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Enchanted Air Radio Brings You the Faces Behind the Voices You Love to Listen to
RISE & SHINE! Monday - Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Sultan of segue, Billy D brings 39 years of broadcast experience to the airwaves. His is the most familiar voice on KRTN, working in the studio and the remote broadcasts. His love of Raton and the surrounding area is undeniable, creating a distinctly welcoming atmosphere to the radio waves as he talks with his guests.
Billy is active in the community, serving on the board of the Shuler Theater Restoration Commission, Inc., He is often seen at the Shuler Theater running sound & lighting boards and sometimes even on stage when the play calls for sound effects and spot-on character acting. In the studios, or out and about, Billy D brings the smiles out in everyone he meets.
I was first introduced to KRTN radio in 1969 when I came with members of Jeanette Fidel’s 9th grade Drama Class to record sound effects. Owner Jim Roper asked if I might be interested in working part-time and the rest is, as they say, history.
I worked at KRTN throughout high school then attended New Mexico State University for a year majoring in Broadcast Journalism. I returned to Raton and started working again at KRTN. In 1974, La Mesa Park track announcer Bill Erwin asked if I might be interested in horse race calling. “Sure, why not?” It turned out to be one of the best experiences in my life. I was “ the voice of La Mesa” for all but one year until the close of the track in 1992. Announcing lead to publicity and marketing duties and I was able to serve as Director of Publicity for La Mesa Park, Sunland Park in southeastern New Mexico, Portland Meadows in Oregon, and also Rillito Downs in Tucson. Sprinkled throughout those racetrack stints, were radio programs and jobs in Colorado Springs, Tucson, El Paso and also here in Raton at KRTN.
The gypsy life of the track and the cold corporate mentality became too much, though, when my daughter, Shana, arrived. A move back home to Raton in 1989 proved to be a great decision. Four years later my son Franko arrived and I began collaborations with Bill Fegan Attractions and our beautiful Shuler Theater. My current stint at KRTN started in 1997. I was able to purchase the station from Jim Roper in 2005 and Enchanted Air, Inc. was born.
93.9 KRTN, Enchanted Air radio serves a special area. Awesome geographical sights, history as rich and interesting as anywhere on earth, along with clean water and air are enough for anybody to stop here and make it home. However, it’s the people that make our area really special. Real people who are generous, independent, resourceful and resilient. It’s both an honor and a privilege to provide a service to our communities that not only helps but also, hopefully, entertains.
Thanks for listening!
Monday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Daniel, DJ and computer geek at 93.9 KRTN radio since August 2005. Pilot of the Time Machine and Bell Bottom Grooves, Daniel received his disc jockey training from Billy D and Buddy Springer and has forged a unique brand of radio personality. Sharing his outrageous sense humor and off kilter timing as he brings you intriguing notes he’s collected from news and entertainment. He’s here to lift up the 
modern day super hero. “It’s about making the day go by with a laugh and a smile… or several,” Daniel says.
With you during the lunch hour, Daniel brings you the noon news, the trading post, meeting notes, pet patrol, the tip of the day and What’s Significant in History ... and probably what happened, along with the best classic music served up with a generous helping of crazy all the way to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Fridays. That’s Daniel… not just Daniel!
Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Big Mac, DJ at 93.9 KRTN radio since May 2010. Big Mac came to 93.9 KRTN, Enchanted Air radio in early 2009. Coming on as a volunteer, Big Mac’s first project was organizing Billy D’s vinyl collection. He landed his own show, which ran late nights from 10:00 – 11:00 pm, Nighttime with Big Mac. A native Ratonian and graduate of Raton High School, he is also a musician. As the leader of the reggae/punk fusion band the Skariachies, he wrote songs, played, and sang vocals.
In 2009 Mac received his diploma from the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences in Tempe, AZ. where he studied audio engineering and advanced signal flow. He holds certifications in software recording programs Pro Tools and Logic Pro.
Catch Big Mac on our afternoon drive, 3pm to 6pm, Monday – Friday on KRTN FM. He delivers the news, weather, local news and information. You’ll hear Big Mac’s Buffet, Mac’s take on the day’s highlights in music, Today in Beatles History, Big Mac’s almanac, Today in Entertainment History and also Big Mac’s BBQ Grill where he serves up a delicious slice of Gastronomy.
Sunday Afternoons, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
cancionesmexicanas@krtnradio.com
Danny Griego, host of the Sunday afternoon show Canciones Mexicanas on 93.9 KRTN radio since August 2005.
Danny is the creator and host of the extremely popular radio show Canciones Mexicanas. Originally a one-hour program with two sponsors, the show now boasts twelve sponsors and airs every Sunday for three hours from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. serving up contemporary and traditional Mariachi, Norteño, and bilingual music with special focus on New Mexican artists.
A native of Dixon, New Mexico, and graduate of Albuquerque High School, Danny has given twenty-four years in the military service, serving in the Marines and in the Colorado National Guard. Nine years ago he moved from Denver to Raton with his beloved wife Evelyn to fulfill their dream of retiring in Raton. Since “retiring” he has become very involved, joining the Hispano Chamber and the local VFW post #1793. He served as Commander of the VFW #1793 for two years and as District Commander for one year. He continues to serve the district as head of promotions.
Danny’s deep love for Hispanic New Mexican music comes from being involved with the music in some form or another all his life. Several family members are musicians and he played bass for two bands. In Denver he created the business New Mexico Record Distributing and helped a friend with a Hispanic music show at KBNO radio.
Canciones Mexicanas launched in the summer of 2005 and fans have been spreading their love of the show ever since. Passionate about the music, it is an honor and a pleasure for Danny to share his knowledge of and love for the cultural musical heritage that is the treasure of Canciones Mexicanas.
Friday Mornings at 7:55 a.m
Ashlee Rose Mills is a native of Colfax County. She lives in Eagle Nest where she grew up with a deep love for the western way of life. She has been an ambassador of rodeo for the past six years.
“I am truly grateful to Mr. Billy Donati and KRTN for letting me talk on the radio to the listening public about rodeo and the heritage of the American cowboy. The experience of speaking on the radio has helped not only in the various state competitions, but in the classroom as well.”
Ashlee Rose is currently working on a major in criminology with a minor in psychology from the University of New Mexico at Taos. She will go on to graduate school and study law.
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Hello! My name is Kricket. I followed my antennae to 93.9 KRTN, Enchanted Air radio where I chirp for my living. Why? Are you kidding? Because the door was open. And I'm fast. This place is great! I love it here! It's a krickitopia with lots of places to hide and there is ALWAYS food here. The people here are just tremendous. Funny, interesting and they play great music. The D.J.'s even talk to me sometimes when they're on the air. They make me feel like I’m part of a real family here at Enchanted Air. It's a win-win situation with a chirping ovation.
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