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Show Review: An Electric Night at the Strand Theatre, Tony Wilson’s Tribute to James Brown

"Thrilled concertgoers packed into Dorchester’s Strand Theater for a sold out tribute concert in commemoration of the night James Brown saved Boston..."

Berklee Celebrates Hip Hop’s 50th and Its Local Roots

"As the month of November closed, Berklee College of Music — an institution known for developing premier music talent — recognized music pioneers of the past locally and nationally..."

Hip Hop’s F.O.R.C.E. on full display for 50th finalé.

  ERS-Plus is turning up the volume on MCs across 50 years of Hip Hop. Want more Hip-Hop and R&B? Check out ERS-Plus on 88.9FM... Read More

Snoop Dogg, Icon

"The world of hip-hop changed when Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., better known as Snoop Dogg, entered the music industry..."

50 Years of Hip Hop: 2Pac

"We're celebrating 50 years of Hip-Hop by taking you inside the life and work of legendary MC's. This week: 2Pac. Make sure to listen to ERS+ where history continues to unfold..."

The Vault of Soul: Diana Ross

"Each week of Black Music Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul, profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into Diana Ross’ incredible legacy..."

50 Years of Hip Hop: Busta Rhymes

We're celebrating 50 years of Hip-Hop by taking you inside the life and work of legendary MC's. This week: Busta Rhymes. Make sure to listen to ERS+ where history continues to unfold.

Biz Markie: Nobody Beat the Biz!

ERS-Plus is turning up the volume on MCs across 50 years of Hip Hop! This month we celebrate Biz Markie.

Leading Ladies of Hip Hop: Ms. Lauryn Hill

"Ms. Lauryn Hill was born May 26th in East Orange, New Jersey..."

Leading Ladies of Hip Hop: MC Lyte

"Lana Moorer, born October 11th, 1970, is otherwise known as MC Lyte, is undoubtedly one of the trailblazers of the Hip Hop genre..."

Leading Ladies of Hip Hop: Queen Latifah

"When I think of Queen Latifah, I see the embodiment of female Hip Hop. She carries herself with fearless energy and takes on the mic as if it were her destiny to do so..."

Leading Ladies of Hip Hop: Salt-N-Pepa

"Few have paved the way for female artists in the Hip Hop industry like Hip Hop trio Salt-N-Pepa..."