On February 4th, 2012, we were devastated to learn that our co-worker, Program Director, longtime family member and faithful friend, David Hall, had passed away.
David’s steadfast professionalism and charm were hallmarks of his time at the helm of Lightning 100. He was THE face and THE voice of Nashville rock radio and Lightning 100, spanning decades at the microphone. He was a fierce advocate of many Nashville artists you hear on Lightning 100, a role which he relished as “David Hall Rocks Y’all,” every weekday afternoon. He brought them to Nashville radio and the rest of the world via live broadcast and the internet every Sunday with Nashville Sunday Night. In local music, David championed everyone from Jason & the Scorchers in the 80’s, The Evinrudes and Leigh Nash in the 1990s, to Gabe Dixon and Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, in 2012.
Prior to his work at Lightning 100, Nashville radio listeners knew David, a Kentucky native, from his years at WKDF-FM, which was one of the south’s legendary rock stations during his employment there, from 1980 -1988. David also broadcast as part of the 1988 -1993 line-up at Classic Rock WGFX “The Fox,” before coming to Lightning 100.In the coming days we will mourn the loss of our loyal friend and celebrate his life and contributions to the Nashville music scene.
When I needed advice regarding leaving college radio for commercial radio, David took the time to reply and gave good advice with honesty. I always appreciated what he did.
I have lived in Nashville since 2000 and I have been a longtime listener . I LOVE David Hall , HE is what made Nashville Sunday NIghts and everything in between. Its still kinda strange to listen now in the afternoon/evenings and he not be on. ” David Hall Rocks Y’all !!”
I was so shocked and saddened to hear this today. Sending condolences to his family, his colleagues, and his listeners. He will be missed.
I always enjoyed hearing David Hall on the radio. His kind, calm and comforting voice as well as his insightful music thoughts and interviews always made my day.
I have been listening to David since KDF days. He didn’t need to say his name as his voice got your attention immediately. I will miss listening to such a treaure we had in Nashville and beyond. RIP
Such a long time has gone by since WKDF. David was there playing the theme music while I made my herstory. Thanks Dave for helping to create my moments and memories, Sherry
Dave Hall, been listening and sparing with you via email for years! Rock on, Dude. You will be remembered and missed by us all who first heard you on KDF….oh, those were the days!
Lightening 100, Thank you for honoring David the way you are and keeping his voice on Lightening 100. It gives me confort to hear his voice.
Without David Hall, Music City will always be just a little bit out of tune from now on…
I would not buy a car if the radio wouldn’t play lightning 100.
i would like to know what happened to david? he was pretty young and i remember him from his days at wkdf. wow ill miss him. godspeed dave!
Wow! I’m at a loss for words. I moved to Nashville in 1980 from England and David defined my youth. Even after I moved to D.C. he remained one of the great things about coming back to see my family. When I drove home, as soon as I was in range I’d turn on Radio Lightning and hope he was on. He was a champion of the very best Nashville has to offer and though I never met him, I feel like he’s one of my closest friends.
My deepest condolences to his family.
I’m sad to hear this news. He will be missed!
David was a dear friend of mine, and I loved him deep in my heart. He will never be forgotten as long as I am alive. I do remember whenever he smiled the whole room would light up, that’s how real it was, how real he was. He was very caring, concerned, loving, tender, and always gracious, the perfect gentleman.
I met him when he worked at KDF Radio in Nashville. (Long ago) We had so much fun together. He introduced me to the rock world, taking me to concerts and getting us backstage to meet the bands. It got where he got us backstage and I got us invited to the party where the bands were going. Too much fun, too many memories. David you will be so missed but know you will always remain in my heart today and always.
I grew up listening to David Hall on KDF and have remained a fan of his throughout his career in Nashville. I will really miss you David Hall. You were one of the best.
David was an incredibly, genuinely kind, wonderful person. It is hard to picture him in my mind without a smile. He is going to be missed. This makes me so sad!
David was an incredibly, genuinely kind, wonderful person. It is hard to picture him in my mind without a smile. He is going to be missed. This makes me so sad!
You were a gem…I remember riding the bus to Memphis on a trip to see John Fogerty and Bonnie Raitt @ Mud Island…you were a gem of a person to get to hang out with and that is a rock moment I will truly treasure…glad I had the opportunity to hang out with you…those that were able to work with you were blessed, I am sure. Prayers to you and your family. Peace
David Hall will be greatly missed……David Hall Rocks Y’all in Heaven!