Brother Marcus was the former host of “The Focus Radio Show,” which was heard on on 800 AM, WIFI Vision Radio, as well as the Host for “The ARS Group Television Preview Show.” Some of his radio accomplishments include of “The Elements of Inspiration” on Praise 103.9′s sister station 100.3 The Beat, “Elements of Inspiration” on WIFI Radio 1460 AM, “Backline Magazine Radio Show” on WNWR 1540 AM, “On Solid Rock” WPEB Philly 88.1 FM, “Elements of Inspiration” on 720 AM The Rock, and “The Brother Marcus Show” on The Praise House Internet radio station.

The vision that God has given to Brother Marcus is to help people believe in themselves more then ever before, and to let them know they are not alone in this journey of life. Bro. Marcus does this by giving Elements of Inspirational words that motivate, encourage and inspire people of all walks of life to strive to be better and always trust God.

At the end of every broadcast, Bro. Marcus, The Radio Show Host Extraordinaire, leaves his faithful listeners with The Elements of Inspirational quotes. Then he signs off with this phrase, “Stay focused everybody, remember God loves you and so do I!” It’s your Brother talking … let’s spread that love.

Find more from Bro. Marcus at www.BrotherMarcus.com.

Ms. Tribbett is a native of our country’s capital, Washington, D. C. Her Gospel roots where birthed from her rearing in the church. A credit to her two godly parents, Deac Wilbur and the late Evang Essie Belton. She is the proud mother of four GREAT MUSICALLY gifted children who are in the gospel industry as well, and six grandchildren.

Currently she is a resident of New Jersey and attends Fresh Word Ministries in Cherry Hill under the leadership of Apostle Wynell Freeman. Where she serves on the ministerial staff.

Her broadcasting career has catapulted over a 14-year span. She started as a “part-timer” at WIMG in Trenton. A progressive opening escalated her to WURD Love 900 in Philadelphia. It just kept getting better and better. In 1993 she moved on to WNAP 1110 AM in Norristown where she was an on air personality and Music Coordinator.

In 1996 the bar was raised when she came to PHILLY’S BEST IN GOSPEL 1480 AMEN. She began her WDAS journey as an on air personality and a music director. Her bubbly personality, love for the gospel music and listeners, overflowed onto the sister station on 105.3 for Sunday Celebration. This lady must know something about sports because she has “taken the ball and ran with it”.

While operating in all of the above positions there was added another hat. Yes, she soared to the Program Directors chair. Her innovative and creative ideas launched WDAS into the “ESSENCE” of the industry.

In December of 2003, due to downsizing of the company, Tribbett was released soon to find herself as the manager of the gospel sensation Sony recording artist Tye Tribbett and GA. As manager, Tribbett traveled extensively around the world. That season was the prelude to her current position as the account executive of W&W Public Relations Agency.

Her experience in the industry has developed strong relationships with record companies and artists as well. She has been nominated and won several awards in the radio field corporately and individually.

HER MOTTO IS “I AM …. BECAUSE – GOD IS!”

Ms. Kala is also a professional actress who has been in over 25 regional theater productions, and performed on radio, television, and film. She has been nominated for a Barrymore Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress and was most recently seen in a national commercial for Saladworks as Sophie. She publicly confessed the Lord as her Savior in 1997 and is a member of The Christian Church in Philadelphia. Her social and professional memberships include Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated and The Actors Equity Association.

Ms. Kala is happily married with two beautiful daughters and two very handsome step-sons.

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Scripture Foundation:
2 Corinthians 5:17 – Therefore, if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold all things are become new.

Motto:
“Every Day Is A New Beginning"

The program consist of the following:
Inspirational Message
Monthly Theme
June – Living Your Dreams; July – Overcoming A Crisis;
August – Marvelous Miracles; September – Power of Prayer; October – Faith In Times of Stress; November – Purpose of Unbelief

News You Can Use
Info provided on sponsors
Birthday Greeting to everyone during the month
Help Wanted – 2 to 3 job opportunities are shared
Community information, resources or announcements shared

Prayer Line Connection
There is a general prayer – an educational institution and church is adopted for prayer weekly
Provide an opportunity for people to be Saved and Rededicate their Life to Christ
People can call in with their prayer request
Praise Reports – People can call in with their testimony

Tiffany Bacon began her career in radio in 1990 while attending Temple University. The university radio station WRTI sparked a life long love for radio and broadcasting in general. She spend a few years at B101, more than a decade at Power 99FM and now she is happy to be the night jock at 107.9 WRNB and the host of two talk shows on Praise 103.9FM. Outside of her dedication to the field of broadcasting, Ms. Bacon serves as a high school Drama/Dance/Broadcasting teacher. She also founded and manages a improv theater troupe, which includes a few of her students. The iTheatre Company inspires and entertains audiences on a weekly basis. Ms. Bacon is inspired by and a big supporter of the performing arts. She has been an actress, dancer, choreographer, costume designer and director. Tiffany Bacon hopes to continue to share her gifts and knowledge while continuing to learn about herself through discovering the world.

For the last 20 years, Marcos Mercado has devoted his life to helping people all over the world. Marcos answered his calling at the age of 16 when he started preaching at his local congregation in New York City, where he was born and raised. He graduated summa cum laude from Manhattan College where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management. Over the last two decades, God has transformed him from a young zealot to a spiritual and mature man of God. He has worn many hats in his life; including that of a Full-time Minister, Preacher, Teacher, Motivational Speaker, and Marriage and Life Coach. Now, he is taking his seasoned experience and his passion for people on the airwaves via the weekly radio show “Marriage Beyond the Vows.”

Marcos’ God-given ability to minister to all-types of people has taken him on mission trips around the world. Marcos, who is fluent in both English and Spanish, has preached throughout South America and the Caribbean. He has also led life-changing marriage seminars throughout the country helping couples from all walks of life find healing and a future.

After helping to build a dynamic church of over 5,000 people in New York City, Marcos moved to the Philadelphia area in 2007 to lead a ministry in the heart of the city. He is happily married to his wife Amarillis, who serves alongside him as a Women’s Ministry Leader. They are the proud parents of two beautiful children ages eight and five.

On one purposeful night, Dezzie’s career as an amateur singer would change to an artist.  While attending a Christian cafe, Dezzie performed a song for the open mic portion of the café. Eric T Greene Sr., founder & CEO of End Tyme Productions, LLC, was in the crowd that night. Greene was blown away by Dezzie’s vocals and approached her after her performance and gave her the opportunity to record her 1st project Here I Am which captured the essence of today’s youth and the issues they struggle with. Dezzie allowed the Holy Spirit to use her and pour out his wisdom and comfort to anyone willing to listen. Dezzie is persistent with exposing the truth. She aims to shed light on the tricks and traps of the enemy. Her brutally honest message invokes self examination in an era where even modern medicine encourages people to write off flaws as some classified illness. Dezzie’s powerful lyrics reach for lives affected by familiar, but less talked about issues such as fornication, shame and idolatry.  Dezzie’s 2^nd project “Dying Daily.…A Journey Through Spiritual Growth” gets right down to it.  As if she could get any more real, Dezzie takes the events of her life and pours them on wax for all to hear and be blessed. With hits like, “Good Morning Lord”, “Enough” and “Move”, this album was destined to ring bells.

Dezzie makes it a point to connect with the people listening to her minister. She shies away from the “holier than thou” image people tend to think of when they think of a minister. She constantly humbles herself while ministering, admitting that she is also a Christian that struggles. Acknowledging this walk isn’t always the easiest, but assuring her brethren that the struggle is well worth it. Whether you are listening for encouragement or waiting on God to deliver you from something, she identifies with all. She could very well show up to a gig looking for restoration, as well as, for a break through. Whatever her current season is bringing her, Dezzie shares what God is taking her through.  Dezzie tries not to be confined by an “image”. Dezzie’s music and image exudes her mission, being free in Christ. She believes that one’s praise should not be confined to a box. Freedom of expression is necessary and important to worship God in Spirit and Truth. With eye brow raising outfits and equally shocking lyrics, Dezzie conveys that there is no one way to represent Christ.

Dezzie has been blessed throughout her journey. She has graced the same stages as numerous respected gospel prodigies such as Gabriel Hardeman, Jeff Murrell, Tye Tribbett and Greater Anointing, T-Wyse, Tamika Patton, The Firbee Sisters, Da Truth, Mary Mary, and has worked alongside well respected radio personalities such as Ed Long WDAS and Don Juan Banks Power 99 FM. Dezzie has also lent her talents to projects ranging from hosting talent showcases and composing stage play soundtracks to large city-wide events such as the United States Conference on Aids (10/2004), Unity Day (2003-2007), Gospel Fest (2006-2007), Mega Fest (2006), Penn’s Landing summer concert series(2004)  and the 2004 “Peace on the Streets” rally.. Through it all, Dezzie has remained humble and steadfast in the Lord. She plans to continue pressing towards God’s ultimate will for her life.

In 1995, CoCo started interning with Hot 97.5(now Hot 107.9). From delivering pizza to loading trucks, he had a variety of odd jobs, working tirelessly at night and interning during the day. His hard-work and diligence paid off and he was finally hired at Hot. Even with all of his potential, his time there was short-lived and in 1997 he was fired. After losing his job, he became homeless. The spirit in CoCo Brother would not allow him to quit and after being homeless for a year, he landed a position with V-103 as their Promotions Coordinator.

CoCo wanted to be on the air, but was told that he could not be an On-Air Personality. It has been said that whenever one door closes, another opens. The next door flew open. Still hungry to reach the people, he took a job in a smaller market with Foxy 107 and Mike Roberts in Macon, GA. Within months in that market, CoCo’s personality and drive made the show #1.

In January of 2000, CoCo left Georgia for a position in Washington D.C. on 93.9 WKYS. He was in direct competition with Big Tigger, the former host of BET’s Rap City. For two and a half years, he dominated the airwaves with the same passion, high-energy, and creativity that made him a success in the past.

CoCo Brother came full circle on September 11, 2001 when he returned to Hot 107.9, Atlanta, in the 6- 10 pm time slot. This time things would be much different. It didn’t take long before CoCo Brother and the Home Team made their presence known. When the first book came out, the show was #1 with 12-17 year olds. It also made history for Hot, ranking #1 with 18 – 34 year olds for the first time. CoCo was responsible for breaking some of the hottest records as well as capturing exclusive interviews with artists such as 50 Cent, David Banner, Ludacris, and T.I. His influence reached beyond the city limits and included:

• · Hosting Vibe’s TV show and BET’s Talent Search
• · Appearances on BET and MTV
• · Hosting video show on UPN
• · Hosting Michael Vick’s Shoe Release for 3 consecutive years
• · Appearances in Vibe, Source, Creative Loafing, and Rolling Out Magazines

Yet, even after years of success, he was not content and began to hear God telling him to shift into a different arena. In March of 2005, CoCo Brother announced that he would be leaving the 6–10 pm slot. When he left, the show was on top. After 6 weeks off the air, he emerged with a new fire and a new sound called The Spirit of Hip Hop (SOHH). The show kicked off from 7 – 10 am and soon made history in its ratings when it moved up to 6 – 10 am. The constant demand for the show led it to its current slot of 6 – 12pm on Sundays mornings. The ratings continue to soar. With that success, the SOHH expanded to 5a-6a Monday-Friday in addition to the weekends, and now syndicated all across the country reaching millions every week in virtually every major market, including Detroit, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Washington DC, Baltimore, Cleveland, St. Louis, Indianapolis, and Philadelphia, with more markets coming on board each day.

The Spirit of Hip Hop is more than just a nationally syndicated show; it’s a lifestyle. It’s a ministry focusing on Jesus Christ, that bridges the gap between generations; sinners and saints; hip hop and gospel music. The show features original skits, and exclusive in depth spiritual interviews with gospel, hip hop, and R & B superstars. Within the shows’ first few months, CoCo was able to interview and host some of the most influential artists and leaders in hip hop and in the church such as: TD Jakes, Kirk Franklin, Ludacris, Young Jeezy, Lil’ Jon, Yolanda Adams and Smokie Norful, just to name a few.

Coco is responsible for spearheading some of the most powerful and well attended community events in the country and is dedicated to underserved communities, such as feeding the homeless and The Spirit of Hip Hop Annual Toy Give-a-way. In 2004, Evander Holyfield and Ludacris played a major role in the Spirit of Hip Hop Toy Give-a-way by donating a combined amount of $100,000 dollars worth of toys. The SOHH was active in Hurricane Katrina Relief efforts such as David Banner’s Heal the Hood Benefit Concert and the Gospel Music Channels Angel Concert. Coco even recently organized and hosted Radio One’s One Love Gospel Cruise along with Dottie Peoples, Fred Hammond and John Gray. Other involvements include:

• · Honda’s Battle of the Bands
• · Opening up for Kirk Franklin at Mega Fest 2005
• · The Shannon Anderson Foundation
• · The Jamie Foxx Laffapalooza / The SOHH meets Comedy
• · Annual Martin Luther King March
• · Discipleship Award (Community Service) Gospel Connection 2005.

Other notable accomplishments include hosting the biggest hip hop concert in the USA, Birthday Bash: Presenter and Creator of the SOHH award for the Radio One Dirty Awards); Integral part of LudaChrisMiss (this is the charitable event that Ludacris, Chris Webber, and David Banner facilitated for Katrina survivors:: Annual Martin Luther King March presenter; and Recipient of the Power 30 under 30 award from AUC Digest.

In 2005, the SOHH made history with Exodus; where the Church meets the Streets hosted at one of the hottest clubs in Atlanta, GA (Club 112). Guests included Kirk Franklin, Bone Crusher and Bishop Eddie Long. There were thousands in attendance, with hundreds in the streets when they couldn’t get inside. The following year, Exodus was held at the Word of Faith Family Cathedral and the attendance quadrupled. Over a thousand youth came to the altar and gave their life to Christ. In all, there were 8-thousand people in the Church and another 3-thousand outside trying to get in; this happening while the police were closing the interstate because of all the traffic.

CoCo’s ultimate vision is to see the church go to the streets worldwide. Stand 2007 will be the platform that springboards this dream. A one-day event taking place at the internationally known Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta, where over a million strong will come together and Take A STAND to change the landscape of hip hop forever by promoting a positive lifestyle. This historic solution-based movement will mobilize the hip hop community by taking its core and putting it in a positive light. This will be the biggest experience hip hop has ever witnessed, a monumental event with lasting implications on generations to come.

CoCo Brother’s life is a testimony of what God will do in willing vessels. Never despise small beginnings. After being denied in Market 12, he went to Market 147; eventually rising to Market 7 and to the top. He operates in excellence and he just won’t quit. He is an example of someone who sometimes against all odds constantly raises the bar and sets the tone in everything he does. From homelessness to hosting and leading the official and defining movement for change in hip hop, only time will tell what is in store for both him and the Spirit of Hip Hop. Indeed, after hearing his powerful testimony on the radio weekly, on CNN, and on CNN International, it’s very clear that Coco will be one of those anointed leaders insuring that a new day has arrived and a generation is about to be changed. Furthermore, with the blessing of being on the radio on the largest inspirationally-based network in the world targeting our youth, CoCo is making the world turn the volume up generating record setting ratings, but still and most importantly saving souls along the way.

CeCe is the former producer and co-host of Philly’s legendary “Carter & Sanborn Morning Show,” where she was affectionately known as “The Skirt with the Dirt” on two other well-known Philly radio stations. CeCe is a former Music Mixer and served as Music Director for a Philly Hip-Hop & R&B station from 1994-1996. CeCe is also the former Executive Producer of the syndicated “Steve Harvey Morning Show” in Philly.

In addition to radio, CeCe is a voiceover talent and has worked with such clients as Johnson & Johnson, Publix, Ford, Bellsouth, Home Depot and The Georgia Lottery. Her endorsement clients include: Dr. John Fisher’s Medical Weight Loss Centers, Attorney Georgette Miller, Unclaimed Diamonds, Philadelphia Credit Union, Red Lobster, Applebee’s, Olay, HomeGoods and Shower to Shower; just to name a few.

In the community, CeCe lends her heart, voice, and time to such organizations as Mothers in Charge, St. Jude and Chosen 300 Ministries. CeCe also uses her influence to share her life experiences through women’s conferences, workshops and retreats, public speaking, visiting juvenile detention centers, prisons as well as shelters for women and the homeless.

CeCe is happily married to man who knows and loves the LORD and she has two beautiful daughters who know and love the LORD as well. CeCe is currently enrolled in her second year of seminary at the Priscilla Institute at Palmer Seminary, which is the seminary at Eastern University. CeCe attends Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church where Rev. Dr. Alyn E. Waller is pastor.

CeCe is on fire to inspire others to be the best they can be by embracing their inner light in order to shine upon us through the birthing of their purpose. CeCe uses her gift of exhortation to reach out with Christian love and presence, in order to help others dealing with personal conflict and/or facing a spiritual void. CeCe’s goal is to become a world-renowned Inspirational Speaker and Author.

CeCe is guided by Isaiah 61:1-3 which declares, “The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good tidings to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound; To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; To comfort all who mourn, to console those who mourn in Zion, to give them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; That they may be called trees of righteousness”.