Name: Jerome Pearson
DJ Handle: Rome
Catch me on: WUAG 103.1FM
Show title: “Rome’s Wake Up Show”
Show time: Tuesdays 7 a.m.-9 a.m.
Request line: 336.334.5450
What I play: Alternative/old-school hip-hop and R&B
What you’ll hear: The Roots, Eric B & Rakim, Common, Black Star, etc.
Why I play it: This style of hip hop/R&B is rarely presented, as it should be, on commercial radio. A good starter album: Lupe Fiasco — Food and Liquor
Favorite thing about being a DJ: Breaking in new music to the listeners.
Got in the game: Three years ago
How I got started: I was told about the radio station, so I went there and applied for a show.
Favorite bands: Outkast, Pete Rock & CL Smooth, Wale, Kid Cudi
Website: www.wuag.net
I’d like to add: Tune in to the show and don’t hesitate to call up the station!
