Where: Early Connections Learning Centers | 104 East Rio Grande Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 When: Wednesday February 7th 2024 • 6:00 pm CLICK HERE TO GET TICKETS Join us for this thoughtful discussion on the realities of childcare access in Colorado Springs and statewide from multiple perspectives – parent, childcare owner, and policy advocate. [...]
Join us for an uplifting afternoon of laughter and gospel music at the Black Joy Gospel Experience, a comedy show and gospel concert presented by KUVO JAZZ and 104.7 THE DROP. When: Saturday February 24th 2024 | 2:00 pm Where: New Hope Baptist Church, 3701 Colorado Boulevard, Denver, CO This event will be hosted by the talented actor, radio [...]
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s most famous speech details his dream of racial integration, but he was also deeply invested in fighting for the rights of poor and working-class people regardless of race, and far beyond the American South. In fact, in 1966, he and his family moved to the West Side of Chicago into [...]
This week on SugaBear's Community Corner, we had special guest Maryum Ali with us in the studio! We could listen to her talk for hours, she told so many incredible stories. She discussed yhe 20th anniversary of her children’s book about her father Muhammad Ali’s life, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and more! Watch the [...]
Motivated for 2024 because you get to set new goals/resolutions? But...then February comes and you can't even remember what those goals/resolutions were? You're not alone! First of all, if you haven't set any goals yet and want to, be sure to read our quick guide on goal setting: https://www.thedrop303.org/featured/setting-goals-for-the-new-year-a-quick-guide/ Okay, it's a new year and [...]
Our hometown heroes continue to make waves both in the state, and nationwide! Denver’s own Jon Platt to be honored by Grammys for contributions to music. Although he was born in Philadelphia, Platt considers Denver his hometown; his childhood bounced him from Park Hill to Aurora before he landed firmly in Montbello, where he grew [...]
On Air Host Maleman with KUVO On Air Host Tree King After receiving tickets to The Hip-Hop Nutcracker, I was itching to see what it was about. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but WOW – what a show! One of the founding fathers of Hip Hop, Kurtis Blow, MC’d the show. The show began [...]
We've partnered again with SONIC to help give food to our communities and we're inviting you to be part of it! Download THE DROP 104.7 app and visit a participating SONIC location anytime November 6th - 22nd, 2023 to donate non-perishable food items to benefit Denver Inner City Parish, and receive a FREE small fountain [...]
Join us in welcoming our new Assistant General Manager of Radio and Program Director, Ayana Contreras! Ayana is a cultural historian, author, radio DJ and archivist, Contreras joins the station from Chicago, IL where she helped create and served as content director for the first urban alternative radio station. An avid collector with more than [...]
For this edition of Community Corner, on-air personality, SugaBear, sat down with Amanda Gordon, founder and CEO of GoJo Auto, the first Black woman-owned used car dealership in Colorado. Tune in to learn more about the car buying process and how to avoid predatory car buying tactics. Watch the interview below:
The Cold Crush Brothers formed in the Bronx in 1978 and made an enduring mark in the world of Hip-Hop. They were particularly renowned for their unforgettable performances that featured harmonies, melodies, and stage stomping routines. Back in their formative years from 1978 to 1981, the Cold Crush Brothers formed when DJ Tony Tone joined [...]
We've partnered again with SONIC to help give food to our communities and we're inviting you to be part of it! Download THE DROP 104.7 app and visit a participating SONIC location anytime November 6th - 22nd, 2023 to donate non-perishable food items to benefit Denver Inner City Parish, and receive a FREE small fountain [...]
Early giving starts today! Colorado Gives Day. Easily the best day to give. What if there was a day that, as Coloradans, we got to celebrate the impact of coming together and lifting up our local communities? A day when we join arm in arm with our neighbors, jump into the pool of positivity together, [...]
Sure you've been to all the scary movies, experienced haunted houses & corn mazes...but do you think you can handle the real thing?! Central City Masonic Cemetery Central City began as a mining town in the late 1800s, now known for the casinos that have taken over the area. But one thing hasn’t changed: the [...]
Did y'all know that DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince had a music video that was locked away for 30 years? Before it was released to the public, the video was considered somewhat of a musical urban legend. Back in 1988, DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince had a hit track called "A [...]
In this episode of The Black Millennial Mom, Cedes sits down with two mothers who are tackling the journey of parenthood as single mothers. Rebekah Howard and Katelyn Padilla discuss their ups and downs and what motivates them to continue. The Black Millennial Mom podcast, hosted by radio personality Ya Girl Cedes on 104.7 THE [...]
Monday, October 9th 2023 is Indigenous People's Day! Here are a few Native American Artists to take a listen to: **EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING** Snotty Nose Rez Kids PJ Vegas Antoine City Natives Frank Waln
On-air personality Maleman got a chance to swing by his old stomping grounds, Montbello High School for National Walk/Roll to School Day! Maleman, together with on-air personality Ya Girl Cedes, showed up as celebrity crossing guards for the day! They handed out raffle tickets and took photos with staff and students. Studentswere encourged to celebrate [...]
Denver, CO – Rocky Mountain Public Media, the parent company of Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO JAZZ, and THE DROP, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with Colorado State University Pueblo, bringing one of the station’s most popular radio shows to Pueblo. Starting June 1, 2023, Pueblo listeners can tune into live broadcasts of "The [...]
Now this music news is Supa Dupa Fly! Missy Elliot recently made history by becoming the first female rapper to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! In order to be MISSY ELLIOT at the 2003 Vibe Awards in Santa Monica, CA. November 20, 2003 Paul Smith / Featureflash considered, an artist [...]
Tune into THE DROP 104.7 for your chance to win tickets to our Black Millennial Moms Mother’s Day Bruch Extravaganza, hosted by Ya Girl Cedes! It’s all happening on Saturday May 13th, at the Buell Public Media Center (home of THE DROP 104.7). You’ll enjoy… Delicious food from celebrity chef, Jason Walker, a liveviolinist, and [...]
Over the weekend General Manager of THE DROP 104.7 and our sister station KUVO JAZZ 89.3 sat down with Elevating Denver! Check it out 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 donation to THE [...]
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We celebrated Amerykah Jones’ last full-time day on the air full time with a dance party! But don’t worry, you still get to hear her on Therapy Thursdays, Financial Fridays, Local Love on Saturdays and Gospel Jamz on Sundays and subbing for other hosts when they are out. She is focusing on her next big [...]
If you weren't already hype for a brand new year, the legend herself, Mary J. Blige, will have her very first talk show called "The Wine Down". It has been reported that Blige will not only be hosting the show but she will also be producing scripted and non-scripted content through her company Blue Butterfly [...]
Our "5 Elements of Hip Hop" event was LIT! The event explored the foundations of Hip-Hop through an interactive immersion in art, poetry, movement, history, and culture. Each element had its own immersive experience lead by those in our local hip hop community: DJing The pioneers for DJing included Grandmaster Flash and mixtape king DJ [...]
We are so proud to announce that our absolutely amazing General Manager will now also be the General Manager of our sister station KUVO JAZZ! A 25-Year Radio Veteran, Nikki Swarn Will Oversee Operations, Build Community Bridges for Rocky Mountain Public Media’s Two Radio Stations Denver, CO – Rocky Mountain Public Media is pleased to announce THE [...]
As many of us know, the holiday season can be overwhelming, stressful, overwhelming, depressing, and much more for many in our community. To help out, even if it’s in a small way, THE DROP 104.7 put together the Holla-day Hookup! If you want to nominate someone you know that can use a little help to [...]
Today on The Morning DROP we had Jessie from Inside Out Youth Services call in today for a Therapy Tuesday session regarding the tragedy in Colorado Springs at Club Q. About Jessie: Jessie is a queer activist, poet, and community organizer committed to the liberation of LGBTIA2+ young people. She is charged with mobilizing resources, [...]
If you'd like to share a message of support and or share your thoughts regarding the tragedy in Colorado Springs at Club Q, our sister station, Rocky Mountain PBS is aiming to create a safe space for you to do so. We are here for you. Click here to submit your response
Fundraisers: Club Q recently shared the preferred donation site for victims of the shooting. It is the Colorado Healing Fund that is activated for this tragedy. The Colorado Healing Fund was founded in 2018 by a group of victim advocates and community leaders to establish a secure way for the public to contribute to victims of mass casualty crimes […]
Youth on Record has announced the official Underground Music Showcase (UMS) pocast called “Underground at the Showcase” is now available on ALL major streaming platforms! The podcast has 14 episodes and includes interviews with UMS performers from the previous summer. The show was produced by five youth interns from Youth on Record. Giving people the […]
This coming February, the Grammy Awards will happen on Sunday night February 5th, where Beyoncé and Jay-Z are tied for the most nominations of all time! Queen B also takes the lead for most nominations, with 9 for 2023 and Kendrick Lamar follows right behind with 8. Here is a list of nominees for the [...]
Yeah...y'all heard that right! Many fans have been begging Rihanna for new music for what seems like years now. Many fans were excited to hear the news about Rihanna playing this year's Super Bowl Show, and now new music from Rhi Rhi?! She had said that her playing the Super Bowl doesn't relate to this [...]
It's our 3rd Annual Food Drive! We've partnered again with SONIC to help give food to our communities. Visit a participating SONIC location anytime November 7th - 19th, 2022 to donate non-perishable food items to benefit Denver Inner City Parish. Denver Inner City Parish supports individuals and families in our community, empowering them to break the [...]
In this episode, Mercedes breaks down the meaning behind the Black Millennial Mom podcast. She sits down with friends Sonia Gutierrez and Michelle Kim and discusses their journey with children during the pandemic and how many of their struggles are similar. *An Important Note for Parents and Caregivers Before Tuning In: This is a space where [...]
Denver Basic Income Project is accepting applications now through November 3 at 5pm. The Denver Basic Income Project serves unhoused people by providing direct cash payments in an effort to encourage a healthier society centered around human thriving. Their goal is to learn which approach has the greatest impact on stable housing, overall well being, […]
It's that time again to remember to DROP your ballot and VOTE! General Election Day is November 8, 2022. Click HERE to view the full election calendar. Our sister station, Rocky Mountain PBS will be providing election results once they are made public (starting when polls close at 7 p.m. on November 8), visit rmpbs.org/2022-midterms [...]
On Tuesday, October 11, THE DROP 104.7 partnered with our own Rocky Mountain PBS, our sister station KUVO JAZZ 89.3 and our partner, the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver to host a community screening of Episode 2 of the PBS series "Making Black America: Through the Grapevine". Following the screening, we held a conversation to [...]
THE DROP 104.7 is proud to announce a media partnership with The Museum of Contemporary Art Denver (MCA Denver) in support of MCA Denver’s current exhibition, The Dirty South: Contemporary Art, Material Culture, and the Sonic Impulse, on view until February 5, 2023. Each month MCA Denver and THE DROP 104.7 will partner to offer [...]
What: Making Black America: Through the Grapevine When: Tuesday, October 11, 6-8 pm Where: Buell Public Media Center, 2101 Arapahoe St., Denver, CO Rocky Mountain PBS partners with THE DROP 104.7, KUVO JAZZ 89.3, and the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver to present a screening of Episode 2 of the PBS series Making Black America: [...]
THE DROP 104.7 and KUVO JAZZ 89.3 are all about supporting our incredible local music community! Last Friday, KUVO JAZZ 89.3 and 104.7 THE DROP welcomed international recording artist and American Idol Alumna, SUCH, to the Masterpiece Theatre at the Buell Public Media Center for an exclusive debut of her latest music video and a […]
SUCH "I Can't Stop Loving You" Official Music Video This beautiful cover of "I Can't Stop Loving You" is sprinkled with some "Such sauce"! Check out the music video below!
THE DROP 104.7 DROPped by The Museum of Contemporary Art Denver (MCA Denver) for the opening of The Dirty South: Contemporary Art, Material Culture, and the Sonic Impulse. This exhibit is nationally acclaimed and we are very excited they have brought it to the Mountain West! This exhibit was absolutely incredible, we are partnering with MCA [...]
Queen Elizabeth II, has passed away at the age of 96. She was the longest-serving British monarch in history - reigning for over 70 years. Queen Elizabeth II was born on April 26, 1926. Many have reacted to this news on social media, including music artists such as, Nicki Minaj, Eve, Janet Jackson and more. [...]
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If you are a Colorado Native or have lived here for a while, you may have seen a Rocky's Auto Commercial at some point. After 40 years of funny commercials and car sales, the dealership announced that its doors are closing. We sure will miss the quirky commercials! Lowkey a little sad. Want more music [...]
THE DROP 104.7 was part of this year's A Taste of Colorado! In addition to all the tasty food and drink options, THE DROP had its own stage this year and brought that #LocalLove to A Taste of Colorado! Local independent artists Knwlxdge, Kid Astronaut and Adiell Mitchell brought all the vibes to THE DROP's [...]
Sunday night's Video Music Awards was full of iconic performances, awards and more. When accepting the Video Vanguard Award, also known Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, Nicki Minaj shined a light on taking mental health seriously. "I wish that people understood what they meant and what they were going through. I wish people took mental [...]
DAMN. What a good time! Maybe it's just inside his DNA but Kendrick put on a legendary show on his The Big Steppers Tour in the Mile-High City! Congrats to our lucky winner who scored a pair of suite tickets to the concert! We hope you were in your ELEMENT. You don't need money trees [...]