Steve Wells
If you listened to Metro Radio during the 1970s and 1980s, you'll remember the presenter "Steve King" - well, that was me! I reverted to my real surname (Wells) when I joined Capital Gold London, when it opened in 1988. I spent 5 years in London, then 9 years at Piccadilly Radio in Manchester, first as presenter then Programme Manager of Piccadilly 1152. I also worked for our sister stations Smooth Radio Manchester and Real Radio Yorkshire before returning to my spiritual home, Smooth Radio.
When I'm not at work, you will find me walking or riding my bike, gardening or watching football and cricket.
QUICK QUESTIONS
Favourite pastime?
Watching sport mainly football.
Favourite meal?
Fish & chips and apple crumble with custard (not very healthy, but, I don't care).
Favourite holiday destination?
The theme parks of Florida or the lovely laid back Island of Madeira.
Childhood memory?
Hot summers and snowy winters (or did I just imagine it).
Favourite Film?
I don't really know, as i always "nod-off" before the end.
Favourite Band/Artist?
The Eagles of Donald Fagen.
Favourite Concert I went to?
Michael Jackson for showmanship Paul Simon for musicianship.
Favourite concert I worked at?
Played "Santa" a couple of times at the legendary "Lindisfarne Christmas Shows" at the Newcastle City Hall during the early '80s.
Favourite radio moment?
During the late '70s I got drunk "on-air" to highlight a Northumbria police Christmas drink-driving campaign.
Favourite album?
They change depending on my moods.
Favourite decade?
The one when I looked "youthful" and had hair!!!
The track that best sums me up?
Any song that praises the virtues of kindness and loyalty.
If you weren’t a DJ, what do you think you would be doing?
A Gardener or Postman.
If a film was made of your life which actor should play you?
Sir Anthony Hopkins.
What was the first record you ever bought?
'Love Me Do' - The Beatles.
What’s the worst single you ever bought?
Only ever bought great records with my own money.
What do you enjoy watching?
Shameless and Skins and Sky Sports News.
What do you refuse to watch?
All cooking/house/clothes/body make-overs and every "soap-opera".
What are your favourite recent films?
Sweeney Todd / Atonement /Amercian Gangster.
What are your favourite recent albums?
Rockferry /Duffy
Detours / Sheryl Crow
Little Voice / Sara Bareilles
Lessons To Be Learned / Gabriella Cilmi
