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Vault of Soul: Stephanie Mills

“In our finale for February 2025, WERS recognizes a stirring artist who made waves from Broadway to the top charts: Stephanie Mills…”

Vault of Soul: Teddy Pendergrass

“On this week’s Vault of Soul, ‘ERS is admiring the man who brought sexiness to the soul scene: Teddy Pendergrass…”

Vault of Soul: Ruth Brown

Ruth Brown, the runaway girl, started her career by performing at local bars and clubs…

The Vault of Soul: New Edition

“Each week of Black History Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers…”

The Vault of Soul: The Flamingos

“Each week of Black Music Month, we’ve opened the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Closing out this month is the Flamingos, a group often cited on other Vault entries as an inspiration for the greats, from Diana Ross to Smokey Robinson…”

The Vault of Soul: Lionel Richie

“Lionel Richie is turning 75 this year (just like we are!) and we’re celebrating with a special birthday edition of the Vault of Soul…”

The Vault of Soul: Chaka Khan

“Each week of Black Music Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into Chaka Khan’s incredible legacy….”

The Vault of Soul: Dinah Washington

“Make way for the Queen of the Blues— Dinah Washington kicks off our Vault of Soul series this Black Music Month…”

The Vault of Soul: The Dells

“Each week of Black History Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into the Dells’ incredible legacy…”

The Vault of Soul: The Drifters

“Each week of Black History Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into the Drifter’s incredible legacy…”

The Vault of Soul: Nancy Wilson

“Each week of Black History Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul, profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into Nancy Wilson’s legacy…”

The Vault of Soul: Roberta Flack

“Each week of Black History Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into Roberta Flack’s incredible legacy…”