The first band I played in was my Dad’s, Southern Express. We started when I was 7 years old. I started as the drummer. I knew that my true love was the guitar and the microphone. As I grew up I listened to all types of music. My Dad retired his band and I started Dale Riley and The Last Train South Band. My influences have allowed me to write songs that touch everyday life for all people that listen. I write the songs and put the music with the words.