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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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Nas Plus The Boston Pops Perform at Tanglewood
Hip hop legend – and arguably the best storyteller in the game – Nasir Jones aka Nas, and the Boston Pops brought an unforgettable performance this past Friday June 27, 2025, at Tanglewood, located in Western Massachusetts (That two-hour drive from Boston was well worth it). Boston Symphony Orchestra’s pristine and elegant sound mixed with…

2025 Roxbury Film Festival: Short Film Reviews
The 2025 Roxbury International Film Festival , which runs June 19 – 27, was live and in motion at Hibernian Hall in Boston, MA, near Nubian Square on Sunday June 22, 2025. There were four films that were being screened this evening. Each film had a potent message to it about staying hopeful, surviving traumatic…

Men’s Health PLUS more! ERS+ looks out for you this June Pt. 2
ERS+ Urban Coordinator James Barnes sat down with the Educator League’s founder and CEO, Eric Tabb. Eric Tabb is a spearhead in Boston’s Roxbury community. He’s the school leader at Boston Prep Charter School, and the founder and CEO of The Educator League. To learn more about the Educator’s League click here: https://educatorleague.com/ You can…
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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