Kevin James
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Kevin James Bio
Kevin “Slow Jammin’” James is a native of Punxsutawny, PA. That’s right, the place that is also home to the world’s most famous groundhog. Growing up he was a major fan of all Pittsburgh sports teams and still is today. After beginning his career in Frederick, Maryland, Kevin soon moved to DC to work at WKYS. From there he’s crisscrossed the country more than a few times working in California, Florida, Houston and back to California. You can catch his show The Weekend Quiet Storm on WHUR. Kevin is quite an animal lover. Just ask his dog, Phantom.
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Kevin “Slow Jammin’” James is a native of Punxsutawny, PA. That’s right, the place that is also home to the world’s most famous groundhog. Growing up he was a major fan of all Pittsburgh sports teams and still is today. After beginning his career in Frederick, Maryland, Kevin soon moved to DC to work at WKYS. From there he’s crisscrossed the country more than a few times working in California, Florida, Houston and back to California. You can catch his show The Weekend Quiet Storm on WHUR. Kevin is quite an animal lover. Just ask his dog, Phantom.
Birthplace:
Groundhog town- Punxsutawney, PA
Grew Up In:
I moved from Punxsutawney to Philadelphia when I was 9. Then I spent some time in Youngstown, OH, my formative years.
Marital Status:
Divorced, but looking for a wife
Favorite City:
Any city I live in at a particular time is my favorite city
Favorite Way To Relax:
Eating a cheese steak and watching the Pittsburgh Steelers, or any sports really
Favorite Movie:
I love animals, so Turner and Hooch, K-9, and I just saw Beverly Hills Chihuahua.
Favorite Novel:
Embarrassing but I don’t have one. I read sports.
Favorite Sports Team:
Anything Pittsburgh! I’m a Steeler fan, Penguin fan, Pirate fan, and Pittsburgh Panther fan.
Motto:
When arguing with a fool, make sure they’re not doing the same thing.
Ten All Time Favorite Songs:
I get asked that a lot. They change from time to time, but there are certain one’s.
The Knights- “Country Girl”, Cameo’s -“Sparkle”, Cameo’s -“Why Have I Lost You”, The Isley Brothers’ -“How Lucky I Am”, New Birth’s- “Wildflower”, any Marvin Gaye song, The Gap Band’s- “No Hiding Place”, Smokey Robinson’s -“The Agony and the Ecstasy”, Switch’s- “I Wanna Be Closer”.
Favorite Song Last Year:
I don’t have a current favorite. One I like from maybe 7 years ago is “Faded Pictures”- Case & Joe
Favorite Song Last 10 Years:
I’m sticking with “Faded Pictures”- Case & Joe. I never get tired of listening to it.
Best Concert Ever Attended:
It would be between Stevie Wonder, Frankie Beverly and Maze and Bruce Springsteen. I’m going to put Maze at the top.
How Long In Radio:
28-29 years
How Long At WHUR:
8 years
Favorite Vacation Spot:
I guess a cruise to the Caribbean.
Favorite Interview:
George Clinton and Robert Palmer.
Biggest Regret:
Not part of my vocabulary. No regrets.
Best Advice:
Your mother always knows best. Trust your mother. The older you get the smarter your parents seem to be.
I Dislike:
Rude or insensitive people. People who lack respect.
Something I Would Never Do Again:
Never Say Never Again
Six People From History To Have At A Dinner Party:
Mom and Dad, Roberto Clemente, God…Mom & Dad could pick the rest.
Favorite DC Restaurant:
The Alamo restaurant in Riverdale.
Favorite DC Monument:
Iwo Jima Memorial
Most Romantic Spot in DC:
By the Washington Monument looking at the reflection in the water.
Biggest Pet Peeve About DC:
Don't have one
Favorite Junk Food:
Cheesesteaks & Pepsi
Favorite Cocktail:
I don't drink.
One Word That Best Describes You:
Calm
Favorite Season In DC:
Fall- Nothing like it!
If Not Yourself Who Would You Be:
I just want to be the best me I can be.
Your Heroes In Real Life:
Mom & Dad, Peewee Reese, Roberto Clement
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