RADIO ONE PHILADELPHIA, AN URBAN ONE COMPANY, ANNOUNCES RUSS PARR AS THE MORNING PERSONALITY ON CLASSIX 107.9

Radio One Philadelphia station manager, Ezio Torres, announced yesterday that media veteran Russ Parr will host a new morning show on the all-new Classix 107.9 FM.  The Russ Parr Morning Show premiered on Monday, July 29, 2019, and will broadcast weekdays from 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.  Parr, the host of the Russ Parr Morning Show, is not only a well-known figure in media and television but also a noted voice on black music and culture.

“This guy is fun, funny and all about winning. I’ve heard about Russ Parr for years.  He lives up to his reputation as a first-class broadcaster and content King,” stated Jay Dixon, Program Director of Radio One Philadelphia’s 100.3 WRNB, Praise 107.9 HD2, and Classix 107.9 FM. “He’ll be the icing on the cake to make Classix 107.9 one of the greatest Classic R&B brands in history.  We are too happy to have him on board.”

Parr‘s career has evolved from stand-up comedian and recording artist to filmmaker and host of a top-rated, nationally syndicated radio show heard across America. He landed his own morning show on 1580 KDAY in Los Angeles, CA, the first 24-hour, all hip hop station in the country. He not only used his platform to address gang violence but also provide gang intervention.

While at KDAY, Parr launched Rapsur Records, an independent record label.  He recorded one of several parody songs, titled, We Like Ugly Women, as Bobby Jimmy, a fictitious character he popularized on his morning show. The record was a hit, and ultimately, he signed with rapper Eazy-E’s label, Ruthless Records and recorded several EPs produced by Dr. Dre and DJ Pooh.  In 1995, Parr was offered the position as a morning show host at 93.9 WKYS in Washington, D.C.   Two years later, the Russ Parr Morning Show debuted and has been in syndication for nearly two decades.

In addition to his music and radio credits, Parr has written, produced and directed films and television movies including TV One’s The Bobby Debarge Story (2019), Bounce TV’s Saints and Sinners (2017 – present), Ringside (2016), Definitely Divorcing (2016), and TV One’s hit series Born Again Virgin (2015).

“I have worked with Russ Parr in the past, and he is incredibly entertaining while being the ultimate, sales-friendly businessman,” Torres stated. “Listeners can now start their day with Russ, get through their workday with Lady B, and drive home with Dyana Williams.  This completes our prime dayparts.”

Parr is committed to urban radio and its role in the African American community to not only be entertaining and uplifting but also information.

“As a Sixer fan, I’m excited to return to the airwaves in Philadelphia and look forward to sitting in the stands!” Teaming with Philadelphia legends, Dyana and Lady B is truly an honor!  Our morning show isn’t just about fun and games. Hopefully, it will give a voice to everything happening in the city and the world.  More importantly, our listeners will love the music they grew up with. Get ready for the most interactive morning show in America, Philly.”

SOURCE: RADIO ONE PHILADELPHIA

IBBA 400th Commemoration Year Event of the First Africans Arrival to America 1619-2019

Rob Neal, Executive Director of IBBA (International Broadcasters Association) and the Board of Directors are proud to announce several events they will be hosting in Norfolk, Virginia surrounding the 400th Anniversary year of the first Africans arrival to America. Mr. Neal says, “2019 is a pivotal year for the Fort Monroe National Monument, marking the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first Africans to English North America. The entire year is dedicated to those “20 and odd” who were brought here on an English privateer ship named the White Lion.”

Interested members and participants are invited to join IBBA’s annual event with this year highlighting this American story and the significant African and African American experience. IBBA will commemorate this historic 400-year event with panel discussion concluding with the IBBA 1619 to 2019 Dinner. The events will take place August 23 – 25 at the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel located at 777 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, Virginia. Below is the schedule of events planned on Saturday, August 24, 2019, with more details to follow on ibbainc.com.

 

  • Sat., Aug. 24, 2019 (10am-1pm ) Visit to the site where the first slaves arrive in English North America

  • Sat., Aug. 24, 2019 (3 pm – 4 pm) Tony Gray, President of Gray Communications in Chicago, IL will Moderate the IBBA Broadcast Panel

  • Sat., Aug. 24, 2019, (7 pm) The Honorable Johnny Ford, former and first black mayor of Tuskegee, Alabama will be Keynote Speaker at the IBBA 1619-2019 Dinner

To attend, please call or email Executive Director Rob Neal 601- 545-7854 // robneal@ibbainc.com.

About IBBA

The IBBA understands clearly the importance of African Americans in Broadcasting. Our purpose is to bring about unity and understanding between television and radio owners and professionals; to help inspire and encourage young people who are our future broadcasters and to provide scholarships to assist in their education. The IBBA’s principal objective is to promote ownership, employment, education, and equality for minority broadcasters in America & abroad.

The IBBA is nationally recognized and receives exceptional attendance from minority elected officials, entertainers, broadcasters, and college students. The focus of the IBBA is to increase minority media ownership.

IBBA annual event past guest speakers include Actress Victoria Rowell, The late Marion Barry, Mr. James Brown of CBS “NFL Today”, Actor Mr. Dan Aykroyd, Ms. Robin Roberts of ABC,s “Good Morning America”, The Late Mr.Dick Gregory, The Honorable James Perkins, the first black Mayor of Selma, Alabama. Actor/ Activist Danny Glover, Dr. Cornell West, the Honorable Mignon Clyburn Former FCC Commissioner, The Honorable Johnny Ford The First Black Mayor of Tuskegee, Alabama to name a few.  For more information visit, www.ibbainc.com.

SOURCE: IBBAINC

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RADIO ONE CINCINNATI PROMOTES NELLA D TO MIDDAYS ON THE WIZ, 101.1FM

Radio One Cincinnati station manager, Dan Abercrombie, announced today that Nella D is the new Midday on-air personality at THE WIZ 101.1FM.  Nella D begins her role this week and will be broadcasting weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  

Nella D began working at Radio One Cincinnati in 2012 working in the promotions department.  She became a part-time announcer and board operator who could be heard on the weekends before her promotion to on-air talent for the Midday daypart.  Nella D is best known for keeping the audience informed with the latest celebrity gossip and covering local events with the “411,” her brand of celebrity news.

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RADIO ONE COLUMBUS HIRES NEW PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Radio One Columbus announces that Arthur Willis (A- Plus) will be the new Program Director for Power 107.5/106.3FM.

A-Plus was highly successful in St. Louis and Detroit prior to becoming the Program Director of WIZF 101.1FM “The Wiz” in Cincinnati in 2018.  He will continue as Program Director of WIZF 101.1FM while adding the additional duties of Program Director for Power 107.5/106.3FM.

Arthur Willis stated, “I am truly honored and excited to be a part of the Radio One Columbus team. I would like to thank Colby Colb, Kimberly Kyle and Eddie Harrell for entrusting me with this great opportunity.”

A-Plus’s vast experience and understanding of the market will help secure and expand the Radio One influence as the #1 multimedia company in Central Ohio. Beyond his Midwest experience, he has worked at radio stations in the East Coast region including his hometown station, WCDX-FM in Richmond, Virginia.

“We look forward to A-Plus bringing his leadership skills and programming background to our team on Power 107.5/106.3FM.  A-Plus will continue to serve as Program Director for WIZF 101.1FM in Cincinnati. His vast experience in the Midwest and East Coast will prove to be invaluable”, says Regional Vice President Eddie Harrell, Jr.

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