How many years did you work at KISW? 5
What position(s) did you work at KISW? On-air DJ overnights, Morning show co-host (news) with Robin Erikson (before John Maynard).
What are your three greatest memories at KISW? Too many. Open door Music Meetings. Top 1000 Countdown. Billy Idol apology. Music Card File.
What’s a story you couldn’t tell people back in the day? I still can't share.
Canadians parking in lot (Aurora) after concerts to sober up before long trek home. Bands dropping by after shows and buzzing the side door.
What band were you most proud to bring to a bigger audience? U2 (serious)
How has Seattle changed the most? It really feels like a city now. There are no more secret places left.
What’s something you never thought you’d see? Light rail to Bellevue.
What’s your best memory of meeting a rock star? Van Halen - entertaining as hell and masters of the craft.
Who was your best friend at the station back in the day? Cathy Faulkner. Gary Crow.
Name a KISW band you still love! ZZ Top
Favorite concert from your time at KISW? U2 at the Paramount.
What was your most memorable band interview? Billy Idol (with Gary Crow).
What is Dean Carlson up to now? He works for Play Network building playlists for retail stores all over the country!