.  I was expecting since school was back in session the scorching days would settle in.  Wednesday is supposed to be a high, A HIGH of 61...  Last week, most of the area was slammed with heavy winds, tons of rain, 3 earthquakes and 13 Tornados that touched down.  Some folks are still without power.  

The Floridians and those that are near The Gulf of Mexico are preparing to get hit by Idalia. 

I was in Corpus Christi, Texas for Katrina, Rita and Ike among others.  Luckily never a direct hit or even more than a low level CAT 3 Hurricane.  Thank goodness!!!  Preparing is not fun, boarding up your home, sandbags and just hope that it misses.

One year, as we prepared for Hurricane Ike our friends called and said come to the bar.  We walked in and the coverage was on every TV in the joint.  And then "this idiot" popped onto the screen...  I am so glad I got to see it live.  

 ***bear suit is not recommended attire for hurricanes***

I feel for those that are readying for Idalia.  Hope everyone is safe. If people are told to leave, the best thing to do is to leave, IF you have a place to go.  Remember after a certain point the rescue workers can not make it out safely.  Thoughts and prayers for those in the prediction cone and areas of landfall and storm surge.  At this point Florida prepare for the worst and hope for the best.   Hurricane Season lasts thru November 30th.  

It's the HARDY Send Me Backstage T-shirt and Ticket Stop...  

at Zombie Powersports and Countryside Campgrounds End Of Summer Bash at 2687 St. Route 43 in Mogadore...

Come scope out your campsite and all the amenities at Countryside Campgrounds...

Check out Zombie Motorsports ATV's, UTV's, Golf Carts, Go-Karts, Motorcycles and more... 

Zombie Motorsports is Akron's Local Massimo Dealer.

WQMX will be onsite from 1-2:30pm and draw the winner of the HARDY Tickets at 2:30 Sharp. 

Must Be Present to Win.  Show me your country concert tickets and get Send Me Backstage T-shirts, while they last... 

National Dog Day is Saturday...  Bring your pup out to The HARDY Send Me Backstage Ticket Stop during Zombie Powersports and Countryside Campgrounds End Of Summer Bash!!! Stop by for your free entry for HARDY, Lainey Wilson and Dylan Marlowe Tickets at Countryside Campgrounds 2687 State Route 43 in Mogadore from 1 to 2:30 this Saturday with 94.9 WQMX...

At 2:30 Sharp we'll draw the winner of the HARDY Tickets...plus if you have country concert tickets show them to me and get your Send Me Backstage T-shirts, while they last.

Afterwards since it is National Dog Day...  Look to these pet friendly establishments to enjoy the day with your pup(s) and pals.

If you are more of the at home pet owner Click Here for Pumpkin Spice Dog Brew... 

If it is more for your drink experience with your furry friend then there is a local list below.

Breweries

Missing Mountain Brewery: 2811 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls. Dogs permitted outside but must be on leash.

Missing Falls Brewery: 540 S. Main St. Suite 112, Akron. Dogs permitted inside and outside but must be on leash.

Thirsty Dog Brewing Company: 587 Grant St., Akron. Dogs permitted outside on the patio. Leashing not required.

Akronym Brewing: 58 E. Market St., Akron. Dogs permitted outside on the patio but must be on leash.

Hoppin' Frog Brewery: 1680 E. Waterloo Road, Akron. Dogs permitted outside on the front patio but must be on leash and well behaved.

Ohio Brewing Company: 2250 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls. Dogs permitted outside on the patio but must be on leash.

Lock 15 Brewing Co.: 21 W. North Street Suite TL 1, Akron.

HiHO Brewing Co.: 1707 Front St, Cuyahoga Falls. Dogs permitted outside on the patio but must be on leash.

McArthur's Brew House: 2721 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls. Dogs permitted outside on the patio but must be on leash.

Mr. Zub's Deli & Bar: 795 W. Market St., Akron. Dogs permitted outside on the patio but must be on leash.

Ignite Brewing Company: 600 W. Tuscarawas Ave, Barberton. Dogs permitted outside on the patio. Leashing not required, but dogs must be friendly.

R. Shea Brewing: 1662 Merriman Road, Akron and 540 S. Main St. Suite 214, Akron. Dogs permitted outside on the back patio (Akron location). Leashing not required, but dogs must be friendly.

My son is a chip off the old block.  If you remember W-Boo-MX, I am a fan of Halloween. 

I have been investing in Duct Tape lately as he is diligently working on his Halloween Costume in August.  

Personally, I love it.  I want to help but he is diving in head and mask first.  The reason why I am happy... 

Last year on Halloween Eve... he decided against a costume we bought, so he could wear black jogging pants and a black hoodie...  

The first house is like, oh what are you hunny?  He replied "I'm a robber".   It really looked like there was no effort put into his costume.

So I'm hoping with all this effort sooo far out that he is going to stick with the idea and not change his mind at the last minute.

Now if I could just get him to do the rest of his summer reading that is due Monday...  Sheesh...   

This is a picture of him years ago, slaying me in my Dragon Mascot Costume.

I know there is a chart...  but like you sometimes those aren't my favorite cuts at this moment.  
You can always help us with the Music Panel... Click Here.  

But these are the 10 I can't help but singing right now in no certain order...

You love camping, You love Massimo ATV's, UTV's, Golf Carts and you love HARDY!!!

So join me this Saturday from 1-2:30 for a HARDY Send Me Backstage T-shirt and Ticket Stop.

Check out Countryside Campground and Zombie John's a perfect match for all your outdoor needs!!!!

Can't wait to see you at Countryside Campground, 2687 State Route 43 in Mogadore... bring those future

country concert tickets to get the New Electric Green Send Me Backstage T-shirts. 

And you will receive one free entry when you arrive for the HARDY, Lainey Wilson and Dylan Marlowe Show at the Covelli Center.

You can donate $1 to WQMX Charities to increase your chances.  We draw the winner at exactly 2:30...  See you this Saturday in Mogadore.

Sunday is National Radio Day and at WQMX we say it all the time...

We are YOUR COUNTRY! We are live and local... You make us what we are and allow us to do what we love.  Thank you for make us part of your day, sharing your stories and sharing parts of your lives with us.  We are part of your community, we are your neighbors and friends.  We appreciate you lending an ear, reaching out to us, supporting our amazing charities and events and above all being you always.

I am honored and wouldn't want to do this anywhere else.  Thank you for turning us on, turning us up and being the best!  

Meeeee meeee meeeeeee!!!!  (clears throat).  

If you have listened to the show... You know I am not a singer.  But in the singing game, a voice, is the money-maker!  Gotta Protect It!

Artists have to realize that after taking a huge chunk of time off during the pandemic. (not their fault)  Their voices will take time to strengthen for the abundance of shows they are putting on their vocal cords these days. 

For some artists the pandemic was the biggest layoff of their careers. Now being back on the road for a full tour is overload.

Recently,

-Morgan Wallen was put on vocal rest by doctor's orders and missed a month of shows. 

-Miranda had an illness that had her re-schedule a few of her residency shows. 

-Luke Bryan had to cancel 3 shows due to illness.  Then Played 2 shows and then had to cancel another. 

Vocal rest is nothing new.  Reba, Jon Pardi, Shania a lot of artists have been on ordered rest in the past.  It is just the nature of the business.  People get sick, strain vocals and can't make shows for some reason or another.  It is nothing personal against us the ticketholders! I understand the frustration.  Going, waiting to park, paying for parking, standing/waiting/getting into the venue, refreshments, concert memorabilia, just to turn around and have to do it all over again or just get a refund.  

I realize this summer has been a really wet one for outdoor country shows.  We are Ohio!  Wait 5 minutes and the weather is different...   some shows have been like 5 hour delays, but they happened, and were worth it to me.   The artists, venues, promoters... no one wants to cancel million dollar shows or tours due to weather, voice, health or any instance.  Life happens... The artist wants to give you the best show because it's their livelihood and you pay their bills and keep them going.  They do not want to let you down.  If it is a vocal issue they have to wait for doctor's 'all clear'.  Let's just hope the rest of the outdoor shows go over without any hiccups...  You can't cancel a show for those???   Kidding.  

Dylan Scott just dropped a few shows due to doctors vocal rest orders (not around Ohio):

(1/2) "Hey guys - cancelling shows is never something I want to do but with doctor’s orders I cannot perform this weekend.
Kansas City - we will be rescheduling tonight’s show two weeks from now to 08/31.

Unfortunately, my appearances on the following two shows are cancelled:

— Dylan Scott (@DylanScottCntry) August 17, 2023

(2/2)

08/18 Watertown, SD
08/19 East Grand Forks, MN

If you had tickets to any of these shows, more information will be coming to you directly from each venue. I am so sorry but thank you guys for understanding!” - Dylan

— Dylan Scott (@DylanScottCntry) August 17, 2023

Is it October 18th yet?  Let's GO!!!!

Bosom Buddies Benefit Concert is coming to The Akron Civic Theater that day!  If you join the WQMX Country Club you can take advantage of the PreSale Thursday, August 17th from 10AM-10PM...   General Onsale is Friday August 18th at 10am at WQMX.com.  

Chase Rice and Priscilla Block will be your entertainment for the night during the 24th Annual Bossom Buddies Benefit!  There will be raffles and more to benefit Bosom Buddies.   But it is going to be a night of hits from these 2...

 Chase Rice:

Bad Day To Be A Cold Beer

Eyes On You

Drinkin Beer, Talkin' God, Amen

Ready, Set, Roll, If I Were Rock & Roll, I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go to Hell, Bench Seat, Three Chords & The Truth,

Gonna Wanna Tonight and sooo many more!!!

Priscilla Block:

You, Me & Whiskey

My Bar

Just About Over You

Thick Thighs, Fake Names, Peaked in High School just to name a few...

I think everyone is a huge fan of Shania Twain...

Wednesday Night is the Shania SuperFan Episode on CBS.  "Any Fan Of Mine" puns will rule the night, I am sure. (sorry had to)

We'll see who is "Still The One" that is Shania's SuperFan...

There are still Little Big Town and Kelsea Ballerini Episodes in the upcoming weeks.