WOVU to Air Live from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Studio

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | 9:44am CT

WOVU-FM/Cleveland

WOVU-FM/Cleveland, Ohio's first Urban Alternative radio station, is set to make history as it partners with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for a special series of live air talent broadcasts beginning in August.

Select episodes of WOVU's signature shows -- including The DJ Kristyles Show, The Majestic Mix with DJ Black Unicorn, DJ Rockville, and The DJ Lily Jade Show -- will be produced inside the Rock Hall's on-site recording studio. The collaboration aims to connect Cleveland's storied musical legacy with the bold, genre-blending sound of today's Urban Alternative format.

Each program offers a distinct musical experience. The Majestic Mix is the first mix show tailored for Urban Alternative radio, featuring an eclectic blend of Afrobeats, urban dance, and more. DJ Rockville spins classic R&B favorites, while The DJ Kristyles Show bridges generations with a mix of current hits, throwbacks, and interviews with icons like Big Daddy Kane and Roxanne Shante, as well as emerging artists such as Jdot Breezy.

Meanwhile, The DJ Lily Jade Show stars an 11-year-old prodigy who has already earned recognition from Forbes' 30 Under 30 list -- making her one of radio's youngest rising stars.

"This relationship with the Rock Hall is a defining moment for WOVU and for Cleveland," said Darvio Morrow, CEO of the FCB Radio Network and WOVU's Operations Manager. "The Rock Hall symbolizes the roots of modern music, and now our DJs -- who represent the next wave of music culture -- will create from that very space. It's the perfect bridge between our city's history and its future."

The partnership also pays homage to legendary Cleveland DJ Alan Freed, who coined the term "rock and roll" and helped launch a movement that forever changed global music. Broadcasting from the Rock Hall ties WOVU to that legacy while showcasing the station's forward-thinking programming.

WOVU officially adopted the Urban Alternative format in March 2025, blending alternative hip hop, neo-soul, Afrobeats, modern R&B, and inspirational music to engage younger and more diverse audiences. The format is part of a national public radio initiative to reflect evolving musical tastes and cultural narratives.

The first Rock Hall studio broadcast is set to air in August, with additional episodes to follow throughout the season. Listeners can tune in on WOVU 95.9 FM, as well as streaming platforms like iHeartRadio and Audacy. Exclusive behind-the-scenes content will be available on WOVU's social media channels.