“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…
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…
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…
On October 14th, 2025, the world lost a monumental figure in modern music — the man widely regarded as neo-soul’s king and pioneer, D’Angelo. Born Michael Eugene Archer on February 11th, 1974, in Richmond, Virginia, D’Angelo was more than just an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer. He was a visionary who redefined the…
Empowering Kids Through Cultural Learning Mo Wilks interviewed Keeana Saxon, founder of Kidogo Productions, an educational tech startup focused on creating culturally rich learning experiences for children aged 4-8. Keeana explains how Kidogo’s name, meaning “little” in Swahili, reflects their mission to empower children to explore and learn. She discusses her background, including her education…
photo credit to Hannah Miller by Alexandra PaulI attended Emerson Urban Dance Theater’s dress rehearsal for their SWEAT performance. The biggest thing I learned about EUDT is its deep emphasis on community and connection. Emerson Urban Dance Theater was founded in 2010 by Michael Love, an Emerson graduate. The company was created to give students of…
Editing courtesy of James ‘JB’ BarnesMo Wilks rewinds plus recaps his experience at Berklee College of Music’s annual Celebration and Hip Hop Hall of Fame. This year’s inductees include the McClain brothers, who’s on stage name is The Wonder Twins. Berklee’s ceremony also brought to the Boston stage Golden era microphone fiend, the ‘God MC’…
Mo Wilks welcomes The God MC Rakim, for a phone interview inside Studio 8-8-9. His conversation takes place prior to Rakim’s being inducted into Berklee College of Music’s Hip Hop Hall Of Fame ceremonies Thursday, November 13, 2025, 8pm. You can hear WERS‘ sister station ERS+ – Boston Black Experience online at wersplus.org and 88.9FM…
Enter to win tix to see Rakim! HERE’S HOW TO WIN TIX TO SEE RAKIMat Berklee College of Music’s Celebration of Hip-Hop and Hall of Fame Induction of Rakim and Boston’s Wonder Twins at Berklee Performance Center!Follow ERS+ on Facebook or Instagram, Message us “Rakim”OREmail us at info@wers.org and write “Rakim” in the Subject LineYou’ll…
Historic documentarians Dan Algrant and Boston’s Don Wright sat down with Mo Wilks inside of Studio 8-8-9 to discuss their upcoming re-release of CATHEDRALS, which they made on Super 8 Film back in 1976. The documentary follows the co-creator’s reunion after almost 50 years and catches up to one of the films main subjects Kevin…
Najee brings his soulful saxophonist grooves to City Winery Boston. ERS+ and 88.9FM WERS have ways to win tickets!
Listen to The Secret Spot today through Friday, January 23 between 10pm – 2am and ERS+ throughout your day.
Send an email info@wers.org and put Najee in the subject line for a chance to see Najee on Saturday, January 24 at City Winery Boston! Good luck and thanks for listening to ERS+!