Hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash now hosts a new mixshow on New York’s WBLS, spinning every Friday at midday. You can tune in on 107.5 FM in the NYC area or stream it live worldwide through the WBLS website and the official app.
One of the forefathers of hip-hop just got himself a brand-new home on the airwaves. Grandmaster Flash—the man who helped invent the very language of DJing—is bringing his legendary turntable skills to WBLS, New York’s iconic radio station. And the best part? You can catch him every single Friday.
This is more than a new radio slot. It’s a full-circle moment for the culture, with one of its original architects holding court on one of the most respected stations in the game. Here’s everything you need to know about the new show, how to listen, and the masterclass Flash recently dropped on Sway In The Morning.
A Hip-Hop Forefather Returns to the Decks
Grandmaster Flash isn’t just a DJ. He’s a blueprint. As a pioneer of turntablism and a member of the legendary Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, he helped shape hip-hop from the ground up. His innovations behind the decks changed how an entire genre was built and performed.
Now, that same energy is hitting the Friday midday set on WBLS. Expect deep cuts, classic grooves, and the kind of seamless mixing that only a true innovator can deliver. For longtime fans and new listeners alike, it’s a chance to hear a master at work in real time.
How to Listen to Grandmaster Flash on WBLS
Catching the new mixshow is easy, whether you’re in New York or anywhere across the globe.
- In the NYC area: Tune your radio to WBLS 107.5 FM every Friday at midday.
- Streaming worldwide: Head to the official WBLS website to listen live online.
- On the go: Download the WBLS app for mobile streaming wherever you are.
No matter where you’re tuning in from, set a reminder for Friday afternoons. This is appointment listening.
Throwback: Grandmaster Flash Breaks Down DJing on Sway In The Morning
Two years ago, Grandmaster Flash stopped by Sway In The Morning for a special guest appearance—and turned it into a full-on lesson in the craft.
During the visit, Flash broke down the art of DJing for the audience, peeling back the curtain on the techniques that made him a legend. The highlight? A live demonstration of his famous Quick Mix Theory.
For those who don’t know, the Quick Mix Theory is one of Flash’s groundbreaking contributions to hip-hop. It’s the technique that allowed DJs to isolate and repeat the best part of a record—the break—by manually manipulating the vinyl to extend those moments on the dance floor. It’s foundational stuff, and watching the man who created it explain it himself is a rare gift.
Why This Moment Matters for Hip-Hop
Seeing a founding father of the genre take a regular spot on a major station like WBLS is a celebration of where hip-hop came from and where it’s going. It keeps the culture’s history alive while introducing those original sounds and techniques to a whole new generation of fans.
So clear your Friday schedule. Whether you’re a hardcore vinyl head or just love great music, Grandmaster Flash on WBLS is must-listen radio. Salute to the legend!
