Casper McWade at Toby Keith's

On Friday, September 24, Casper McWade delighted the crowd with his country tunes that kept the evening rolling. McWade played many classic country songs, including one of the crowd's favorites, Roger Miller's "King of the Road". Among the restaurant's guests, there was a group celebrating one of their birthdays. They were pleased to have their celebration at Toby Keith's with such wonderful entertainment.


"We're here celebrating her birthday and enjoying the atmosphere."-Lucero Gonzalez

McWade has been enticed by music since he was a child growing up in his hometown of Shawnee, Oklahoma. He was greatly influenced by Irish folk music played to him by a late relative. He was later influenced by such artists as Roger Miller, Hank Williams Sr., and many other country greats. McWade thoroughly enjoys playing at all Toby Keith's locations because they have a great environment.

Other guests that were entertained by McWade's performance were two college students visiting Bricktown. They found McWade's performance to be different from the contemporary country music, but still very enjoyable.


The night was a great start to the weekend. Great drinks, great food and great music!

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"S.T.A.T. is the place to be."

On Friday, September 10, the place to be was the River Lounge at the Riverwind Casino. The entertainment was the Stat Band, whose siren sounds tempered the ringing of slot machines and enticed gamblers from the casino floor onto the dance floor.

The Stat Band started with a classic from my generation, The Sugarhill Gang's, "Rapper's Delight." Smiles abounded on the faces in the audiencec as they tried to remember the lyrics and sing or rap along with the band. The band then slowed things down couples moved onto the dance floor as Ricky Spotwood, the lead vocalist, swayed through the crowd serenading ladies with the soulful sounds of Usher and The Temptations. Those who chose not to show their moves on the dance floor, chair danced (myself included) by nodding their heads and pumping their arms in or out of tune.

The band showed profound energy throughout the show and was determined to entertain the audience. After speaking with Spotwood during a break in which he stopped at every table in the lounge, I felt his palpable energy and better understand his dedication to his craft and to his fans. His passion and the band's energy even drove one fan to start doing cartwheels.

The Stat Band is a five piece band that plays top 40, R&B and Funk from the past 15 years. Based out of Oklahoma City, the Stat Band has played countless venues across the state and Texas and has opened for many major acts and showcases. Members include Ricky Spotwood, lead vocals; Mike Robinson, drums and vocals; Maurice Scott, keyboard and vocals; Michael Lee, bass guitar and vocals; and Jody Brown, guitar and vocals.

The River Lounge at the Riverwind Casino is located in Norman off of Hwy 9. The lounge hosts free, live entertainment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. Check out their upcoming events at www.riverwind.com.

For more information on the band check out their Myspace page or Box Talent's homepage, www.boxtalent.com.
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TAILGATE WITH BOX TALENT

Before the Sooners smash the Seminoles tailgate with Box Talent Agency. Join us for pre-game food, refreshments and live entertainment. This Saturday, September 11 the party begins at 11:30 a.m. at the Box Talent parking lot. We are located on historic Campus Corner, 541 South University Boulevard in Norman. Stop by and bring your friends.