He starts on April 9th according to CBS Radio
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BIG TIGGER TO HANDLE AFTERNOON DRIVE ON CBS RADIO’S WPGC-FM IN WASHINGTON , D.C. , BEGINNING ON MONDAY, APRIL 9
One of radio and television’s most distinctive personalities, Big Tigger, has been tabbed to do afternoons on CBS RADIO’s Rhythmic CHR powerhouse WPGC-FM, it was announced today by Skip Dillard, Program Director of the Washington , D.C. station. His first day on the air will be on Monday, April 9(2:00-6:00PM).
Big Tigger is well-know in urban circles providing listeners and viewers with the hottest music and performances from multi-platinum artists, including Ashanti , Eminem, Jay-Z, Missy Elliott, Snoop Dog and 50 Cent. He reached millions of fans weekly as the co-host of BET’s 106th and Park, as well as BET Style. He also hosts a nationally syndicated countdown show, “Live in the Den with Big Tigger,” broadcast on WPGC and radio stations across the country.
Commented Dillard, “Big Tigger defines the who, what, when, where and how of hip hop culture. He is respected for his knowledge of the industry and his credibility among the top names in the business is without comparison. Having him on our team full-time adds another dimension to our already star-studded lineup. With this announcement listeners can expect the great traditions of WPGC to be elevated to a whole other level.”
Recognized for his silky smooth tenor, Big Tigger began his career as an intern at WPGC while attending the University of Maryland . Following unsurpassed success doing nights at the station, Big Tigger entered the TV arena with BET in 1997. He also believes in giving back to the community through his charitable organization, The StreetCorner Foundation, whose work focuses on HIV and AIDS awareness and education.
WPGC, Washington ’s No. 1 station among Adults 18-49, is home to the Donnie Simpson Show broadcast weekday morning’s 6:00-10:00AM. Simpson was just named among a highly competitive field of nominees for induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame.
NEWS RELEASE
BIG TIGGER TO HANDLE AFTERNOON DRIVE ON CBS RADIO’S WPGC-FM IN WASHINGTON , D.C. , BEGINNING ON MONDAY, APRIL 9
One of radio and television’s most distinctive personalities, Big Tigger, has been tabbed to do afternoons on CBS RADIO’s Rhythmic CHR powerhouse WPGC-FM, it was announced today by Skip Dillard, Program Director of the Washington , D.C. station. His first day on the air will be on Monday, April 9(2:00-6:00PM).
Big Tigger is well-know in urban circles providing listeners and viewers with the hottest music and performances from multi-platinum artists, including Ashanti , Eminem, Jay-Z, Missy Elliott, Snoop Dog and 50 Cent. He reached millions of fans weekly as the co-host of BET’s 106th and Park, as well as BET Style. He also hosts a nationally syndicated countdown show, “Live in the Den with Big Tigger,” broadcast on WPGC and radio stations across the country.
Commented Dillard, “Big Tigger defines the who, what, when, where and how of hip hop culture. He is respected for his knowledge of the industry and his credibility among the top names in the business is without comparison. Having him on our team full-time adds another dimension to our already star-studded lineup. With this announcement listeners can expect the great traditions of WPGC to be elevated to a whole other level.”
Recognized for his silky smooth tenor, Big Tigger began his career as an intern at WPGC while attending the University of Maryland . Following unsurpassed success doing nights at the station, Big Tigger entered the TV arena with BET in 1997. He also believes in giving back to the community through his charitable organization, The StreetCorner Foundation, whose work focuses on HIV and AIDS awareness and education.
WPGC, Washington ’s No. 1 station among Adults 18-49, is home to the Donnie Simpson Show broadcast weekday morning’s 6:00-10:00AM. Simpson was just named among a highly competitive field of nominees for induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame.