Radio Facts 10 Best Black Radio DJs of All Time

4 Vaughn Harper

The legendary Vaughn Harper is known nationwide for his signature Quite Storm show at WBLS, many in the industry were absolutely shocked when he was released and replaced by”¦ singer Keith Sweat’s show The Sweat Hotel. Needless to say, there is no doubt that Vaughn’s legacy shines on nonetheless and many Quiet Storm Radio DJs who came after him emulated his signature style. (Vaughn’s bio from the Living Legends Foundation page below) For more than a decade millions of New Yorkers have enhanced their evenings by listening to the “Quiet Storm”. The Tri-State area’s #1 nighttime music radio program.

Hosted by velvet-voiced air personality Vaughn Harper, it’s a panacea ““ an oasis of calm. Arbitron ratings confirm he is the people’s choice. Across the country. Harper’s critically acclaimed program remained among the top-rated FM radio show, day or night. Every Sunday through Thursday, on WBLS (107.5 FM), the X-rated voice of Vaughn seductively enraptured listeners in a lush blend of soft music  “the best of the past, present and future ballads, jazz and pop-the madness of the world ceases or seems to.

People feel safe, soft and warm when listening to the “Quiet Storm.” Reflecting on his years on WBLS at the helm of the “Quiet Storm”, Harper, Board Chairman of Velvet Voice Associates, Inc., notes, “The brightest part of my BLS experience is being able to present the best music on New York radio every night and knowing it’s appreciated. It’s what radio should be all about.”With a voice that’s as personable as it is distinctive, Harper has contributed to the preservation of “Personality” radio. He’s also accumulated numerous television and radio commercial credits, including Gallo Wine, Stroh’s Beer, Oscar Mayer, McDonald’s and Miller Beer. Always interested in broadening his horizons, Harper also hosted New Jersey’s cable-TV show “Night Moves,” a popular video magazine.

It frequently attracted the crème-de-la-crème of the celebrity set. However, it’s Vaughn’s magnetic presence that gave the show its tastefully unique signature. As co-founder of the “WBLS Sure Shots” basketball team, he leads his successful hoop squad to victories in the name of various charities. In that same tradition, he ensures that Velvet Voice Associates, Inc. helps guide the careers of young artists by aiding in their knowledge of the music industry.