TheBoxHouston – KBXX 97.9 Houston's Home for the Hip-Hop Community

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Nnete is the lady of the Madd Hatta Morning Show and reports all the celebrity excitement and drama from New York, L.A. and everywhere in between in “Entertainers” on the 30s.  She also hosts 97.9 The Box’s community program Conversations with Nnete Sundays at 6:30am. Nnete wears many hats as a budding comedian/host, actor and entrepreneur. She owns Houston’s premier plus-size boutique, Strut, hosts Nnete’s Book Break and dedicates time to various community causes.  Nnete earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Houston and is a member... Read more..
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Rob G. has been DJ’ing professionally since the tender age of 15.  He fulfilled his lifelong dream of working in a top 10 market when he was hired by 97.9 The Box in October 2002.  Originally hired to work overnights and weekends, it didn’t take long for him to puck up more visible time slots. All of his hard work paid off when he was asked to be the exclusive mixer for the award winning “Madd Hatta Morning Show” in 2005. Since becoming a part of the MHMS Rob G. has created two specialty "interactive" mixes.  The first being "Link The Mix" where prizes are given away to the first l... Read more..
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This Cincinnati native (and her parents) learned early that her place was behind the microphone.  In 1998, Jillian’s professional radio career began at WROU-FM in Dayton, Ohio where she held down a weekend host position. She switched dials to WIZF-FM in her hometown of Cincinnati in 2000.  Life changed for her when she packed her headphones and moved to The Big Apple - New York City in February, 2001 - seven months before September 11th. She landed a spot at  legendary WBLS-FM where she worked alongside “The Queen of all Media”, Wendy Williams. In 2002, JJ... 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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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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I’ve been a Dj for over 10 yrs. I’m the founder of the Swishahouse movement. I have been responsible for breaking various successful artists such as: Mike Jones, Paulwall, Slim Thug & Chamillionaire. I practice a DJ STYLE called Screwed & Chopped carrying on the legacy that DJ Screw started in Houston Texas. I’m currently have the #1 5 hour mix show here on 979 the box expressing this art. It airs every Sunday from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 am. This show has 3 segments. I start off with the Swishahouse Mix from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This part consist of slowing down of new hits, unbrok... 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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