ABOUT
ABOUT WAVS 1170 AM RADIO
Welcome to the first and original 24 hour Caribbean-programmed radio station in the United States. Since 1987, the Heartbeat of the Caribbean-American community in the United States has been SFL’s very own WAVS 1170 AM.
WAVS 1170 AM radio is the first 100% Caribbean-owned radio station with Caribbean programming on the dial. Now simulcasting on 107.9 FM from Miami to Miramar. The Alliance Broadcasting Network has added this Caribbean gem to their growing stable of radio stations led by their vision to become the first Caribbean-American conglomerate to own and operate radio stations for and by the Caribbean-American people here in the United States.
The Alliance Broadcasting Network wishes you a pleasant listening experience whether broadcasting on the airwaves or streaming on the internet. Please kick back and listen to the great Caribbean sounds of music and talk of the Caribbean-American community as you enjoy WAVS 1170 AM. The Alliance Broadcasting Network thanks you for enjoying the best Caribbean talk and entertainment on the dial and the internet.
HISTORY
The history of WAVS 1170 AM is as glorious as its future. A group of visionaries lead by radio pioneer Ramon “Ray” Hooper came together in January 1987 to broadcast the first 24 hours of Caribbean programming for South Florida to enjoy. However, instead of just South Florida, the world took notice and WAVS 1170 AM has never looked back. WAVS 1170 AM continues to ride the wave of growing popularity shared by Reggae music, Soca music and overall Caribbean culture. In 1987, WAVS 1170 AM adopted a Caribbean format directed to the large West Indian population of South Florida, which up to that time, did not have a major media serving the Caribbean-American community.
WAVS 1170 radio is a 24 hour terrestrial radio station which broadcasts at 5,000 watts non-directional. Now simulcasting on 107.9 FM from Miami to Miramar. WAVS 1170 AM is licensed to Davie, Florida and serves the South Florida area including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and the Bahamas.
HOSTS
SHOW & HOSTS
Name
MAURICE RUTHERFORD
Company
BSN
Join Maurice Rutherford for “BSN Gospel” every Monday 8p-10p, Wednesday 4a-6a, Saturday morning 6a-8a, Sundays and 9a-11a. Join Maurice and his guests as they play great gospel music and spread the word every week on WAVS 1170 AM.
Name
MICHAEL SHANE
Company
SHANE & SHANE
Michael Shane is the President of Shane and Shane. P. A. with offices in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He is a Phi Beta Kappa Graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo, magna cum laude, 1974 and a graduate of the University of Miami School of Law in1977. Atty. Shane and his son produce a weekly radio show, “Immigration Matters” on WAVS 1170 AM Thursdays 7:00 PM-8:00 PM.
Name
MIKE A
Company
ISLAND BEAT MARKETING
Mike A “The Cool One” AKA Mike Aitcheson is a veteran Broadcaster in both radio & TV. He is host of “Di Island Beat” on Mondays from 2 P.M. to 3 P.M. with music, with legal, health and financial information as well as community events.
Name
MIKEY B
Company
EMCEE
Mikey B has been on WAVS for many years playing the best in Caribbean music. Join him Tuesdays for Caribbean Music Showcase 4pm-6pm and Wednesdays 6pm to 7pm , Thursdays 3 pm to 4pm for Music Beat Fridays 7pm-8pm Caribbean Music Showcase and for great music, guests and entertainment.
Name
NORMAN LAWRENCE
Company
WHIZ COMMUNICATIONS
Norman Lawrence also known as Humble Lion is a radio personality and advertising consultant with a career bringing twenty three years of experience. Norman works for Love Media Mondays 4p-6p,
Name
PAT MONTAGUE
Company
PRINCESS PM PRODUCTIONS
Pat Montague has been a fixture in the Caribbean community for many years. Join her on Wednesdays at 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. for “The Reach Out Program,” Thursdays starting at 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. for “Perspectives” and “Vinyl Thursdays,” Fridays starting at 12:00 P.M. to 1 P.M. for “Icons,” and later on at 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. for “The Frantic Friday Fete.”
Name
REV DENNIS GRANT
Company
HI-CLASS PROMOTIONS
Listen to Reverend Grant on Hi-Class Promotion’s Super Saturday 11:00 AM–2:00 PM. Join the “Love Doc” as he speaks about relationships and plays great music on WAVS 1170 AM.
Name
RUFUS FORBES & LADY J
Company
THE GOSPEL MIX
The Gospel Mix Praise Ministry presents Brother Rufus and Lady J every Thursday night at 10, on board the Old Ship of Zion. Brother Rufus and Lady J combines a variety of gospel music from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today with preaching, praying, Biblical Quiz, Community Talk, Nightly Inspiration, a Moment with the Lovely Lady, Lady J. Things that differ, Heavenly Humor, Share the Laugh and much more. We ask you now to join us in a spirit of both worship and praise as we consider not only the beauty and wonder of creation, but also the power, majesty and promises of the God who made us all, for indeed this is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it. Join us on 1170AM and 107.9 FM, it’s the Heartbeat of the Caribbean, the power and glory.
Name
TONY BLAIR
Company
HI-CLASS PROMOTIONS
Anthony Blair, known as Tony, is a hard working and dedicated Jamaican business owner and entrepreneur. He is CEO of Hi-Class Promotions. His programming includes “The Morning Ride” with John T. from 7am-10am Monday–Friday, “Taking Care of Business” with Winston Barnes 10am-12pm Monday–Friday, and “Super Saturday” 8am-7pm on Saturdays. Join his crew every week as they provide great music, interviews, games, news and information only on WAVS 1170 AM.
Name
WILHEL MCKENZIE
Company
Join Evangelist Wilhel McKenzie as she spreads the word every Friday’s from 12:00 A.M. to 1:00 A.M. on WAVS 1170 AM.
HIGHLIGHTS
WAVS VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
Playlist
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