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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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Coco Jones at Roadrunner: A Millennial R&B Dream with Vocals, Vibes, and Star Power

Coco Jones at Roadrunner: A Millennial R&B Dream with Vocals, Vibes, and Star Power

By Anytza Delgado Boston was wrapped in velvet Monday night as Coco Jones lit up Roadrunner with a show that felt like the warmest hug and the fiercest flex all at once. From the moment the lights dimmed, it was clear: this wasn’t just a concert. It was a celebration of R&B, of millennial nostalgia,…

BAMSFest celebrates seven years of bringing joy to Boston communities June 2025

BAMSFest celebrates seven years of bringing joy to Boston communities June 2025

Article written by James Barnes, Urban Coordinator Videography & Photos by Bryan Edourd, Class of 2025 BAMS (Boston Arts & Music Soul) Festival, or BAMSFest, is a culturally-led movement, pioneered and orchestrated by Boston native Catherine T. Morris. Established in June of 2018, the goal was to recognize and magnify the creative contributions of Black & Brown…

ERS+ celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop!
‘The Message’ turns 40!

Grammy Award winner Grandmaster Melle Mel

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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