The Black Santa Project in bringing holiday cheer to Denver!
Bar Red blends Italian cuisine with a vibrant Hip Hop culture, creating a unique destination for food lovers and music enthusiasts alike.
Legendary Hip Hop Group Nappy Roots bring a little Southern Soul to Denver Nappy Roots brought their unmistakable southern soul to Denver, proving once again why they’re icons in Hip Hop and beyond. Known for blending Kentucky pride, heartfelt lyrics, and entrepreneurial spirit, the group gave fans an unforgettable experience during a live session at […]
Exclusive screening of The Wu-Tang Experience Live at Red Rocks to Denver, set for Friday, November 8th, at the Buell Public Media Center
Denver’s Hip Hop scene is alive and well, and Stay Tuned has been a cornerstone of it for over two decades. This collective isn’t just making music—they’re creating full-blown experiences by blending beats, rhymes, and stunning visuals.
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.
Denver Clerk & Recorder Paul López speaks on the importance of voting
04.7 The Drop is excited to present The Nappy Roots: Up Close and Personal on Friday, November 1st, at the Buell Public Media Center!
Jon Rubio is a rising force in Denver’s music scene, blending traditional Mexican influences with hip-hop to create a sound that’s truly his own.
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 […]
DNA Picasso is a driving force in Denver’s music scene, amplifying the voices of local artists through his renowned R&B Jamfest.
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.
Dime Dee is a rising Colorado music artist whose unique blend of meaningful lyrics and diverse influences is shaping the future of hip-hop.
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
Born and raised in Aurora, Colorado, Riaga draws on his rich heritage to craft music that tells stories of his community and personal experiences. With a blend of singing, rapping, audio engineering, and producing, Riaga’s multifaceted talent brings together elements from his Peruvian and Black American roots.
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 […]
Growing up in a Christian household in Los Angeles, accomplished singer-rapper-producer-songwriter Jared Leonard Lee was surrounded by music his entire childhood and eventually began releasing songs under the pseudonym “Duckwrth”
Buffalo native and underground Hip-Hop icon Conway the Machine’s story is one of incredible resilience. Despite surviving life-altering gun violence and major recent injuries, Conway has never let those setbacks define him. Instead, he’s used them as fuel for his creativity and drive.
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 […]
Sweet Justice : Discovering Tkay Maidza Zimbabwean-born singer and rapper Tkay Maidza has emerged in the hip hop world as an electrifying force to be reckoned with. After her parents moved to Australia to pursue work in the mining industry, the family found a home in the city of Adelaide, where Maidza enjoyed simple childhood […]
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 […]
SugaBear & La Molly invite Terrina E. Flora-Alexander in the studio to talk about her life’s story and her work with numerous non-profits, reducing the separation between Incarcerated parents and their children as well as the being first expert for the courts on parenting while incarcerated.
R&B singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Fana Hues dropped by for an intimate, soulful performance that left us all in awe.
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.
The artist’s electrifying performance united generations through the power of hip-hop, showcasing its timeless appeal and cultural significance to a diverse crowd.
The 4th Annual BlockParty at Levitt Pavilion Denver erupted with over 9000 vibrant souls, setting the stage for an unforgettable night with Hip Hop icon Common headlining. As the sun dipped behind the city skyline, the atmosphere buzzed with excitement, thanks to the electrifying opening acts by Nelo + The Block, EME, and the gravity-defying performances of Mile High Tumblers.
Common’s Generational Connection to Colorado
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 […]
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.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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:
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 [...]