Director of Content for both Fun 107 and 1420 WBSM, Rock began his radio career in Boston as a 16-year-old intern for "Rock and Roll Hall of Famer" Dale Dorman. He cracked the mic for the first time on his 18th birthday as a freshman broadcaster at Syracuse University's legendary Z-89. Rock has hosted radio shows in Boston, Syracuse, Connecticut, and New Hampshire...and came to Fun 107 back in 1995. He's hung out with some of the world's biggest names, including Tom Brady, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd, The Jonas Brothers, and Rihanna. Michael Rock has hosted live broadcasts from the Grammy Awards, Atlantis in the Bahamas, Universal Studios Florida and Red Sox Spring Training. But the most important live broadcast he's ever done was during one of his weekly Saturday Night Hotmixx shows from the Jukebox in New Bedford. That's where he met his wife, Cyndi. They now live in Mattapoisett with their two children.
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GNBVT Travel to Cuttyhunk for Wind Energy Lesson
It's no secret that the future of energy here in New Bedford is going to rely on offshore wind. The current offshore wind project is expected to supply generations with alternative energy and jobs, and Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School is meeting the needs of the future by giving their students the chance to study it.
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Why Old Rochester Schools Don’t Have Good Friday Off
Old Rochester schools were open for business on Good Friday 2024. The school committee decided it wasn't right to close as other districts do.
Foxwoods ‘Big Brother’ Casting Call Could Be Your Big Break
Are you willing to let everyone watch your every move for 100 days on national television? A "Big Brother" casting call is happening at Foxwoods.
Fairhaven Welcomes Boston College Legend Doug Flutie
Fairhaven's Jersey Mike's welcomed the most important athlete in the history of Boston College on Wednesday. Heisman Trophy winner, Doug Flutie, is immortalized by a statue of his 1984 "Flutie Pass" outside of BC's Alumni Stadium.
My dad and I watched that nationally televised game live on Saturday, November 23, 1984. To...
In New Bedford, All Signs Point to South Coast Rail Coming Soon
New Bedford has been promised South Coast Rail for decades, but the MBTA signs going up at the Whale's Tooth parking lot are a clear indication it's coming.
Daziah Wants to Help Other Kids Struggling with Spina Bifida [TUESDAY’S CHILD]
Daziah wants to set the record straight about her spina bifida condition, and live a happy life with a strong family.
Buttonwood Park Zoo Vet Shares How Eclipse Could Affect Animals
The solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, could afect animals in different ways. Buttonwood Park Zoo veterinarian Emmy Budas shares her expertise.
Fall River Revisiting Prohibition with New Speakeasy and Restaurant The Counting House
The Counting House, a new restaurant in Fall River, will pay homage to the speakeasies of the 1920s.
New Bedford Zeiterion Theater Nears Start of Renovations
The $30 million Zeiterion Performing Arts Center renovation has hit a delay but a contractor should be chosen soon.
Fairhaven Teen Looking for Rightful Owner of Scattered Cash
Colin Sievers found more than $100 in cash scattered on the ground in Fairhaven. Rather than keep it, the teen wants to find the rightful owner.