When it comes to Caribbean programming and styles thereof, WRTC has the most in the state. Be it roots reggae, ska, dancehall, rocksteady, zouk, lovers rock, compas, bomba, reggaeton, calypso, soca or merengue, a diverse mix of hosts provides nearly 20 hours of Caribbean sounds each week. Each show takes a different approach on the good-time sounds from the West Indies.
MONDAY
Noon-3 p.m.
REGGAE VIBRATIONS
Host: Kevin Niceness
The finest of Caribbean sounds, especially reggae and Lovers Rock.
THURSDAY
Noon-3 p.m.
WASINE LIVE
Host: D.J. Wasine
Wasine takes listeners on a musical journey through the Caribbean and the world by spinning at the hits of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Music that is guaranteed to make you shake your hips and move your dancing feet — at the same time, keeping it jiggy and sweet. Tune in and ride a harmonic wave with a kaleidoscopic groove.
Contact: DJwasine@Hotmail.com
FRIDAY
Noon-3 p.m.
REGGAE MUSIC MASTER SHOW
Hosts: D.J. Richie Francis & D.J. Pincie
More music and less talk and when it comes to music, the focus is on reggae, Lovers Rock, dancehall and more.
SATURDAY
Noon-1:30 p.m.
CARIBBEAN FOCUS
Host: D.J. Wasine
Community affairs programming with a Caribbean theme, ranging from socioeconomics and politics to cultural and current events. Airs on alternating Saturdays.
Contact: DJwasine@Hotmail.com
1:30-3:30 p.m.
REGGAE SHOWCASE
Hosts: D.J. Mark B and D.J. Tommy Peart
Classics to modern day, the Reggae Showcase has it all: reggae, Lovers Rock, dancehall and more, much more!
Contacts: m.burton12@yahoo.com or Tpeart@aol.com
5:30-7 p.m.
D.J. Johnny “B”
HAITIAN CONNECTION
Hosts: D.J. Johnny ‘B’ & D.J. Jean Maxon
A fantastic Caribbean musical journey where listeners are treated to a versatile mix of Haitian Kompa, zouk, ragga, soca, calypso and assorted world music along with timely news and information in Haitian Creole.
Contacts: JBPercy@yahoo.com or leemon67@yahoo.com
SUNDAY
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
THE SANKOFA SHOW
Hosts: D.J. Kofi & D.J. George
The duo presents an introspective look at the music of Ghana.
12:30-2 p.m.
THE LOVE INTERNATIONAL SHOW
Hosts: D.J. Wasine & D.J. Big O
Catering to mature listeners aged 21-60, Love International features classic Caribbean music, including: calypso, reggae, soca, zouk, Chutney, oldies and more.
Contacts: DJwasine@hotmail.com or Bigo1964@Gmail.com
2-3:30 p.m.
CARIBBEAN TOGETHERNESS
Hosts: D.J. Wasine & DJ Big O
A true musical frenzy! Get ready to rock and groove as the hosts spin some of today’s top hits with a touch of classics from years past. It’s all from the Caribbean: calypso, soca, zouk, Chutney and more, much more!
Contacts: DJwasine@Hotmail.com or Bigo1964@Gmail.com