Philadelphia's radio landscape has lost its beloved voice in rock, Pierre Robert, a stalwart figure who breathed life into 93.3 WMMR for an impressive 44 years as a DJ. Born William Pierre Robert in California in 1955, he began his broadcasting career on a San Francisco progressive rock station before finding his true home with WMMR.
Robert's daily show was a staple of the city's airwaves, from 11 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday. He brought laughter and camaraderie to listeners as they tuned in each morning. With his signature "Great day in the morning!" greeting, Robert set the tone for an entertaining ride, often punctuated by self-deprecating jokes about his tardiness and sports ignorance ("the boys in blue"). A playlist that dared to take risks was a hallmark of his style.
But beyond the humor, Robert's passion shone through as he championed local artists. Fans of Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Hall & Oates, the Hooters, and Beru Revue knew they had found an ally in Pierre. His dedication to supporting hometown bands was unwavering, regardless of their level of fame.
In a heartfelt tribute, Jon Bon Jovi described Robert's spirit: "He didn’t care if you were the fad or the fashion of the moment. He just cared." The Offspring echoed this sentiment, stating that what made Robert great was his genuine love for music. As an on-air personality, he was first and foremost a music fan, and listeners felt it.
Beyond his playlists, Robert took listeners on a trip through rock & roll history in his "On This Day" segment. He'd delve into the concert calendar, listing off who played where in Philly on any given day – preserving the past while honoring those who came before.
The city honored its beloved DJ by projecting his image onto the Xfinity Mobile Arena sign ahead of a Bryan Adams concert, with "In Loving Memory" emblazoned above it.
For Philadelphians, Robert's voice was more than just a broadcast; it was home. And in writing tribute after tribute, we're reminded that his legacy will live on – a testament to the kind of kindness and generosity that Pierre Robert embodied every day as "the Voice of Rock Radio."
Robert's daily show was a staple of the city's airwaves, from 11 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday. He brought laughter and camaraderie to listeners as they tuned in each morning. With his signature "Great day in the morning!" greeting, Robert set the tone for an entertaining ride, often punctuated by self-deprecating jokes about his tardiness and sports ignorance ("the boys in blue"). A playlist that dared to take risks was a hallmark of his style.
But beyond the humor, Robert's passion shone through as he championed local artists. Fans of Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Hall & Oates, the Hooters, and Beru Revue knew they had found an ally in Pierre. His dedication to supporting hometown bands was unwavering, regardless of their level of fame.
In a heartfelt tribute, Jon Bon Jovi described Robert's spirit: "He didn’t care if you were the fad or the fashion of the moment. He just cared." The Offspring echoed this sentiment, stating that what made Robert great was his genuine love for music. As an on-air personality, he was first and foremost a music fan, and listeners felt it.
Beyond his playlists, Robert took listeners on a trip through rock & roll history in his "On This Day" segment. He'd delve into the concert calendar, listing off who played where in Philly on any given day – preserving the past while honoring those who came before.
The city honored its beloved DJ by projecting his image onto the Xfinity Mobile Arena sign ahead of a Bryan Adams concert, with "In Loving Memory" emblazoned above it.
For Philadelphians, Robert's voice was more than just a broadcast; it was home. And in writing tribute after tribute, we're reminded that his legacy will live on – a testament to the kind of kindness and generosity that Pierre Robert embodied every day as "the Voice of Rock Radio."
what's gonna happen now? Philly radio landscape is already so empty without him. 
I mean, WMMR was his jam, his baby... he brought the city together with his daily show. His playlists were fire, and the way he championed local artists was genuine. I loved how he'd poke fun at himself, it made you feel like you're hangin' out with an old buddy. The fact that Jon Bon Jovi and The Offspring spoke so highly of him just solidifies his legacy. He's not just a DJ, he's a part of Philly's history... 
. As much as I loved his rockin' personality, it's like he was a symbol of an era 
. Think about it, the 80s and 90s were all about supporting local artists and keeping it real 
. It's like the government is slowly chipping away at that spirit with its increasing regulations and corporate influence 
. We need more Pierre Roberts in our airwaves, folks! They're not making it easy for us to discover new music or find our own voice 
. It's a tough time to be a fan, but I'm holding out hope that the spirit of Pierre Robert will live on 
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... 44 years is a looong time, I get it. but honestly, Pierre Robert's style was getting super cringeworthy towards the end - those awful Bon Jovi jokes were becoming a bit too much 
and his whole "great day in the morning" thing? please, sounds like something a try-hard DJ would do 
, but let's be real, we can all write a nice obituary for someone who wasn't exactly breaking new ground in their field 
. I remember when he'd play Bon Jovi on his show, everyone would be like "oh no, not another time! 
" but it was always in a good way. I wish our school could organize something similar to honor the memory of their favorite DJ. We should have a special playlist or even a mini tribute event 
. Anyway, his legacy is an inspiration to us all and I'm sure he'd want us to keep rocking on 
. His passion for music and the community is what made his show so special - not just the jokes (although, oh man, I loved those!). But seriously, the fact that he took the time to support local artists and just genuinely loved music... that's something we can all learn from 
. It's no wonder Jon Bon Jovi said it was all about his love for music, because that's exactly what it was - a labor of love 
! 44 years is crazy impressive! What an amazing legacy he left behind 
Like, what's going on here? They're saying goodbye to Pierre Robert, the OG DJ from Philly, but I think there's more to it than meets the eye. Think about it, his show was a staple for 44 years and now he's just "gone" like that? No explanation, no hint of what really happened? 
And they're talking about how much he loved local artists, but I wonder if there was more to it than that... Was he just covering up something? 
Maybe his playlists were just a way to distract from the real story. And don't even get me started on Jon Bon Jovi's tribute - sounds like a PR stunt to me! 
he was literally the best radio DJ ever... i used to love listening to him on 93.3 WMMR during lunch breaks in school 
his passion for music was so infectious and made me wanna explore more rock bands 
. I'm gonna miss waking up to his "Great day in the morning!" 
. His love for local artists and music fans was infectious, and his playlists were always on point 
. His dedication to supporting local bands was inspiring, and we'll miss him dearly 
. And his sense of humor... oh man, he could roast himself just as good as anyone else! The "Great day in the morning!" still gives me a chuckle 
It's crazy how much we'll miss his daily show now that he's gone... 
Those 'Great day in the morning!' vibes will never get old 
he had this way of makin' u feel like ur part of somethin special every time u tuned in. his playlist was always on point, but it wasnt just about playin music it was about sharin the love for local artists & keepin it real 