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WSSB-FM is a Community service of South Carolina State University. We feature news, sports & jazz music.

WSSB began broadcasting in 1985 when the Federal Communications Commission, (FCC) granted an educational license to South Carolina State University. WSSB-FM Radio is operated by the Office of University Relations & Marketing at South Carolina State University. WSSB-FM Radio broadcast at 90.3 MHz with 80,000 watts of power. The station's signal covers the tri-county area of Orangeburg, Calhoun, and

Bamberg Counties. WSSB-FM, with 80,000 watts, is the most powerful noncommercial college radio station in the state. WSSB 90.3-FM broadcast 24 hours a day/365 days a year utilizing staff, students, and community volunteer operators. WSSB has developed a highly successful music format consisting of primarily smooth jazz with a blend of R&B Oldies, Gospel, Blues, and Hip Hop which has gained the respect and support of the university faculty, staff, students, the Orangeburg community and surrounding communities. WSSB-FM Radio is affiliated with NPR (National Public Radio); AURN (American Urban Radio Network); APM (American Public Media) which supply the station with news, time, sports, current event features, and diverse music programs.

10/24/2025

- Check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s Jazz Station. This Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Grover Washington, Jr., Poncho Sanchez and Rachelle Ferrell and our Smooth Music Set will showcase James Brown. We will also feature music from Arienne Battiste, Quincy Jones featuring El DeBarge, Barry White and James Ingram and Gregory Porter.

The show is dedicated to the memory of my law school classmate, Thomas F. Jones, who died this week. He was a dear friend and one of my best friends while I was in law school.

Check out Jazz Sets this Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station.

JAZZ LIVES!

10/11/2025

- JAZZ Lives on WSSB 90.3 FM! Be sure to check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station. This Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Ron Carter, Amy Winehouse and Johnny O’Neal, and our Smooth Music Set will showcase The Four Tops.

We will also feature music from Gregory Porter, Jon Batiste, Harold Mabern, Marvin Gaye and McCoy Tyner.

Please put JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY) on your calendar for each Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s JAZZ Station. Listen to the show on your radio or via the internet.

10/03/2025

- JAZZ LIVES..! Check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s Jazz Station. This Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Gil Scott-Heron and Grover Washington, Jr. and we have a Smooth Music Set with Barry White.

Our SMOOTH MUSIC SET will feature Barry White was a very smooth singer with a deep baritone voice. He was two-time Grammy winner. He had 20 Gold and 10 platinum singles and sold over 100 million records.
We will also feature music from Nicole Henry, Joe Williams, Bill Withers, Gregory Porter, Patti LaBelle, Diana Krall and multiple songs from vibes player Milt Jackson.

Check out Jazz Sets this Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station.

JAZZ LIVES!

09/27/2025

- by espnorangeburg and others wssbradio - Jazz Lives on your favorite Jazz Station, WSSB 90.3FM. Be sure to check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station. On Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Donny Hathaway, Kirk Whalum and Cannonball Adderley, and our Smooth Music Set will showcase Michael Jackson. We will also feature music from Kenny Dorham, Bill Evans, Cynda Williams, Gregory Porter and Wynton Marsalis.

Please put JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY) on your calendar for each Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s JAZZ Station. Listen to the show on your radio or via the internet at https://www.wssbradio.org

09/20/2025

- - Jazz Lives on your favorite Jazz Station, WSSB 90.3FM. Be sure to check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station. On Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Monty Alexander, Will Downing and Pharoah Sanders, and a Smooth Music Set with Lauryn Hill.

Our SMOOTH MUSIC SET will feature Lauryn Hill. We will also feature music from Gregory Porter and two songs from super electric bass player Marcus Miller.

Please put JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY) on your calendar for each Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s JAZZ Station. Listen to the show on your radio or via the internet at https://www.wssbradio.org

09/06/2025

- Jazz Lives on your favorite Jazz Station, WSSB 90.3FM. Be sure to check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station. On Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Sonny Rollins, Camille Thurman and Bill Evans and showcase a Smooth Music Set with Quincy Jones.

Our SMOOTH MUSIC SET will feature Quincy Jones. Quincy Jones was a composer, conductor, producer and one of the giants of the music industry. We will feature music from his album THE DUDE.

We will also feature music from Bill Withers, Grover Washington, Jr., Gil Scott-Heron, Wayne Shorter and Gregory Porter.

Please put JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY) on your calendar for each Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s JAZZ Station. Listen to the show on your radio or via the internet at https://www.wssbradio.org

08/20/2025

- Did you know that August 20 is National Radio Day? On this day, we recognize the invention of radio and the value it has in our lives and around the world.

Radio, where would the world be without it? In 1906 the first broadcast for the general public came into existence. Soon news and world events were beginning to populate the airwaves. Entertainment and music followed.
Radio provides a worldwide connection and continues to play a vital role today.

08/16/2025

- Jazz Lives on your favorite Jazz Station, WSSB 90.3FM. Be sure to check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station. On Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will Kandace Springs, Cyrus Chestnut and Joe Sample and showcase a Smooth Music Set with Stevie Wonder.

Our SMOOTH MUSIC SET with feature Stevie Wonder. We will also showcase Gregory Porter, Randy Crawford, Charles Mingus, and the super group Brother Thelonious with Helen Sung, Wayne Escoffery, Ambrose Akinmusire, Alan Hampton, and James Alseders.

Please put JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY) on your calendar for each Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s JAZZ Station. Listen to the show on your radio or via the internet at https://www.wssbradio.org

08/01/2025

Lives on your favorite Jazz Station, WSSB 90.3FM. Be sure to check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station. On Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Herbie Hancock, Grover Washington, Jr. and Arienne Battiste and showcase a Smooth Music Set with the Stylistics.

Our SMOOTH MUSIC SET with feature The Stylistics. We will also showcase Gregory Porter, Russell Malone, Joni Mitchell and Freddie Cole.

Please put JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY) on your calendar for each Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s JAZZ Station. Listen to the show on your radio or via the internet at https://www.wssbradio.org

07/25/2025

- Jazz Lives on your favorite Jazz Station, WSSB 90.3FM. Be sure to check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station. On Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Miles Davis, Ledisi and smooth jazz greats. On Monday, I (Luther Battiste) celebrated my 76th Birthday. I am as Sly Stone once said, “Thankful and Thoughtful” and despite life’s challenges I know that I am blessed. Help me celebrate my birthday by listening to some great jazz on Saturday evening. Email me if you will be able to tune in.

We will also showcase musicians and vocalists from the Smooth Music Genre including Boney James, Charlton Singleton, Four Play, Patti Austin, Candy Duffler, and Paul Brown.

Our SMOOTH MUSIC SET will feature Natlie Cole, Teddy Pendergrass, The Whispers, and Minnie Ripperton. All singers who achieved great success.

Please put JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY) on your calendar for each Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s JAZZ Station. Listen to the show on your radio or via the internet at https://www.wssbradio.org

07/05/2025

Check out Luther Battiste and his show, JAZZ SETS on your favorite Jazz station, WSSB 90.3 FM. We will feature George Benson, Wes Montgomery and Kenny Burrell. We will feature the dynamic Baylor Project featuring Jean Baylor on vocals. Our Smooth Music Set will feature Stevie Wonder. Checkout Jazz Sets from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm EDT every Saturday. Jazz Lives!

06/21/2025

- Jazz Lives on your favorite Jazz Station, WSSB 90.3FM. Be sure to check out JAZZ SETS on Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm EST on WSSB 90.3FM, South Carolina’s Jazz Station. On Saturday night on JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY), we will feature Lee Morgan, Chris Botti, Roy Hargrove and Diana Krall. We will have a SMOOTH MUSIC SET with Aretha Franklin. Saturday night’s show will feature exceptional trumpet players and great vocalists. All the featured artists are JAZZ SETS favorites.

Our SMOOTH MUSIC SET will feature music from Aretha Franklin who is inarguably one of the greatest singers of all-time.

Please put JAZZ SETS (WORLD CLASS JAZZ WITH THE BACK STORY) on your calendar for each Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on WSSB 90.3 South Carolina’s JAZZ Station. Listen to the show on your radio or via the internet at https://www.wssbradio.org

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Orangeburg, SC
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http://www.wssbradio.org/

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