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The Drop 104.7 is excited to announce our 5th Annual Food Drive, in partnership with Sonic! As we embrace the season of giving, we invite you to join us in supporting individuals and families in need throughout Colorado.

oin the Colorado Ethnic Media Exchange and Rocky Mountain PBS for a free screening of Undivide Us, followed by a community discussion.

Luckiee B is a multi-talented artist based in Texas, known for her captivating blend of singing, rapping, songwriting, and MC skills.

KUVO JAZZ and THE DROP Hosts Step Up as Celebrity Crossing Guards DENVER – We’re passionate about building community both on and off the airwaves. On Wednesday, October 9, we were excited to participate once again in National Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day, marking the second year our organization has joined this important […]

The Day of Dead on Super Soni*dos: Submit Your Musical Altar Songs by Oct 25 In Latin America and Mexico specifically the 1st and 2nd of November is known as The Day of the Dead. This is a time to honor those who have passed, but it is also a time to invite them back […]

The Listen Foundation is committed to helping deaf and hard of hearing children develop their best-spoken language skills through Listening and Spoken Language Therapy.

Chef Kamal’s passion for food extends beyond just cooking—it’s about contributing to Denver’s evolving food culture.

Live Your Lyrics is a powerful musical initiative aimed at promoting suicide prevention and mental health awareness. Founded by Dave Sluiter after losing his partner to suicide, the event uses the healing power of music to foster conversations that are often too painful to begin.

Rocky Mountain Public Media (RMPM) is proud to announce Ayana Contreras as the new Vice President of Radio to lead THE DROP and KUVO JAZZ.

Alexandra Sanchez, founder of Kamoke Publishing, is breaking barriers in children’s literature by championing representation and inclusivity for people with disabilities

This week on Community Corner, we had the privilege of sitting down with Hanna Simmons from the International Rescue Committee (IRC) of Denver.

Shopping With Dignity: Emily Stromquist Provides Food for Families & Kids in Need Emily Stromquist, Executive Director for Food for Hope joined Community Corner to discuss the organization’s mission of empowering and strengthening the future of communities by providing nutritious food to children in need. Currently, Food for Hope works with school districts in Adams […]

Self Care and Community Love: Big K.R.I.T. & DJ KTone Southern Hip-hop royalty Big K.R.I.T. and Denver’s own DJ KTone dropped by to share their journeys, insights, and wisdom with Maleman. Big K.R.I.T. emphasized the importance of self-care, focusing on mental and physical well-being in an industry that often overlooks it. DJ KTone echoed these […]

Ryan Harris Advocates for Donate Life Colorado: A Community Effort that Saves Lives Ryan Harris, former Denver Bronco, is a passionate advocate for organ and tissue donation through Donate Life Colorado. His commitment comes from a personal place: his father, a two-time kidney recipient, received his first kidney from a college roommate and his second […]

This episode of The Black Millennial Mom Podcast is dedicated to parents navigating the tricky waters of parenthood and entrepreneurship.

Wherе Summer never еnds: Discovering Kenya Vaun Meet Kenya Vaun, our latest artist in the spotlight and a soaring star in R&B and Soul. At just 22-years-old, Vaun has a particular affinity for music of the 1990s, and this is apparent in her own songs. Growing up in Philadelphia, she was influenced by her mom’s […]

Transforming Lives Through Community: Falcons Youth Football Aaron Grimes and Damien Williams of Falcons Youth Football are making a profound impact on Denver’s Park Hill Community. As former athletes turned coaches, they bring diverse talents, such as Aaron’s skills with cameras and Damien’s passion for cooking, to support the youth. They focus on more than […]

Thomas always knew she wanted to write for young people, and writes so that everyone can see themselves reflected in the stories they read.

Denver’s local District Attorney (DA) elections are just around the corner, and it’s crucial to make your voice heard. Recently, Drop host Maleman sat down with both DA candidates, Leora Joseph and John Walsh, to discuss their visions for Denver. The Primary Election will take place on Tuesday, June 25th, and you need to ensure your ballot is submitted by 7PM. If you haven’t mailed your ballot yet, it’s too late to send it by mail. Instead, use one of the drop-off locations to make sure your vote counts.

In celebration of Pride Month, we honor the LGBTQ+ community and champion acceptance, equality, and support. Meet Michael Sullivan and Gabrielle Williams from CampSeen, a pivotal program under YouthSeen dedicated to enhancing the social and emotional well-being of LGBTQ+ youth and their families.

Cedes sits down with two moms, Marrisa and Shauntavia, who work in local law enforcement. From 14-hour shifts to dispatch calls, these moms take the streets head-on daily and put their lives on the line, all while having children at home. They discuss what it’s like being a millennial parent in today’s times and choosing a high-stress profession.

Denver-based community organizer and media leader Brother Jeff discusses how identity ties into empowerment for Black Americans.

The artist’s electrifying performance united generations through the power of hip-hop, showcasing its timeless appeal and cultural significance to a diverse crowd.

10 Events to Celebrate Juneteenth in Colorado

KAYTRANADA – TIMELESS RELEASED 6/7/24 Haitian-Canadian DJ & super producer KAYTRANADA returns with his first solo LP in nearly 5 years, TIMELESS. After releasing his collaborative album KAYTRAMINÉ with Seattle rapper Aminé last year, KAYTRANADA had been teasing that he had a new project in the works. The creative evolution of KAYTRANADA is one to […]

Bobby and Angel Massie created Wanderland Outdoors in 2023. Their love of the lessons, freedom, mindfulness, and beauty of the outdoors drives them to provide a premium experience and access for BIPOC peoples in the outdoor industry. They founded Wanderland Outdoors to fill the need in the outdoor space for a diversity in faces, an elevated luxury experience, and to help reconnect future “wanderers” to the land around them.

Governor Polis Signs Racial Equity Study Bill (SB 53)

Empowering Lives: Breakthrough’s Transformative Impact Empowering Lives: Breakthrough’s Transformative Impact Breakthrough is a remarkable organization transforming the lives of individuals with criminal pasts and reshaping community perceptions. Led by Stacy Putka and Ashley Furst, Breakthrough aims to break the cycle of incarceration and poverty, particularly for families. Their mission emphasizes creating a supportive community, with […]

Faith, Vision and Victory: Nelo’s Inspiring Journey Nelo is a powerhouse of talent and heart, making waves as a Hip Hop artist, nonprofit director, and preacher. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, and raised in the vibrant city of Denver, Nelo’s story is as dynamic as his music. His musical journey began in the most soulful […]

With all the triggering images circulating around social media, we at THE DROP are focusing on helping those in our community who may feel unseen and unheard, especially when the national spotlight fades. WE SEE YOU, WE HEAR YOU!!

“Be Fast” Understanding how to identify the symptoms of a stroke Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time—these are the key signs to watch for in a stroke, according to advocate Maggie Whittum. She recently appeared on Community Corner to discuss her documentary, “The Great Now What,” which explores her life after a stroke ten years […]

On this episode of Black Millennial Mom, Cedes chats with firefighters Javon Mays, Brittany Raday, and Marcus Palmer about how they have successfully juggled one of the most extreme careers while raising young children. While Javon’s, Brittany’s, and Marcus’s jobs are more intense than others, their take on parenting may sound familiar as you really don’t know what it is like until you live it.

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Ashley Furst, Marketing & Communications Manager for Goodwill of Colorado joined CC to talk about the work the organization does with those who’s seeking reformative employment.

Want to win Tickets to the Nuggets vs Timberwolves Game 2?… Tune in to The Kick Back with Unique and Cedes and listen for “2 Truths and a Lie” during the 4 o’clock hour. We will ask three questions related to Colorado Driving Laws, and you have to pick out the lie. Be the first […]

Community Corner Interview: Sun Valley Kitchen Nestled in Denver’s Sun Valley neighborhood, Sun Valley Kitchen is a beacon of hope and nourishment. Founded by Glenn Harper it has organically grown over a decade to meet the evolving needs of the community. Offering vital food access programs, youth initiatives, and health services, alongside contributions from Denver […]

Community Corner | Museo de las Americas Listen to the Full Conversation Here! Museo de las Americas Celebrates Latin American Art and Heritage Drop host’s Sugabear and LaMolly were recently joined by Cristina Del Hoyo and Louis Trujillo of Museo de las Americas. This wasn’t just any conversation; it was a lively exchange brimming with […]

Monica the Great: Spinning Poetry into Hip-Hop and Empowering Women in Music

Stephen Smith-Contreras from Youth On Record joined Community Corner to talk about the importance of giving youth a safe space to create and learn. Youth on Record empowers young creatives to achieve their artistic, personal, and academic best by employing Colorado musicians and artists as their coaches and mentors.

Sarahí Hernandez from Hecho en Westwood joins Community Corner to talk about the collectively led, organized and operated community group that works to create a community-owned economy.

Singer, Broadway Performer Devin Bowles talks Pushing Past Rejection and Going After Your Dreams

Telly Talks the Inspiration Behind her Upcoming Album Super Soni*dos host La Molly talks with Latin Artist, Telly about her upcoming album, how her mom plays a role in her writing process and she got her start in music.

Divinity Purvey and Matthew Mitchell from Denver Human Services for Child Welfare, plus Christopher Palmerin, a father who graduated through Colorado’s Fatherhood Program joined SugaBear’s Community Corner to discuss parenting and the support available for fathers.

Community Corner hosts SugaBear and LaMolly talk with Reach Ministries’, Pastor James West and Rene Lima-marin about working with young people in our community and how to pursue progress not perfection.

Congrats to our 2024 Battle for the Block winner NELO! Congrats to the winner of this years #BattleForTheBlock competition Nelo! Catch Nelo live at The Drop’s 4th Annual Block Party Saturday June 8th opening for Common! Check out more from Nelo before the show:

Community Corner hosts SugaBear and LaMolly talk with Sade Cooper, Javon Brame and Katherine Casey from Justice for Black Coloradans about their historic work to secure reparations for the Centennial State’s Black residents through the legislative process.

Prince Dykes of “The Investor Show” joined Community Corner with SugaBear and La Molly to discuss the critical importance of teaching our youth about financial literacy.

Charlyn Moss, Founder & CEO of Working Within joined SugaBear’s Community Corner to talk about her journey as a young entrepreneur and becoming the founder and CEO of Working Within, a nonprofit that invests in the success of Black social enterprise leaders. Learn more at: https://www.workingwithin.net/ Check out the full interview below: WANT MORE MUSIC [...]
Micah Smith from CABJ (Colorado Association of Black Journalists)  joined SugaBear on SugaBear’s Community Corner to talk about the re-emergence of the CABJ and the importance of black storytelling. Check out the full interview below: WANT MORE MUSIC NEWS, UPDATES AND MORE? SUBSCRIBE TO THE SAMPLE, OUR E-NEWSLETTER IN YOUR INBOX EVERY OTHER THURSDAY! CLICK HERE TO [...]
On air host Maleman sat down with Denver Mayor Mike Johnston on THE MISSION for a candid conversation about life and work. Check out the full interview below: WANT MORE MUSIC NEWS, UPDATES AND MORE? SUBSCRIBE TO THE SAMPLE, OUR E-NEWSLETTER IN YOUR INBOX EVERY OTHER THURSDAY! CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MOVEMENT AND DONATE TODAY!  A [...]

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