Brian Dawson - Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival 2023

About Afternoon Traffic Jam with Brian Dawson

From hosting parties, big events and other special functions, public speaking and other community work, Brian Dawson has done it all in the entertainment world. A native of Fredericksburg, VA, Brian possesses an Associate’s Degree in Arts and Radio from Gulf Coast Community College in Florida and a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and a Masters in Sports Management both obtained at the University of Akron in Ohio.

To add to Brian’s versatility, his natural ability to interact with a variety of people has enabled him to be an active and well-respected individual within the community.

Fifteen years of entertainment experience has made Brian one of the most sought-after talents on the East Coast. Brian is the afternoon drive host (3pm-7pm) at Radio One of Raleigh for WQOK FM K97.5. His show “The Traffic Jamz” can be heard throughout the central parts of North Carolina to Southern Virginia and has been consistently ranked number one in the 12+, 18-34, and 25-54 demos. As an afternoon personality, Brian has interviewed various celebrities and public figures including Jay Z, Diddy, John Legend, Ludacris, Tyrese, Neyo, Alicia Keys, Rick James, 50 Cent, TI, Former President Barack Obama, Hilary Clinton, former Senator John Edwards, Pastor Shirley Caesar, and NBA legend Magic Johnson.

Brian has appeared on and hosted television shows including BET’s ‘Rap City,’ ‘Keepin’ It Reel’ TV, a music and video show for five years, FOX 50’s ‘Gimmie the Mike’ for two years, MTV’s ‘The Dance” and he is currently working on his new project TV show “The B spot” on FOX 50.

As an entrepreneur, Brian Dawson is the founder and CEO of Chase Media. His company provides advertising, artist and/or personality bookings and development, event planning and coordination, marketing, product placement, and promotions.
While Brian is known universally by his radio exposure, he is also very well known for his involvement in high caliber social events including “OSAW” Old School Alumni Weekend, Josh Powell’s NBA Celebrity Weekend, Willie Parker’s NFL Celebrity Weekend, Women’s Empowerment, Dante Culpepper’s NFL Celebrity Weekend, The Bimbe’ Cultural Arts Festival, North Carolina Central University’s Homecoming, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical University’s Homecoming, and The Black Business Expo.

A decade of experience and a vast education, coupled with a vibrant personality and positive attitude makes Brian a well trained and seasoned individual who will continue to impact the entertainment industry on a variety of different levels.

This past Saturday, Kid DJ Sensation Chase Dawson gave the fans some excitement when they entered into the building. He was located in the main concourse while spinning top 40 hits for people until the game started. Crowds swarmed him with pictures and dances to the hottest hits! He later accompanied DJ Complete right before […]

With it going on the 3rd episode of the new hit show on Fox, “Empire,” has its audience glued in on what will happen next as the second episode left us with a cliff hanger…. What do you think will happen? What do you think Cookie did? Comment below with your thoughts… Related Stories: Yes […]

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Today, Wade Banner celebrates his birthday!! Celebrate with him tonight at Solas as we bring the Capricorn season to a close. The Ultimate Capricorn Birthday Bash!!!! It will be another #GoodLifeFridaySolas Get on the guest list- partywithBD.eventbrite.com. Related Stories: Happy Birthday Usher!! FREE Usher Mix By Wade Banner Happy Birthday R. Kelly! {Listen To Wade […]

Tonight, the Cleveland and the Clippers go head to head… Who you got? Related Stories: Brian Dawson Coaches 5th Grade Basketball Team!! Elton Brand Gives Donation to Carolina Elite AAU Basketball Team! Text “K975” To 52140 for your chance at ticket giveaways and news before anyone else!…Standard Messaging Rates Apply LIKE K97.5 On Facebook To […]

The season premier of “The Game” aired on BET last night. What are your thoughts? Related Stories: BET Brings Back ‘The Game’ for Another Season of Drama Brandy Discusses New Album, “Self-Reflecting,” Whitney Houston, ‘The Game’ on ‘Arsenio’ Text “K975” To 52140 for your chance at ticket giveaways and news before anyone else!…Standard Messaging Rates […]

Brian Dawson interviewed one of the hottest R&B singers today…. Sevyn Streeter. Listen below! Related Stories: MUSIC ROUNDUP: Listen To Jazmine Sullivan’s Reality Show; Sevyn Streeter & Breezy Reunite & More Sevyn Streeter Dishes On Her Relationship With B.o.B Text “K975” To 52140 for your chance at ticket giveaways and news before anyone else!…Standard Messaging […]

Many people are affiliated with the Divine 9 Greek Organizations. Tuesday, the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated celebrated their founder’s day, and today the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated are celebrating their founder’s day. Happy founders day to both sororities!!! The celebration will take place this Friday at Solas {419 Glenwood […]

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It’s going down tonight at NC State! Who do you have winning the game tonight? UNC??? or NC STATE??? Related Stories: Best All Time College Basketball Slam Dunks VIDEO: Obama Does Play-By-Play For College Basketball Game Text “K975” To 52140 for your chance at ticket giveaways and news before anyone else!…Standard Messaging Rates Apply LIKE […]

Tonight, the second episode of Empire airs on Fox network. What do you rate the show? Who is your favorite character thus far? Related Stories: Oh Really: 50 Cent Wants To Appear On Empire! The ‘Empire’ Soundtrack Is Available On Spotify Text “K975” To 52140 for your chance at ticket giveaways and news before anyone […]

SALUTE THE DJ ARTIST SHOWCASE & PANEL The iTeam DJs in association with Fleet DJs and Mp3waxx presents the Salute The DJ Artist Showcase & Panel. This event will bring the DJs and Artists together to network and discuss improving relations amongst the Carolina music scene. The showcase will take place Saturday, January 17, 2015 […]