“In Step With Vaneese”

It’s lively! It’s spirited! It’s in step with the pulse of your day!

Current events and artist info are blended with an upbeat mix of Urban Adult Contemporary music. Vaneese is an accomplished extemporaneous interviewer with an engaging on-air presence, a luminous voice, and a warm personality.

Vaneese follows the pulse of your day with "quick fixes” – shortcuts to help you move mountains and save time! The “Feed Me” segment gives ideas, tips, and healthy reminders to nourish your body, mind, and spirit.

Pleasingly polite, full of charm and southern grace with a bull’s eye on advice, Vaneese’s segment "Southern Comfort with Ms. B" offers insight in simple terms.

Vaneese will keep her listeners moving, motivated, and inspired!

“The Soul Café”

Fred Mills is “the maestro” who prepares and serves up a delectable menu of musical soul food!

“The Soul Café” is a music-intensive program designed especially for listeners who enjoy a synthesis, a melting pot of R&B, Neo Soul, Inspirational, and Smooth Rap/Spoken Word. This blend of genres is distinct in presentation. The mix creates a flow of rhythms and bridges the gap between young and adult urban audiences.

You’re in for a treat that includes new music from breakout artists, with lifestyle, entertainment, and cultural highlights all part of the feast.

Fred brings together unifying elements to create a remarkable show.

Enjoy the assortment of choice cuts as you quench your thirst in “The Soul Café!”

“Hollywood’s Hit Factory”

It’s the Hottest, Chart Pounding, Chart Climbing, and Chart Breaking Hits of today, tomorrow, and even days past! It’s music that’s in tune to you, your likes, and your flavor! How do we know? Because each selection goes through a battery of tests and research, and because our team scours the latest charts (music and video) as well as trends to make sure that “Hollywood’s Hit Factory” is on point with every choice of audio that’s played, from today’s biggest stars, to yesterday’s unforgotten memories, to tomorrow’s next multi-platinum hits.

Broadcaster extraordinaire Eric “Hollywood” Davis takes you on a roller coaster ride of sound with the latest facts about your favorite artist, with fun and humor in his delivery, and keeps you ‘plugged in’ on what’s trending and hot.

You’ll be able to listen on your mobile device, so take “Hollywood’s Hit Factory” wherever you go, because this factory is open for business and is recession proof. And don’t forget to follow “Hollywood’s Hit Factory” on Twitter and Facebook to always be in the know.

So make sure you strap in tight and turn us up, because the hits keep coming and coming. Like kids chasing an ice cream truck on a hot summer day, they just don’t stop!!

"Mz Kittiz Korna"

Dynamic! Exciting! Passionate!

Mz Kitti’s unmistakable, raspy voice and raw energy will keep listeners captivated. A genuine lover of hip hop since childhood, The First Lady of Raw has an unrivaled knowledge of the genre.

You’ll hear the hottest hip hop music from underground to mainstream, along with special guests. Features include an artist spotlight; artist interviews; the top 10 or 5 countdown; entertainment news and updates; an unsigned spotlight segment; and a fun segment called Slap an EM-EF-A, where listeners call in to say who got on their nerves so bad they could just slap them – from co-workers and bosses to spouses, in-laws, friends or family.

With her signature meow, Mz Kitti will purr her way into your heart!

“Lights Out”

It’s a unique, one-of-a-kind mixture…where The Quiet Storm meets Mellow Smooth Jazz!

Jay has searched the music vaults for jazzy melodies and vocal favorites to soothe your soul and set the mood for whatever your mind is tuned to. Jay says, “If you’ll allow me, I’ll dance with you for a lifetime, hold you close to my heart, and stop the hands of time.”

Along the way, Jay will share his Words of Wisdom to help you grow until you reach your destiny. Romantic Recipes to spice up your love life are included on this menu. And you can always feel at peace, because Jay will be the one you can depend on when all others have let you down.

So, Lights Out! Jay is taking you to a special place…relax, light a candle, pour the wine, clear your mind, caress, love, meditate in your thoughts, and marinade into life’s mysteries!

“The Oldies Soul Review”

Go back in time with the Oldies Master and Chief Funktician!

Rolls Royce Howard will give you a healthy dose of Old School R&B and Funk. It will put the dip back in your hip and that glide back in your stride!

A veteran radio broadcaster in South Jersey and Philadelphia, Rolls Royce serves as Master of Ceremony at stage shows throughout the area. He delivers interesting, informative, musical entertainment with his wealth of knowledge of popular music.

Visit Motown, Memphis, the Philly Sound, New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. You’ll hear the hits! – the b-sides! – the one-hit wonders! – highlights from the best music of the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s! Rolls Royce will bring back the memories you thought were gone!

“Special Blend”

Yes, it’s a special blend! And here’s Special K’s musical recipe: Take some adult sounding hip hop, flavor with toe-tapping, finger-snapping R&B, and the finished product is an all-inclusive mixture of hip-shaking, high-energy music!

You’ll hear a mix of younger-appealing core artists, like Michael Jackson, with more adult sounding hip hop and R&B artists that have fan bases but receive little commercial airplay. Artists like Foreign Exchange and Calvin Richardson receive little mainstream airplay, yet both are Grammy nominees. Talib Kweli, Incognito, and the Clipse are just some of the artists that will blend.

One of Special K’s special features is "Word on the Street," a series of daily vignettes with up-to-the-minute urban entertainment news.

This show may be geared for a younger adult (25-45) audience, but everyone’s going to love this special blend!

“Smooth Alternatives”

If you miss hearing those wonderful songs on the B-side or the album cuts that slipped through the cracks, were underappreciated, or never received the airplay they deserved, then here’s the show for you!

It’s a show packed full of R&B, Classic Soul, and Jazz artists that you know and love but haven’t heard in quite some time.

Major market industry veteran, Stacy D presents Smooth Alternatives with a Quiet Storm-type feel while adding the right amount of smooth, medium tempo songs in the mix.

Each show features a special segment that highlights three album cuts from a featured artist.

So kick back, relax and enjoy Smooth Alternatives with Stacy D.

“66 Raw…The General's on Deck!”

What’s the most vital, fastest growing popular movement in the world today? It’s HIP HOP! It’s a culture and a lifestyle built around music that originated in America!

66 RAW is the brand synonymous with Hip Hop Radio Royalty! The General Leo G brings the hottest, newest, and freshest in hip hop music and entertainment news. You'll hear the biggest and the best of today AND tomorrow's hip hop superstars, brought to you in a way that only 66 RAW and The General can deliver!

Leo G is a #1 rated on-air talent and mix show DJ. He has earned national recognition for audience growth and events coverage, including the Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, and Vibe Magazine Awards. In 2000, he was nominated for Mix Show DJ of the Year.

A Noted Programming Executive, an Urban Lifestyle Specialist, and a Premiere On-Air Talent – The General does it all!

"The Retro '80s R&B Blast"

It’s Hot! It’s Retro! It’s all about the ‘80s!

Veteran air personality Al B. Love! brings you the unforgettable R&B artists of this definitive decade. Along with the great music from such artists as Bobby Brown, Patti LaBelle and Michael MacDonald, Prince, The Whispers, Michael Jackson, and Cameo, you’ll be entertained and informed with Al B.’s special features.

• •   The ‘80s TV Tune highlights themes from the decade’s popular TV programs.
• •   Spring Forward, Fall Back springs you to the decade ahead with music from the 1990s, then retreats to the decade left behind with music from the 1970s.
• •   History from the ‘80s highlights news items and special events.
• •   ‘80s Hip Hop Throwback Joint showcases the hip hop and rap artists who paved the way for the stars of today.

So get ready to blast into the past and jam with Al B. Love!

“Latin Roots” (produced in English)

Latin music is a culture with creativity and energy.

You’ll travel with Ray, a native of Puerto Rico, from teaming city streets to lush tropical beaches. Philadelphia, New York, Miami, San Juan, Havana, Sao Paolo are all stops on this grand tour!

You’ll hear Afro-Cuban, Jazz Latino, Brazilian, Salsa Dura, Boleros, Latin Soul, Classic Latin, plus all the HOT new releases!

Ray is a radio veteran in formats that include Open, Salsa, Urban Adult Contemporary, R&B, and, of course, Latin.

He’s also a freelance writer for Latin Beat Magazine, Latin New York, Al Día, La Actualidad, and El Hispano, and is a contributing lecturer for the Association of Latin American Musicians. It’s clear that Ray knows his Latin roots!

Feel the heat! Ray plays the most passionate, exciting music anywhere!

“Raices Latina" (produced in Spanish)

"Raices Latina" features artists from across the globe, including – United States East Coast: Bio Ritmo, Tipica '73, Eddie Palmieri, Orquesta Exelente, and Tito Puente; United States West Coast: Poncho Sanchez, Pete Escovedo, and Conjunto Cespedes; Cuba: Irakere, Los Ban Ban, Benny More, Celia Cruz, Charanga Aragon, Elio Villafranca, and Israel "Cachao" Lopez; Puerto Rico: El Gran Combo, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Bata Cumbele, Cheo Feliciano, Roberto Rohena y su Apollo Sound, and David Sanchez (Sax Jazz Artist); Columbia: Grupo Niche and Grupo Mandinga; Panama: Ruben Blades; Mexico: Vicente Fernandez and Luis Miguel; Venezuela: Oscar De Leon and Mercado Negro; Brazil (Portuguese): Milton Nacimiento, Tony Mola & Bragada, Tania Maria, Gilbert Gil, Edu Lobo, Sergio Mendez, and Brazil 66; England: Snow Boy and Proyecto X; Italy: Jerry Gonzalez; Japan: Orquesta De La Luz and Orquesta Sacamoto

“Caribbean Rhythms”

By way of Cedar Valley, Jamaica, London, England, Canada, New York City, and, finally, Philadelphia, Lloyd Cummings is the real deal!

Sway to the rhythms of soca, reggae, and calypso music, punctuated with news and events from and to the Caribbean Community.

Lloyd has been delivering conscious, positive, professional broadcasting to the Caribbean Community all over the world for more than thirty years.

His crisp, clear voice presentation, coupled with his extensive knowledge of Caribbean history and current affairs, will keep his listeners well informed in addition to being musically entertained. Lloyd is the 2009 winner of the March of Dimes Air Achievement in Radio Award for “Best Weekend Show,” which airs in Philadelphia on WURD.

Ya, Mon! Irie!

“The Soul Spa”

Look out all you music adventurers! Get ready to experience a beautiful journey within, enabled by motivating cultural news, chat, and artist interviews! This show’s bilingual content is all positive – meaning no bad or depressing news and no vulgarity.

You’ll hear uptempo music, featuring today’s international hit makers, along with some classics that will serve as a point of reference to demonstrate both the correlation and the relation among all the music genres of the world. You’ll hear what’s happening on the international music scene – from Africa, to Euro-Asia, to the Caribbean, to the U.S., and so much more. It’s all cultural, uplifting, and inspirational! You’ll hear people saying quick shout-outs in their native languages – from Bollywood to Borinquen, from Malaysia to Malibu – all getting into the global groove.

But don’t think for one minute that you’re going to just sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenery for very long. No way. Alma Souljahr, the “Ambassador of Positive Sound Energy,” is taking you aboard the Soul Train on Supersonic Thought Speed! You’ll travel from one continent to another quicker than you can imagine! On this journey, you will truly benefit from the beautiful world which surrounds us as well as partake of all the wonderful things that are going on.

It’s an inner ear to the world from a musical perspective that will make you want to dance your way to the nearest airport and enjoy the environment in person! But, remember, you’re already there. It’s in you!

“Motown Remembered”

Travel through time – musically – with this radio veteran as he showcases The Motown Sound, the soul music with the pop influence from the 1960s through the 1980s that came out of the Motor City – Detroit, Michigan, Gary’s hometown.

You’ll hear The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Jr. Walker & The All Stars, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Diana Ross & The Supremes, The Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Tammi Terrell, Mary Wells, The Marvelettes, The Drifters, Martha & The Vandellas, The Contours, Gladys Knight & The Pips, The Four Tops, and the list goes on and on and on.

The show will feature artist information along with little known facts, trivia, interviews, and performance updates.

Gary is the recipient of many awards, including the “George Boogaloo Frazier Award for Excellence” by the Urban Network Magazine. He was the Public Address Announcer for the Philadelphia 76ers from the 1996/1997 season through the 1999/2000 season, and has done voiceover work for NFL Films, Staples television spots, and educational films in Philadelphia.

You’ll be singing and “Dancing in the Street” to this unforgettable music. This is nostalgia at its best!

“The Point of View”

It’s a unique program that is engaging, thought provoking, and sexy!

“It’s what REAL MEN…REALLY talk about!”

Affectionately named “Three the Hard Way,” the men of “The Point of View” take this laid back conversational format to a level never reached by any other Quiet Storm-based program.

It’s headache-free, quality, evening programming, featuring mature and experienced radio veterans with three of the smoothest voices in the industry.

Topics include Unconditional Love; Grown Man’s Etiquette; Cougars and Their Cubs; Can a Man Fake an Orgasm?; What Do Men Really Want?; Ladies, Keep It Real; and S.E.X.

Along with smooth music, it’s everything women think men don’t talk about.

“All Things Jazz”

It’s about breaking down the boundaries between smooth and traditional, between fusion and funk for the splintered jazz audiences! Jerry keeps the music up to date with classics interspersed throughout the program. Everyone is invited to this party!

Special features and interviews will keep the audience involved and entertained.

A Philadelphia native, Jerry’s versatile career includes radio hosting; voiceovers for radio, television, and industrial clients; as well as acting on television and in film.

Jerry is a two-time recipient of the March of Dimes “Air Award,” and was voted “Top Jock” by readers of the Philadelphia Daily News.

“The Smooth Jazz Lounge”

Stop by The Smooth Jazz Lounge and listen to a satisfying blend of smooth, contemporary Jazz, classic and smooth vocals, and that unmistakable sound of cool that makes your day!

The music leans more to the instrumental side of Jazz with just a splash of vocals. You’ll hear artists/musicians like Boney James, Peter White, Jackiem Joyner, Maysa, Joe Sample, Dave Koz, and Brian Culbertson. Teri says, “It’s the kind of music that makes you feel like you just went up a tax bracket for having listened to a particular song.”

Teri will also be highlighting the different artists appearing at the many Jazz festivals around the country.

Special features include artist interviews and conversations, Smooth Jazz news, box office releases, CD/DVD releases, “The Wine Minute,” and “In the Kitchen with Teri.”

You’re gonna love this Smooth Jazz formula!

"Jazz Fusion"

What’s jazz fusion?

It’s a musical genre that loosely encompasses the merging of jazz with other styles, particularly rock, funk, R&B, and world music. It basically involves jazz musicians mixing the forms and techniques of jazz with the electric instruments of rock and the rhythmic structure from African-American popular music, both 'soul' and 'rhythm and blues.'

You’ll hear artists such as Chic Corea, Herbie Hancock, John McLaughlin, Ramsey Lewis, Joe Sample, Santana, Pat Metheny, George Duke, Al Di Meola, and Dave Weckl—just to name a few.

Sit back, relax, and let this award-winning radio personality take you on an exciting journey to explore over 40 years of definitive music history!

"The Jazz Singer"

It’s all about the voices!

It’s for the lover of exquisite, lush vocal performances or uptempo energetic pop, whether classic or contemporary!

This 2-hour show is a unique, one-of-a-kind look at the greatest Jazz vocalists of all time, along with new releases from vocalists who are continuing and redefining the Jazz vocal tradition.

You’ll enjoy a full spectrum of Jazz singers – classic singers, like Ella Fitzgerald and Nat “King” Cole; contemporary stylists, like Diane Reeves, Rachelle Farrell, and Kurt Elling; through the new wave jazz singers, like Nora Jones and Esperanza Spalding.

Special features include “The Sound Booth,” which spotlights new music, and “The Cabaret,” which brings you live vocal performances.

Jazz vocal fans, this is the show for you!

"The Jazz Blend"

It’s a great blend of great jazz—old, new, borrowed, and blue!

Plus, you get positive lifestyle information to keep you up to date and informed. BJ has a full cast of knowledgeable individuals to stimulate and uplift you mentally, emotionally, and physically.

• •   Stacy Cohen has the Consumer Business Updates
• •   Dr. Harold Thompson informs on Family Health
• •   William D. Burton is your Affirmation Guru
• •   Gabriele is your Feng Shui Specialist

All the bases are covered…your favorite beverage, great jazz, and a buffet of knowledge every weekday.

So join BJ and his incredible cast. It’s the perfect blend for your mind, body, and soul!

"Jazz From The City"

It’s Alive! It’s Here! It’s Jazz!

It’s the very latest in mainstream and contemporary Jazz – brought to you by one of New York City’s leading Jazz deejays and one of the most popular radio personalities in the country!

Ken provides his listeners with up-to-date information, news, and reviews on the music and the singers who are keeping the genre alive today.

You’ll hear exclusive interviews and intimate conversations; profiles of the Jazz Masters; Jazz classics; and highlights of Jazz Festivals throughout the world, including conversations with concertgoers, artists, and festival personalities.

It’s Jazz From The City and it’s going around the world!

“Joyous Sounds”

It’s joyful! It’s motivating! It’s inspirational!

Host Ed Long, a 2006 A.I.R. Awards finalist for “Morning Personality of the Year,” brings you the BEST of  Urban Contemporary Gospel. You’ll hear the hits from artists like the Winans Family, Take Six, Tramaine Hawkins, Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Commissioned, VaShawn Mitchell, Dorothy Norwood, and Kierra Sheard.

Features include Old School Gospel Spotlight and The Gospel 411.

Can we get an Amen for "Joyous Sounds" from the World of Gospel?

Amen! Amen! A-men!!!!

“Gospel 360”

It’s time to turn your praise up!

This is not your everyday gospel show. It is 360 Degrees of Praise and Worship while giving God all the Glory!

DJ Praze, along with co-host Ed Long, brings you a breath of fresh air with multi-generational music, displaying a variety of artists and genres such as Holy Hip Hop, Reggae, Calypso, Latino, and Rhythm & Praise.

You’ll hear your favorite artists remixed by DJ Praze, as well as “The House of Praise” mix tape. Make sure to get those recorders ready for “The International Hotspot”—gospel from around the world.

There’s less talk and more music from a wide variety. Music to get your praise on!

“Gospel Caravan”

To hear the best in Contemporary Uptempo Gospel and “get your praise on,” you need to join this musical Caravan!

Mississippi native Joe Lewis has the music and the inspiration to help you get through your busy day.

You’ll hear artists like Bebe and Cece Winans, Marvin Sapp, Mary Mary, Kirk Franklin, Tye Tribbett, Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams, The Clark Sisters, Rev. W.R. “Smokie” Norful, Jr., and many, many more.

You’ll also hear the new Gospel artists, along with a few flashbacks to the Old Time Gospel pioneers.

Welcome aboard the Gospel Caravan!

“The Old Time Gospel Hour”

When it comes to getting your “praise on,” you can’t beat veteran gospel personality Joe Lewis.Joe began his radio career at the age of eight by reading funeral and church announcements for a local funeral home!

This Greenwood, Mississippi native takes you back to the roots of today’s modern praise with the music that gave a people the strength to carry on.

You’ll hear the great pioneers of gospel music – artists like Mahalia Jackson, Sam Cooke and The Soul Stirrers, The Reverend C.L. Franklin, The Roberta Martin Singers, The Dixie Hummingbirds, The Staple Singers, and The Clara Ward Singers.

Clapping! Foot stomping! Uplifting! Spirit filled! Joe Lewis brings joy to the listener with some of the greatest testimonies of faith ever put to music.