Wufo Black Radio History Collective

10/16/2025

Attention, attention, attention, WUFOs, new date for WXPO, 2025 

09/17/2025

Unearthing our history! These incredible, and recently uncovered relics, found during our current construction project, located in the Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor - tell stories of resilience, culture, and community. Excited to see how they will be preserved and celebrated in the WUFO Black Radio History Collective as we renovate this space for future generations. 🖤✨

08/28/2025

🌟 Exciting News from WUFO Black Radio History Collective! 🌟

Construction is underway on our new space next to the Michigan St. Baptist Church, and we can't wait to share the progress with YOU! 🎉 This is more than just a building; it’s a hub for culture, history, and community connection.

📅 Want to be a part of this journey? Book your tour by appointment in our current space at 143 Broadway 📍 by calling 716.834.1080 and see the magic happening firsthand! Stay tuned for more updates as we move closer to unveiling our vibrant new home. Let’s make history together! 🙌🏿✨

08/22/2025

Flash Back Friday is here and today we're featuring Don Mullins, former vice President and General Manger of WUFO Radio 📻 Don was not only a leader in the broadcasting industry, but a serving patriot who was involved in many civic organizations as well. We are grateful for his contribution to our station and our story 📻📡 Click the video below to learn more!

WUFO Radio General Manager Don Mullins talks about the black owned & operated radio station's impact on the both the youth and black community of Buffalo, Ne...

06/18/2025

LET US INTRODUCE you to the sounds that played on a 45 record or the beautiful art that made up memorable musical albums. Visit the WUFO Black Radio Collective to experience the feeling of Soul and R&B Music played on WUFO 1080 and other black radio stations.

06/18/2025

YOU JUST HAD TO BE THERE! The WUFO Black Radio Collective Annual 45 Party! An energetic and fun event thot celebrates the best of urban radio. Many of you probably remember the music that was heard on a 45 record? Well, WUFO wants to take you back to the times when the sounds of top musical performers were heard on radio with the voices of talented DJs. Of Course you cannot forget the fashions worn by fashionable community members as they danced to the musical beats. Tonight there was a Fashion show!

06/18/2025

Don’t miss this incredible celebration! The Wufo Black Radio History Collective presents the “45 Party” — a vibrant fundraiser supporting the preservation of African-American media history. Takes place June 17th at 5 PM at the WUFO Studios, 143 Broadway, for an unforgettable evening featuring hors d’oeuvres, drinks, a retro fashion show, and classic tunes that will keep you dancing all night long! We're proud to support WUFO’s mission through the donation of vintage radio equipment from our Buffalo Broadcasting Collection & Archives (www.BuffaloBroadcasting.org). Get your tickets today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/45-party-tickets-1396884201249?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

06/16/2025

If you haven't gotten your tickets to this year's 45 party yet, wait no longer because the party starts tomorrow!

You do not want to miss this lively and historic celebration, taking place in the heart of the Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor ☀️🎉 Enjoy food, drinks, great music, and the story of Buffalos thriving Black Radio history 📻🏙️ See you tomorrow at 5 pm 📻🎷✨

Link for tickets 🎟️: https://shorturl.at/xryd2

06/10/2025

June 17th at 5 pm 🎉 one of our biggest summer celebrations kicks off in the heart of the African American Heritage Corridor ☀️ 🎉 Join us for this year's 45 Party at the WUFO Black Radio History Collective 📻 Enjoy the impact of music in our community over delicious food, drinks, and a fashion show highlighting the variety of style through the ages ✨

All are welcome! Grab your tickets at the link below 🎷🎺

45 Party Tickets 🎟️: https://shorturl.at/ZjKZy

06/10/2025

Celebrating 65 years of Black Radio History! 📻🎉

You do not want to miss this event...Come out and enjoy the Black Music Month Conference Awards at the Foundry Suites...

02/19/2025

WUFO 1400 AM TALKING PROUD - FAMOUS DJ PERSONALITY
FRANKIE " HOLLYWOOD" CROCKER. WE CELEBRATE THURSDAY, Feb 20, 2025, at the screening of one of his movies, CLEOPATRA JONES.

Frankie Crocker was born in Buffalo, NY, and began his famous career as a radio personality at WUFO 1080 AM in Buffalo.

Hear his signature RAP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ne-AMT7-ffo

THANK YOU TO DOUG RUFFIN, Founder of the BuffaloHistoryChannel https://www.youtube.com/c/buffalohistorychannel, for documenting Community History.

After becoming a popular voice at WUFO Radio, he moved to New York City to become a DJ known for creating the urban "urban contemporary" radio format in the 1970s.

Frankie Crocker made Buffalo proud as he grew his career as a radio personality, producer, and actor

Crocker was one of the five original VJs on VH-1, the cable music video channel. He hosted the syndicated TV series Solid Gold and the late-night music show Friday Night Videos on NBC. Crocker was the master of ceremonies (MC) at shows at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, considered the premiere theater for African-American music.

As an actor, Crocker appeared in five films, including Cleopatra Jones (1973), Five on the Black Hand Side (1973), and Darktown Strutters (Get Down and Boogie) (1975).

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