Starlite Radio

Americana Folk-Rock for Rascal Souls | Rockford, IL

Starlite Radio performing live at Mary's Place in downtown Rockford, IL (May 6, 2016). L to R: Rebecca Aupperle, Jordan McDonald, David McDonald, Jessica McDonald, Steve Aupperle, and Nathan McDonald. Photo by Catalyst Design & Photography.

Starlite Radio performing live at Mary's Place in downtown Rockford, IL (May 6, 2016). L to R: Rebecca Aupperle, Jordan McDonald, David McDonald, Jessica McDonald, Steve Aupperle, and Nathan McDonald. Photo by Catalyst Design & Photography.


starlite radio is:

David McDonald – drums
Jessica McDonald – lead vocals (guitar)
Jordan McDonald – lead guitar (bass)
Nathan McDonald – lead vocals/guitar

band members


BRIEF PROMO

Starlite Radio’s playful mix of folk, rock and pop has earned them fans and acclaim across the Midwest. Themes of longing and hope weave their way through their songwriting with strong vocals and creative instrumentation. Every melody and lyric springs from their deep love and appreciation for music, and their belief that it is a gift meant be shared.


BRIEF BIO

Based out of Rockford, Illinois, the McDonalds — David, Jessica, Jordan and Nathan — have been writing and performing together since 2002. They’ve released three full-length albums, one EP, and three singles. Their albums 22 Blackbirds (2008) and Live Life Slow (2012) earned them Rockford Area Music Industry awards for Composer of the Year, and their 2016 album, Grain of the Sky, earned them Album of the Year. They are currently on sabbatical.


ACCLAIM

“Congratulations on another astounding concert. You thrilled our full house with exquisitely performed, thoroughly engaging, creative music.”

RON HOLM 
Concert Series Director, JustGoods


“Starlite Radio has been one of the highest attended Tuesday Evening in the Gardens in the few years that our music series has existed. Their chemistry and energy on stage emits through the crowd, and one can’t help but need to listen and hang on to every word they sing. Starlite Radio truly is a talented group of musicians, and their passion for what they do shows with every song they play.”

KATIE WESTON
Events Manager,
Anderson Japanese Gardens

“Starlite Radio’s musical style and personality has been the perfect match for our multi-generational and diverse audience. They have a unique rapport with their listeners that closes the gap between performer and patron, allowing the human element of their music to shine. It has been a pleasure to have Starlite Radio perform on our stage over the last several years, making them one of our local favorites.”

JOHN BECK
Concert Series Director,
Rockford Park District


“Starlite Radio has the gift that many bands dream of having: exceptional songwriting skills that encompass beautiful harmonic arrangements and the musical ability to make their songs come alive on stage. The band melds a wonderful mix of Americana — folk rock with a down home feel. This talent has won them two Rockford Area Music Industry (RAMI) awards for Best Composer and one for Album of the Year. If you haven’t had the chance to listen to Starlite Radio, you should … right now.”

GREG JOHNSON
Steering Committee Member, RAMI
Founder, BeetCafe.com

 

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