Throwback Thursday: Charlie Wilson Birthday & Funk Legacy Tonight on Classix at Nite with Donna, we’re celebrating the birthday of Charlie Wilson — better known to many as Uncle Charlie — and honoring the smooth, feel-good funk legacy he helped create with The GAP Band. From funk-driven classics to grown-man solo hits, Charlie Wilson’s music has soundtracked decades of dance floors, […]
It’s Throwback Thursday, and tonight’s Video of the Night is Charlie Wilson – “There Goes My Baby.”Uncle Charlie always brings that feel-good funk with a smooth edge — and if you’ve ever been in love-love, you know this song. What’s your favorite Charlie Wilson or Gap Band record of all time? Call me: 855-79-DONNA Classix 102.9 – Classix at Nite with Donna
Tonight on Classix at Nite with Donna, we celebrated Feel Good Wednesday by honoring the 54th birthday of Anthony Hamilton — an artist whose music blends soul, faith, honesty, and grown-folk emotion. Anthony Hamilton has always stood out for his ability to tell real stories without chasing trends. His catalog is filled with songs that speak to love, healing, reflection, […]
Tonight’s Feel Good Wednesday Video of the Night is Anthony Hamilton – “Can’t Let Go.”Modern R&B with that grown-man soul… the kind that hits different when you’ve lived a little. What modern male R&B voice do you feel deserves more love? Call me: 855-79-DONNAClassix 102.9 – Classix at Nite with Donna
Tonight’s Let’s Talk Tuesday Video of the Night goes to The Whispers with the smooth classic “In the Mood.”If this one takes you back, I want to hear from you — what year does this song remind you of, and who does it make you think about? Call me on the request line: 855-79-DONNAListen to Classix 102.9 – Classix at Nite with […]
Tonight’s Video of the Night celebrates a timeless classic — “Sweet Love” by Anita Baker. This song wasn’t just a hit — it was a soul introduction. From silky vocals to expressive storytelling, Anita redefined grown-folks R&B with elegance and emotional precision. Whether it’s the first time you hear it tonight or the hundredth, let the richness of her […]
Tonight on Mellow Monday, we weathered a cold winter night and celebrated the voice, soul, and artistry of Anita Baker — on her birthday. From her first breakout hit to deep album cuts and listener favorites, Anita gave us songs that feel like soul-healing conversation. Here’s the full playlist we shared, plus special moments and facts we talked […]
Throwback Thursday: The Year Was 1987 Tonight on Classix at Nite with Donna, we took a full trip back to 1987 — a year when music was bold, emotions ran deep, and memories were being made in real time. I was 17 years old, a junior in high school, trying to figure life out one song at a time. And […]
Throwback Thursday Video (1987): I Wanna Dance With Somebody — Whitney Houston Tonight on Throwback Thursday, we’re spotlighting the year 1987 — and you can’t talk about that year without Whitney Houston. “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” is pure joy on record. Released in 1987, the song topped charts worldwide and became one of Whitney’s most beloved hits. This wasn’t just a […]
Let’s Talk Tuesday Video: All Night Long — Lionel Richie Tonight on Let’s Talk Tuesday, we’re keeping it light, fun, and full of energy with a song that never fails to bring people together. “All Night Long” by Lionel Richie is one of those records that instantly changes the mood. From weddings and cookouts to concerts and dance floors, […]
Mellow Monday Video of the Night: “King Holiday”Tonight on Classix at Nite with Donna, our Mellow Monday Video of the Night is “King Holiday” — a song that represents unity not just in message, but in execution. Released on January 13, 1986, King Holiday was created to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and celebrate […]
Mellow Monday: Songs of Unity, Hope & Purpose Tonight on Classix at Nite with Donna, we paused, reflected, and honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through music that has always been part of the movement. This Mellow Monday playlist was built around songs of unity, peace, love, and purpose—music that uplifts without weighing the heart down. Dr. King […]