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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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ERS+ at Boston JerkFest

ERS+ at Boston JerkFest

Vendors boasting brews from all around the Caribbean banded together on Friday, July 11th for the 12th annual Boston Jerkfest’s Rum and Brew tasting. With over 60 different drinks to try, ranging from double aged rums to tropical canned cocktails, along with live entertainment featuring Bajan legend Alison Hinds, there was no shortage of excitement…

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Soca Queen Alison Hinds talks with ERS+’s DJ Mo Wilks

Big Ups to Queen of Soca @alisonhinds for sharing a few minutes to interview with ERS+ @ersplus88.9 inside Studio 8-8-9 before she took the stage at @bostonjerkfest . The festival, now in it’s 12th season, happens July 11 and 12 at the Harvard Athletic Complex, 145 North Harvard Street, Boston, MA 02134 #rollitgal #queenofsoca #alisonhinds #AlisonHinds❤️ #faluma23m

Soul Singer Omar talks with ERS+’s DJ Mo Wilks

Soul Singer Omar talks with ERS+’s DJ Mo Wilks

Soul singer Omar chatted with WERS’ Secret Spot host, Mo Wilks, inside Studio 8-8-9 ahead of his performance at Boston’s City Winery, Monday, July 14th. Omar, originally from the UK shared some insight about his 40 year career which is kissed by star-studded collaborations like Erykah Badu, Estelle, and Stevie Wonder. Hear about what influenced…

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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