94.7 The Wave Listeners might be surprised to know that Greg Mack started the
first ever “Rap” Radio Station called 1580 KDAY-Los Angeles. Greg launched the
careers of some of the biggest names in Rap including Dr. Dre, LL Cool J, Queen
Latifah, M.C. Hammer, NWA, Ice Cube, Tone Loc, Will Smith, and recorded a Triple
Platinum song called “Radio” with Rapper Eazy-E…while launching several others…
Greg also launched the careers of what is called today, “Freestyle” Music featuring
the artists Stevie B, Trinere, Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam, Expose’, the Cover Girls and many
more.
Portrayed in the largest biopic in History, “Straight Outta Compton” by Director F.
Gary Gray(you can actually see Greg himself during the credits at the end).
With over 4 decades in Radio, Greg Mack hosts a Syndicated Radio Show called “The
Greg Mack Show”, heard in over 20 Markets and 3 Countries featuring the music he
helped launch.
You can always find Greg in the community speaking to the youth or on stage in
front of 20,000 WAVE listeners.
Greg Mack says he’s a fan of radio and working alongside the most talented people
in radio right here at Audacy and 94.7 The Wave!
Stay in touch with Greg HERE!