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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 Womack Sisters Debut Album Review
Written by Malia Welham Released on August 14, 2026, through Daptone Records, The Womack Sisters’ debut album brings the listener a ‘retro-modern sound’ that fuses the musical motifs and elements of classic soul and R&B from the 60s with finesse. In doing so, they let their family’s legacy breathe through them rather than avoid it….
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Esperanza Spalding visits Studio 88-9 before her September 4-6 shows
The interview featured DJ Mo Wilks, speaking with musician Esperanza Spalding about her career, creative process, and upcoming performances. Esperanza discussed her busy summer, the challenges and rewards of working in community, and her deep connection to the bass as her instrument of choice. She shared her thoughts on the role of creativity in all…
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Rakim Brings Golden-Era Mastery to City Winery Boston
On Saturday, August 8th, 2026, Boston hip-hop heads gathered at City Winery on Beverly Street for a rare, intimate audience with rap royalty. Rakim—widely revered as “The God MC” and arguably the most influential lyricist in hip-hop history—took the stage for two back-to-back shows (6:00 PM and 9:30 PM), proving that true poetic precision only…
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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