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09/18/2026

🚨 Brand New Music Alert 🚨

New music added this week to 96.5 The Beats playlist 🎶

- “Night in the Bay” E-40, Anderson .Paak and Al B Sure!
-“So Good” Jhene Aiko ft Kendrick Lamar

Listen to Syracuse’s Hip Hop Station 96.5 The Beat 🎙️

09/18/2026

🔥 FIRE VS. FLOP FRIDAYS 🔥

Every Friday, we’re serving up a quick hip-hop showdown & new music releases 🎶

NEW MUSIC FRIDAY (9/18/26) :
- GTA VI:The Album (Travis Scott – "RHYNO") (Future & Metro Boomin ft. Yung Lean – "That's It")
-Anderson .Paak & Cordae – "A Good Day"
- The Kid Laroi & Giveon - "Get Even"
-Lil U*i Vert & Kur – "Grab Your Popcorn" (Remix)
-Joy Crookes & Denzel Curry – "Painkiller"

Vote, comment, and let us know what you think! It’s all about fun, music, and seeing where our listeners stand. No wrong answers, just good vibes and big opinions 😎

Did we forget one that sticks out to you?

Get ready to flex your music taste and join the conversation every Friday with 96.5 The Beat🎧

09/17/2026

We’re sitting down with Bob Hupp, Artistic Director of Syracuse Stage, to talk about the exciting 2026/2027 season, the productions audiences can look forward to, and what goes on behind the scenes to bring these stories to life 🎭

From the stage to the community, discover what makes Syracuse Stage such an important part of Central New York’s arts scene ❤️

Watch the full interview and get a behind-the-scenes look at what’s ahead 🎬

https://youtu.be/Rfoyq97cq1I

What’s coming to Syracuse Stage?We’re sitting down with Bob Hupp,...

09/17/2026

On this episode of Inner Harbor Cast, we’re joined by John Cerrone, Board member and Heritage Organizer, to talk all things Festa Italiana, from the traditions and entertainment to the incredible community spirit that brings this celebration to life.

📅 September 18–20, 2026
📍 In front of City Hall, Downtown Syracuse

Festa Italiana brings three days of Italian food, live entertainment, vendors, dancing, cultural performances, and family-friendly fun to the heart of Syracuse.

Learn more about what attendees can look forward to and why Festa Italiana is such a special celebration for Central New York.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1WUwv9bFzU

Buon appetito, Syracuse! We’re celebrating Italian culture, food, m...

09/16/2026

Every baby deserves to be clean, dry, and comfortable 🍼💙

For National Diaper Need Awareness Week, we’re sitting down with CNY Diaper Bank to talk about diaper need in Central New York, the organization’s mission, and how they’re helping provide essential supplies to families in our community.

Learn more about the realities families face, how CNY Diaper Bank is making a difference, and how our community can help support their mission.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWP5oE0QZaw

Every baby deserves to be clean, dry, and comfortable. 🍼💙For Nati...

09/16/2026

🧥💜 HELP KEEP OUR CNY KIDS WARM THIS WINTER 💜🧥

TBT is giving back to our community with a FREE New Coat Giveaway for children ages 4–12 ❤️

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Valley Plaza Shopping Center
4141 South Salina St., Syracuse, NY

Parents must be present with their child👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Because every child deserves to feel warm, loved & confident this winter 🥰❄️

Let’s help spread the word and make sure our local kids stay warm all season long 💜

09/16/2026

In this episode, we hear from Hospice of Central New York and Hospice of the Finger Lakes to further discuss their ' Veteran Honoring Program' 🪖

Michelle Devlin, Director of Volunteers, and John Macron, Veteran Volunteer, further discuss their mission, goals and how you can get involved 🎙️

The goal of the program is simple – to care for and honor those who have served when they reach the end of life. This program focuses on respectful inquiry, compassionate listening, and grateful acknowledgement ❤️

To learn more: https://youtu.be/UBeniMv50q8

Hospice of Central New York and of the Finger Lakes is a Community ...

09/11/2026

🔥 FIRE VS. FLOP FRIDAYS 🔥

Every Friday, we’re serving up a quick hip-hop showdown or new music releases 🎶

NEW MUSIC FRIDAY (9/11/26) :

- Jhene Aiko [Westside Whimsy]
-EST Gee [Bigger Than The Devil]
-Tee Grizzley [Rain]
-Rich The Kid & Gunna [Too Bad]
-Quavo & T.I. [Backwards]

Vote, comment, and let us know what you think! It’s all about fun, music, and seeing where our listeners stand. No wrong answers, just good vibes and big opinions 😎

Did we forget one that sticks out to you?

Get ready to flex your music taste and join the conversation every Friday 🎧

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 We Remember. We Honor. We Will Never Forget. 🇺🇸

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the heroes, first responders, families, and communities forever changed that day.

May we continue to remember their courage, their sacrifice, and the strength that brought our nation together.

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day 🇺🇸

Here’s to a well-deserved day of relaxation, good food, great music, and making the most of the long weekend ☀️🎶❤️

How are you spending your Labor Day? 👇

Tune into Central New York’s Number One Station for Hip-Hop 96.5 The Beat 🎧