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 [...]
André Benjamin, aka André 3000, has gone to a very different place with his new full album (his first major release in nearly 20 years). He is not necessarily interested in taking his hip-hop fans along with him. You’ve never heard this . It’s time to get re-introduced. (For the unaware) André 3000 and Big [...]
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:
HIP HOP NUTCRACKER TRIVIA CONTEST Play for a chance to win tickets to see the Hip Hop Nutcracker, coming to the Buell Theatre in downtown Denver. All entries must be submitted by 1pm/MST, Monday November 13th, 2023. Potential winners will be selected from all correctly answered questions. Tickets will be for the 7:30pm performance at [...]
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
It's always a good day when we hear the queen Beyoncé has something in the works! “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé” will be released in movie theaters on Dec. 1! Tickets are already on sale. When I am performing, I am nothing but free,” Beyoncé says in the trailer. “My goal for this tour [...]
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 [...]
Local artist London Monroe dropped her new music video and it's "Fire!" Check it out and show some #LocalLove.
The Message" was released on July 1, 1982. This song was a pivotal moment in hip-hop's history. It was the first commercially successful hip-hop song with social commentary; addressing issues such as racial inequality, the cycle of poverty and more. Hip-hop has always been and continues to be a vehicle for justice. That's what SoJo: [...]
If you asked your smart speaker to play "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" right now, it'd be hard to tell that this iconic album dropped a quarter of a century ago - that’s unless I told you that I had it on a CD. Lauryn Hill in Sister Act 2Photo: BUENA VISTA/EVERETT COLLECTION When I [...]
THE DROP 104.7 celebrates 50 years of Hip Hop with SoJo Social Justice Community Conversation & Concert. This special evening features The Reminders, a legendary performance by Talib Kweli and a community conversation and Q&A with Public Enemy’s own, Chuck D.al Justice Community Conversation & Concert with Chuck D, Talib Kweli & The Reminders Sunday, [...]
Join us for Unique's Back to School Giveback! Date: Saturday, August 12th, 2023 Location: Fades Barber and Salon | 14044 E. Mississippi Ave Aurora, CO 80012 Time: Noon to 3pm Live music, food, backpacks, and haircuts! Free haircuts for anyone with a valid K-12 student ID. Get there early, first 100 haircuts are free! All [...]
We celebrated the release of the Barbie Movie in style with this amazing cake from a local bakery, lé Bakery Sensual! Go show some #LocalLove and support a local business y’all! Also, on-air host Ya Girl Cedes is a real life Barbie fr!
104.7 THE DROP invites you to the 6th annual Aurora Day Backpack GIVEAWAY! Sunday, August 6th 12 pm (noon) – 4 pm Knights of Columbus 13645 E Bayaud Ave Aurora, CO 80012 Live DJ, food, bouncy house, & face painting for the kids and, of course, BACKPACKS! Community groups will be in attendance lending their [...]
As we celebrate 50 years of hip hop, let’s take a moment to put the spotlight on MC Sha Rock! Known as one of the first female emcees, MC Sha Rock is a significant icon in hip hop history. Charlie Ahearn, Photograph of Sha-Rock, The Valley, NYC, 1980. Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of [...]
Where hip-hop began! August 11, 1973 DJ Kool Herc threw a “Back To School Jam”. DJ Kool Herc was just 18 at the time and he was throwing a party for his sister Cindy in the South Bronx. Little did Herc know he was about to change the course of music history. This is also [...]
Congrats to all the nominees and winners of the 2023 BET Awards! The BET Hip Hop Awards took place on Sunday, June 25, 2023! This August marks the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop, and the BET Music Awards came through with a full celebration! It was a 'Family Affair' with all the OGs of hip [...]
The DROP is supported by Colorado State University. CSU is not just looking ahead, it's charging forward A university dedicated to being a leader in sustainability, education and research. Colorado State works to positively impact Colorado and the world.Whether a person is interested in an online MBA program, engineering, liberal arts or environmental sciences, CSU [...]
Triiip has been rockin' with THE DROP 104.7 for awhile now! This year, she won Battle for the Block and by winning she got the opportunity to hit the stage at our 3rd Annual Block Party! Follow and show her some #LocalLove HERE. Triiip (with 3 i’s) is a storyteller whose confidence and attention to [...]
WRITTEN BY: Robert Franklin, Director of Diversity, Health Equity & Inclusion at Children's Hospital Colorado Saying 'no' can be hard. Whether you think of yourself as a "people pleaser," a "yes person," or if you feel like your love language is through acts of service, it can feel like an out-of-body experience to tell someone [...]
Welcome to the 3rd Annual 104.7 THE DROP Block Party featuring SWV and Muni Long with hometown heroes Triiip, Danae Simone, Destiny Shynelle, and DJ Cyn Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Levitt Pavilion Denver We’re kicking off the summer vibes in style at Levitt Pavilion Denver this Saturday! Thanks to your support, we are thrilled [...]
The official Spotify playlist for The DROP's 3rd annual Block Party! Featuring music from SWV, Muni Long, Danae Simone, and Triiip! 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 DROP helps us [...]
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 [...]
WRITTEN BY: Michelle Simmons, LPC The World Health Organization defines self-care as: “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a healthcare provider.” In other words, anything that you do for yourself that feels nourishing. Having [...]
Spearheaded by MTV Entertainment Studios and TaskForce, the third annual Mental Health Action Day will be held on Thursday, May 18th with more than 2,000 organizations, brands, government agencies, and cultural leaders supporting the global movement that encourages and empowers people to take action for mental health. This year’s call to action is to dedicate [...]
The third annual Mental Health Action Day is May 18th! Here is a list of 18 actions you can take to support yourself and your mental health. Try at least one (or more) before the day is up and post about it using #MentalHealthAction and #TherapyThursday. 1. Go for a walk 2. Take a few [...]
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 [...]
We are excited to announce that THE DROP 104.7's 3rd ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY: SWV & Muni Long is SOLD OUT! THE DROP 104.7 is now your ONLY place to see this incredible line up of female artists: SWV, Muni Long, Danae Simone, and Triiip! So be sure to keep it locked on THE DROP 104.7 [...]
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 [...]
Earth Day started in 1970 to support environmental protection and raise awareness. Now it is an 'Earth-Wide' event celebrated through events, education, and more! This year's Earth Day theme is 'Invest in Our Planet' #InvestInOurPlanet Here are some ways you can celebrate Earth Day and help our planet: Turn off the water while you brush those [...]
We want to give a special shout-out to Wicjones who provided the FIRE beat for The Battle For the Block freestyles! Be sure to go show him some #LocalLove y'all! Wicjones is a producer & engineer focused on collaborating with artists from all over, helping artists to bring their music and vision to life. He [...]
THE DROP 104.7's 3rd ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY: SWV & Muni Long Saturday, June 10, 2023 6:00 PM 10:00 PM Levitt Pavilion Denver Click HERE to RSVP FREE! ABOUT SWV In 1992, a trio of vocally talented women called SWV was introduced to the music world. The RCA debut, It’s About Time, produced a string of top [...]
Battle for the Block's just wrapped up, we saw mad love for local artists, ya'll showed up! We're excited to announce the winner of Battle for the Block....*DRUMROLL* Triip!! Please DROP a congrats in the comments to Triiip who will be hitting the stage at our 3rd Annual Block Party! Big S/O to Spinks, the [...]
Shine A Light This National Donate Life Month #ShineALight for Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation. Visit https://www.decidingondonation.org/ to learn more.
FINAL ROUND LET'S GO!! Voting ends Wednesday April 5th at 5pm Click HERE to DROP your vote Use #BattleForTheBlock and tell us who you are voting for! Let's go!
For our second group of incredible female artists, we got: Kris Angela, Osha Renee, Project Nay, Shayla Monique, Spinks, and Sunshiiine. Voting for this group ends on Saturday, April 1st at 5pm Click HERE to DROP your vote Use #BattleForTheBlock and tell us who you are voting for! Let's go!
Voting for Battle For the Block starts NOW! We start with this first group of incredible female artists: HOME, Jay Triiip, Yasmine, Jade, and Diamond Red! Click HERE to DROP your vote Voting for this group ends on Wednesday, March 29th at 5pm. The next group round of voting will then begin on Thursday, [...]
Embed from Getty Images Stacey Abrams Stacey Abrams is a trailblazer in American politics, becoming the first female and first African American woman holding state and national political positions. Born to Carolyn and Robert Abrams on December 9, 1973 in Madison, Wisconsin, her parents imbued her with the values of civil rights, advocating for civic [...]
Congratulations to our Battle for The Block Finalists! A message from On-Air Host Unique: Our 3rd annual Block Party is right around the corner, and this year it's an all-female line up and I really wanted to do something special, so I decided to do it all female Cypher. I would like to congratulate and [...]
Amanda Blackhorse - Social Worker and Member of Navajo Nation Amanda Blackhorse, a social worker and member of the Navajo Nation, has been a prominent example of Native American activists fighting for justice and respect. Her 2006 lawsuit Blackhorse et al v. Pro-Football Inc., which aimed to change the Washington Football Team's name on account [...]
It’s Women’s History Month, and as we also say here at THE DROP 104.7, “HER”-story Month! Sign up for our FREE newsletter, THE SAMPLE and you’ll be entered for a chance to win two reserved seats to see one of Motown’s most iconic acts, Gladys Knight! Yes, just think, this could be one of your [...]