BOSTON – Howard Simpson was born and raised in Boston, but he never imagined he would make his way to the top. Now he uses his position to support the Black community as General Manager at a pair of Emerson College’s radio stations.
The 52-year-old went from the humble streets of Roxbury to the top spot at WERS 88/9 and ERS+ . Simpson, known to many as D-DaNubian, has been at it for two decades.
“It was just a dream for me. I loved music. I loved radio, but I never thought I’d have the opportunity to actually work in it. Let alone become a general manager,” Simpson told WBZ TV.
His office is on Emerson College’s campus where he got his degree in broadcast management. He’s been the general manager for the past three years.
One of the things he’s most proud of is the creation of ERS+ Boston’s Black Experience. The station provides a new cultural dive into R&B, soul and Hip Hop.
“The message is pride, knowing and understanding your history,” Simpson said.