The Call | Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show OFFICIAL TRAILER This year's Super Bowl Halftime Show has a SUPER STAR LINE UP!! The Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show Trailer has been released and it's LIT. Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar are featured in this trailer. This year's halftime [...]
Today would have been the 30th Birthday of rapper, Mac Miller. It's no question that he's made a lasting impact in music and on his loved ones. Many of his close friends and collaborators are paying tribute to Mac Miller today. "I hope that on your birthday, the clarity, and places and spaces that you've [...]
As many of you may know, Young Dolph died on November 17th 2021 after being shot in his hometown. Rapper Key Glock and Young Dolph were close friends, cousins, and business partners. He has been mourning the loss of his dear friend and has taken to Twitter many times to express his feelings. This song [...]
#NotJustADayOff We ask the question: What does MLK Jr. Day mean to you? Martin Luther King Jr. day this year is Monday, January 17th. Black families continue to suffer from economic inequity, continue to lose the most basic of rights yet we find resilience and hope in each other. We take pride in our culture [...]
Be honest, when you look at these two photos, which one do you perceive as more 'skilled' or 'professional'? No, we aren't trying to trick you. But the truth is, there is no difference other than their clothing. These are both stock photos with absolutely no [...]
THE DROP 104.7's GM, Nikki Swarn, recently sat down with Houston Public Media for an interview to discuss how discrimination and racial prejudice continue to run rampant in today's broadcast ownership industry. The conversation also includes the first and only African-American female to ever own an AM or FM radio station in all of New [...]
The definition of representation in Webster's Dictionary is: "The description or portrayal of someone or something in a particular way or as being of a certain nature." One thing a simple definition cannot explain, is how deep representation can truly affect somebody when they see someone who looks like them, has the same background as [...]
THE DROP 104.7's Top 50 songs of 2021 (LL - Local Love) This year was filled with some straight up FIRE music. Here's our Top 50 songs of 2021! 50. DMX - Bath Salts 49. J Balvin feat. Bad Bunny & Tainy - Un Dia 48. India Shawn feat. Anderson Paak- Movin On 47. A meazy- Laid In [...]
From Rocky Mountain PBS: "Grass fires fueled by high winds destroyed hundreds of homes in Boulder County December 30; thousands of Coloradans had to flee their homes." Evacuation sites: North Boulder Rec Center (3170 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304) Lafayette YMCA (2800 Dagny Way, Lafayette, CO 80026) Longmont Senior Center (910 Longs Peak Ave, Longmont, CO [...]
Motivated for 2022 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 [...]
CDC Updates and Shortens Recommended Isolation and Quarantine Period for General Population As of December 28th, 2021. The CDC has changed the guidelines and recommended quarantine times for those who have tested positive for COVID-19. Given what we now know about COVID-19 and the Omicron variant, the CDC is reducing the recommended period of isolation [...]
"The new look for hip-hop and cancer is to go get yourself checked out before it happens." - Kangol Kid of UTFO Hip-Hop pioneer and influencial rapper, Shaun Shiller Fequiere most known by 'Kangol Kid' has passed away at age 55 of Colon Cancer. An NPR article stated: “He frequently shared updates about his health [...]
It's the Holiday season and the time for giving! This year, we were able to give back with our 2nd annual Food Drive and the Holla-day hookup. Thanks to you, Colorado, we were able to help provide over 800 meals to people in our community as well as give those who needed a little extra [...]
Freaking out because 2022 is right around the corner? Cause, same. Goals not only help us improve a specific area of our life, but they can also keep us hopeful for the future, which in the state of the world right now is really important. When somebody asks, "What are your new years resolutions?" or [...]
Can you do The Jerk? Yes you read that right. No it's not 2009... TikToker @lexxbee submitted a video on November 25th showing a woman instructing someone from Gene Z how to jerk, the video got over 19 million views! On the same day @taniaberrys posted of her failing to jerk which received over 5.5 [...]
Dr. Sharon Bailey has passed away There are people in this world that give us hope, and strive everyday to make the world a better place for everyone. Dr. Sharon Bailey was one of those people, not only having a significant impact on a local level, but on a National level as well. THE DROP [...]
Holla-day Hookup As many of us know, the holiday season can be overwhelming, depressing, stressful and much more for so many in our community. To help out, even if it’s in a small way, THE DROP 104.7 is inviting listeners to send in their request to nominate that someone special in their life, a loved [...]
These Hip Hop Holiday memes SLEIGH (get it?): Believe it or not...Mariah Carey made a lot of other songs... We always had that ONE person who got you the gift they swore they didn't get you...and they always made this face. This is the moment you realized you grew up... Break out the champagne glasses! And [...]
Join the Movement! Colorado's largest single day of giving is Tuesday, December 7. We’re thankful for YOU, Colorado! YOU make the people’s station possible. Want to join the movement? Colorado Gives Day is a great way to support YOUR independent R&B and Hip Hop station – and have your impact go even further. Help us [...]
SAT APR 16, 2022 – 6:30 PM KS 107.5 PRESENTS KEVIN GATES & GUCCI MANE with Young Nudy & Jackboy Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison, CO Ages: All Ages
Tyler, The Creator Call Me If You Get Lost Kali Uchis, Vince Staples, Teezo Touchdown Tue, Mar 29, 2022 – 7:00PM
MON MAR 21, 2022 – 8:00 PM Todrick Hall Gothic Theatre, Englewood CO
FRI JAN 28, 2022 – 7:00 PM Icelantic’s Winter on the Rocks: Diplo, Sofi Tukker Talib Kweli, DJ Matt Cassidy, Jacoby Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison, CO
Rapper Young Dolph has passed away after being shot in Memphis. Young Dolph got his first big break with his debut album ‘King of Memphis’. He was also the cousin of the late Juice WRLD. While Young Dolph was known widely for his music, he was also a philanthropist. Last year, he donated $25,000 to [...]
Denver Museum of Nature and Science Presents GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World! Don't fret! THE DROP 104.7's Museum Mondays with DMNS are sure to strike a chord in you! Okay, enough of the puns...we don't want to get picked on... We are excited to announce the Denver Museum of Nature and Science exhibit; “GUITAR: [...]
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images On Monday, November 8th Hip Hop legend, Missy Elliot received her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Missy Elliot has made a huge impact and paved the way for other female artists and rappers. During her acceptance speech she gave a shout out to the female artists who paved the [...]
“Be patient, keep pushing, keep striving and stay consistent.” - Thal 5050 A Movement Company It’s a new month and your girl Amerykah Jones is here to share her fitness journey with you! Join her on her journey as we post video updates. This includes the struggle, the wins and the process of starting a [...]
On Saturday, October 23rd Hip Hop lost a pioneer and activist. General Jeff was active in the 80s and 90s west coast hip hop scene known for being a hype man for rap duo group Rodney O & Joe Cooley and later served DJ Quik's bodyguard. In addition to being in the hip hop scene, [...]
Old Man Saxon "Hell Yeah" Official Music Video It wasn't too long ago when we sat down with Old Man Saxon for an in depth interview and station takeover! Old Man Saxon has been part of THE DROP's journey and also opened up for Wale for our very first Block Party. He released the single [...]
Put $5 on it today! The mini Pink Pumpkins have returned! When you text the number “5” to 303.893.DROP (3767) and put $5 (or more) to donate you’ll receive a limited edition autographed mini Pink Pumpkin signed by THE DROP’s air staff as a thank you gift! These mini Pink Pumpkins also acknowledge Breast Cancer [...]
Introducing...Museum Mondays! Every Monday, we'll bring you fun facts or things you should know about the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, along with Museum giveaways and prizes just for you! There are two (2) new IMAX films now open at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science: “Great Bear Rainforest” and “Sea Lions: Life by [...]
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! THE DROP 104.7 is celebrating our hermanas y hermonos during Hispanic Heritage Month! Now until October 15th, THE DROP 104.7 will be playing your favorite artists from the Latinx community and running promos highlighting the great contributions Latinxs have made to the U.S. and abroad! Hispanic Heritage Month began as [...]