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Michele McKnight has always exuded the talent to entertain and put a smile on anyone’s face, and even before she grew her wings she was told her voice would earn her the opportunity to do so in a MAJOR way.  She made her debut in the radio industry as a college intern for 104.1 KRBE in Houston.  TX.  From there she became one of the most energetic members of ESPN and 103.7 FM street team which sooner than later attracted the attention of Radio One. In May 2010, she was welcomed into the 97.9 the BOX family as a promotion’s technician and soon thereafter she debuted her voice on Houst... Read more..
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With a coast-to-coast radio, voice-over, television, comedic, and recording career spanning more than 20 years, Russ Parr's resume reads like an Academy Award nomination! Russ is best known as the hilarious Host of the top-rated, nationally syndicated Russ Parr Morning Show, heard weekdays by millions of listeners in more than 30 cities across the country.  In addition, his weekend show, "On The Air With Russ Parr", can be h... Read more..
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Madd Hatta has been hosting the Madd Hatta Morning show on 97.9 The Box for 5 years and has worked at The Box since 1995 starting off in Afternoon Drive.  Prior to being on The Box, he did a two-year stint at Majic 102 hosting the Night Show. Follow me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Maddhatta979 or Twitter at http://twitter.com/maddhatta979.... Read more..
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G-Man: Born and raised in Houston G-man began his love for music while at a young age and continued as he became the local DJ for parties while attending Pasadena and Milby High. In 2002 his radio dream job came true when he became the afternoon jock on 97.9 The Box! Since then it has been a wild ride while being joined by trusty sidekick and crash test dummy "The Chile" in 2007. You can catch G-man and The Chile at every Texans home game and supporting all of Houston sports teams. Listen Monday-Friday 3-7p cause "You Never Know What's Gonna Happen" Chile: A Texan Native,... Read more..
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Kiotti (Swing Shift Announcer) a Houston native and local favorite signs back on the air, this time with 97.9 The Box. Kiotti spent two years as the night host on now defunct KPTY. His energetic personality and savvy way with words makes him a hit with listeners. Kiotti is well-known on the local music scene; formerly with Asylum Records. Kiotti is the Founder of Young Families Against Drugs and Kiotti... Read more..
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G.T.  known by most as one of Houston's hottest DJ, both on and off the air and is increasing becoming known for his innovative unheard of lyrics on the mic. With G.T. abbreviated for gifted and talented, his story is like none other and is considered one of a kind. As a true lover of hip hop music, G.T. was drawn to the mic at an early age, "I was always a rapper…I DJ to support my rap career," says GT, clearing all preconceived notions. During his college years at Texas Southern University, he linked up with future friend and business partner DJ Steve Nice. With limited funds to sup... Read more..
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DJ Taeboogie started his career in the summer of 2000. Coming from a family of heavy musical influence, he was trained and molded by some of the greatest in the industry. From doing street promotion to Djing in the club and Basketball all star games he kept his ear to the street and on his grind. He decided the only way for him to grow as a DJ was to leave Cincinnati. He relocated to Houston, TX in 2008. After taking a 2 year break, he joined the 97.9 The Box family in 2010 .  Success is his only option. WWW.TWITTER.COM/TBOOGIE WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/TAEBOOGIE ... Read more..
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