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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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Black History on the PLUS Side: Whitney Houston
Deemed as “The Voice” in pop culture and regarded as a cultural icon, Whitney Elizabeth Houston was one of the most awarded artists of all time to have ever graced the microphone. Born on August 6, 1963, in Newark, New Jersey, Houston was an extreme force to be reckoned with during the 80s and 90s…
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Ahamefule J. Oluo stops by Studio 8-8-9
Musician, comedian, and stage performer Ahamefule J. Oluo stopped by Studio 8-8-9 to discuss his upcoming solo production The Things Around Us, which premieres at the Paramount Center, downtown Boston through ArtsEmerson Friday, February 20th through Sunday, February 22nd. The Things Around Us is a musically astounding, hilarious, and surprising new one-person show from acclaimed musician, artist,…
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Black History on the PLUS Side: Donna Summer
Donna Summer By Casablanca Records. License: Public domain Donna Summer: From Mission Hill to the Blueprint of Modern Black Dance MusicBy: Anytza Delgado Before she was the Queen of Disco, before Studio 54 and global superstardom, DonnaSummer was LaDonna Adrian Gaines, born December 31, 1948, in Mission Hill, Boston, andraised between Mission Hill and Dorchester…
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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