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ERS+: Boston’s Black Experience
ERS+ is a deep dive into R&B and Hip Hop that includes the legendary voices of soul alongside new and pioneering mc’s. Funky fresh beats combine with thought provoking lyrics that pierce through the issues that impact cities across our nation. Featuring established acts and indie artists on the rise, every day all day ERS+ threads together the most powerful and outspoken members of the urban music community, presenting a Black Experience that’s as danceable as it is insightful. Powered by 88.9 FM, ERS+ is a whole unique vibe that hits different.
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The Urban Adoption of Timbs: Transcending Fashion Through Hip Hop
“Timbs,” “Butters,” or “Wheats”—whatever you call them—are a staple in New York fashion and footwear. What many people don’t realize, however, is that these iconic boots originated in Boston, Massachusetts. The legacy of Timberland began in 1952, when Nathan Swartz acquired a half-interest in the Abington Shoe Company, located in South Boston. After years of…
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Stokely & Martin’s Najee Brown & Simone Alyse inside Studio 8-8-9
Stage performance’s Stokely & Martin Director/Write Najee Brown @najeevisuals Actor/Singer Simone Alyse @Salyseofficial sit down with Mo Wilks @mowilk7 inside @WERS889 Studio 8-8-9 prior to their stage debut MLK Weekend at Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center @multiculturalac. The upcoming production of Stokely & Martin playing at Cambridge’s Multicultural Arts Center, January 16th thru January 18th just…
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8 QUESTIONS PLUS 1 TO LEON BEFORE HIS BOSTON DEBUT
Leon & The Peoples bring their vibrant reggae soul energy LIVE Sunday, January 11, 2025, to City Winery Boston. Check out his 8 Questions Plus 1 unique answers. #8QuesPlus1 If you like to see the show on us, email us at info@wers.org and write “Leon” in the Subject Line.You’ll be entered for a chance to be selected to see…
ERS+ celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop!
‘The Message’ turns 40!

88-9 The Secret Spot host D Danubian sat down for a historic musical interview with Grammy Award winner Grandmaster Melle Mel. He was in Boston to recognize and commemorate the 40th anniversary of his iconic Hip Hop classic, ‘The Message!’
Click the play icon below to listen to the discussion and reminisce with a Hip Hop icon. Share it with your friends and family! Happy birthday to ‘The Message!’ Happy Anniversary to Hip Hop, And it don’t stop! Click ERS+ to experience us now! Listen live from your computer or smartdevice at WERSPlus.org or 88.9FM HD2. Find out how it hits different!
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