Vault of Soul: Whitney Houston
Each week of June, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. To continue 2026’s June coverage, WERS recognizes the iconic, the Voice, Whitney Houston!
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Pick of the Week: Haute & Freddy “Dance The Pain Away”
“Dance The Pain Away” by Haute & Freddy is exactly as the title would suggest. The song is infectiously up beat, while also hiding the pain that lies within the lyrics. Teased originally in 2025, “Dance The Pain Away” is the perfect introduction to Haute & Freddy!
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Vault of Soul: Kool & The Gang
Few groups in music history have managed to stay relevant across multiple generations quite like Kool & the Gang. With a career spanning more than six decades, the legendary band has built a catalog that helped define funk, R&B, soul, and pop music while influencing countless artists who followed.
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617 Day Framed And In Focus!
Yesterday, as is tradition at this point, WERS celebrated 617 Day on the Uncommon Stage at the Boston Commons. As we do every year, we…
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Gnarly Darling Talks Origin and More Ahead of 617 DAY
Ahead of 617 Day, a day in which WERS celebrates local talent and businesses, Web Service Coordinator, Fenton Wright, is sitting down with the artists performing to talk to them about what music and Boston means to them. Today we introduce you to a band led by teachers, Gnarly Darling!
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New Discoveries: Steve Lacy “the feeling”
Steve Lacy is back once again with the release of his new single “The Feeling.” It reminds us exactly why he has become one of the most exciting voices in alternative R&B. The song blends dreamy synth, vulnerable lyricism, and the nostalgic atmosphere that has become synonymous with his music.
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Stop Calling Me Frank Sit Down For A Interview Ahead of 617 Day
Ahead of 617 Day, a day in which WERS celebrates local talent and businesses, Web Service Coordinator, Fenton Wright, is sitting down with the artists performing to talk to them about what music and Boston means to them. Today we introduce you to Boston rock n roll band, Stop Calling Me Frank.
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Pick of the Week: Brandi Carlile “Life On The Run”
At ‘ERS, there are few things that we love more than Brandi Carlile, and her most recent song, “Life On The Run” is a perfect example of just how good the singer-songwriter can be when she’s at her best!
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Vault of Soul: Ashford & SImpson
Each week of June, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. To continue 2026’s June coverage, WERS recognizes Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson, also known as Ashford & Simpson. The married songwriting duo created so many of the classic Motown hits that we know and love today, along with a prolific vocal career that earned them legendary status!
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Riah Speaks Ahead of 617 Day on Her Musical Roots and Path to Becoming an Artist
Ahead of 617 Day, a day in which WERS celebrates local talent and businesses, Web Service Coordinator, Fenton Wright, is sitting down with the artists performing to talk to them about what music and Boston means to them. Today we introduce you to an all encompassing artist, Riah.
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New Discoveries: Death Cab for Cutie “Punching the Flowers”
– Fenton Wright, Web Services Coordinator Yes, it is still 2026. Your eyes are not deceiving you, Death Cab for Cutie did release a new album…
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Dave Herlihy Talks About His Love of Music, TikTok, and the Boston Music Scene heading into 617 Day
Ahead of 617 Day, a day in which WERS celebrates local talent and businesses, Web Service Coordinator, Fenton Wright, is sitting down with the artists performing to talk to them about what music and Boston means to them. Today we want to reacquaint you with Dave Herlihy, a local Boston legend with his band, O Positive, as he talks about his musical inspirations, streaming services, and the old Boston music scene.
