Recognized by her head of curls as much as for her thought-provoking and informative commentary, Carols objective is to write pieces that excite, inspire and stimulate. While others follow trends, I stay with the classics. This is the first and longest running radio dance party in the nation, now celebrating 44 years. Thats how it has been ever since a 27-year-old Pantano stopped playing disco hits at WCAM-AM in Camden and joined the blossoming disco format at WCAU-FM later to become WOGL and within weeks debuted his Saturday Night Dance Party on Feb. 12, 1977. Pantano, who last year was immortalized with a plaque on the Philadelphia Music Alliances Walk of Fame along South Broad Street in Center City, may have been off by a couple thousand weeks in his estimation of his shows staying power, but hes certain he understands why his Saturday nights have been booked since. CBS RADIO also owns and operates WPHT-AM, WIP-FM/AM and KYW-AM in Philadelphia. It can be Motown, it can be the Philly sound, it can be disco, 80s, 90s, as long as it will motivate people to go on the dance floor and sound great on the radio., We play everything from The Temptations and Four Tops to the Sound of Philadelphia; we play Madonna and Whitney Houston and Prince and Michael Jackson. Bob Pantano's 35th Anniversary Saturday Night Dance Party is presented by Adelphia Restaurant and Lounge: Home of the Bob Pantano Dance Party, and Cherry Hill Classic Jaguar--on Route 70, the classiest cars on the road. In the 1970s the long-time dance party host made his debut as DJ in nightclubs and working radio in 1971 on WCAM in Camden, NJ. CRW: What are your feelings on how disco changed the music landscape? Hear Dance Party Hits 24/7 Starring Bob Pantano, The Host Of The Original Saturday Night Dance Party. Tune in to the longest running "Saturday Night" dance party heard on 98.1 HD 2 in Philadelphia - Bob Pantano Dance Party Radio &. But what causes Pantano to swell with pride is that his fan base is multi-generational. I look over and hes on the floor. It isnt hyperbole for Pantano to boast that his throwback bash is something rare. He has established himself a star that stays in touch with what his fans want hosting with his special mix of dance music, that includes more than just the disco, to spark dance fun. 20 E. Pennington St. 882-0400. Theres not as much hustle in my Hustle.. Sunday - 11am to 9pm. Thursday - 11am to 10pm. Bob's knack for playing the best record hop tunes of the 60s along with the dance club classics of the 70s & 80s has made him a celebrity in the Delaware Valley. Format. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. In subsequent years, the program claimed multiple home bases, including such SJ rooms as the Crazy Horse Saloon in Barrington, the West L.A. Cafe in Cherry Hill and Resorts casino in Atlantic City. For over 40 years Bob Pantanohas been igniting enthusiasm for dance as host of the nations groundbreaking and sustaining radio show promoting dance party fever. Wednesday - 11am to 10pm. She writes in her quest to spread wisdoms about all pertaining to life and style including news, fashion, home, entertainment, beauty, technology, high profile interviews, reviews and more. All rights reserved. How Can I Obtain Cruise Marketing Materials? I also would one day soon like to go to Italy. Hear Why KC Loves the Ultimate Disco Cruise! 35.177.75.23 CRW: Are you excited to be part of a disco cruise? While the majority in attendance appeared to be those on the older end of the Baby Boom generation, there were enough Gen Xers and Millennials to make their presence unexceptional. 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Thats why Doug Morano puts on his dancing shoes. I invite you to join the group. At the time, I kind of resurrected a lot of past DJs careers when they started playing my sound as I was playing their sound. Everybodys happy. CRW: Do you see disco making a resurgence to excite a new generation to want to dance? In 1977 the radio host established his live-radio program, Saturday Night Dance Party, on Philadelphias 98.1 WOGL FM. Bob Pantano, a South Philadelphia native, started spinning at the record hops in the late 1960s and then the nightclubs in the 70s. Her feet must ache like crazy at 2 a.m. Bob Pantano, a South Philadelphia native, started spinning at the record hops in the late 1960s and then the nightclubs in the '70s. Bob's show has moved exclusively to WOGL-HD2 and it's stream. 17 Nov 2016. Bob pioneered the live-radio broadcast, The Saturday Night Dance Party, in 1977, which airs every Saturday night live from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. and has enthralled and entertained Philadelphia audiences with its upbeat dance music. The massive pier complex has been bringingshoregoersan entirely different experience since its opening earlier this summer. ", Vice President/General Manager Jim Loftus added, "For 35 years, people from all around the Delaware Valley have enjoyed Bob Pantano's Saturday Night Dance Party. The guys. I have been blessed by the best music we have had. Traffic was backed up from Broad Street.. The only difference is that Im no longer as smooth on the dance floor. For the longevity of my career, I figured Id be better off doing the dance parties, he says. We are especially proud of and appreciative to Bob for all he has done for CBS Radio and 98.1 WOGL and we join his legions of listeners and dancers in wishing him many more years of packed dance floors, spinning disco balls and fun dance parties.". Additional hosts and programming will be announced in the coming weeks, Audacy said. Seaport Pier features several bars and restaurants, direct access to the beach, and a large 40-by 80-foot pool in an exclusive area reserved for members. For the first five years, the show emanated from the long-shuttered Library disco in Philly and aired on WCAU-FM (98.1, now WOGL), which had switched to a disco-music format as the genre started to explode here and across the country. Call Now! It is fitting that this man who encourages dance joy, along with helping society, be awarded. Plus the entire WOGL airstaff will be on hand with other legendary radio and TV personalities, sports celebrities, public officials, and the best dancers from the greater Philadelphia region. He came over to me, Hey, Bob, good to see you, and Im broadcasting on the radio and suddenly I hear this thump. Di Paolo's 28 South Broad Street Penns Grove, NJ 08069 (856) 299-4645 Starting at 6 PM Location. Aqua Net freezes some big hairstyles in 1979. Bob Pantano can count on one hand how many Saturday nights he's spent at home over the last 40 years. Elvis is dead.. Our private events team will work closely with you and will personally attend to every detail to create a memorable experience. Bob Pantano is the host of the Saturday Night Dance Party in Philadelphia on 98.1 WOGL FM. Pantano, 66, schmoozes with a DJs charm. Weekly Schedule. Keeping his ear to the ground for the next popular beat. Starting at 6:30pm. The high is that the Saturday dance party is cheery and upbeat, just leave your cares at the door and boogie. It's Saturday night at Adelphia, Feb. 27, a very big night for Bob Pantano's dance party. A Saturday night mixshow on a classic hits station that has been on the air for 45 years is being relegated to the HD2. The proclamations that spotlight his charitable causes. In 2007 Bob was inducted into the Temple University School of Communications and Theater Hall of Fame and received a sidewalk plaque on the Wildwood Avenue of the Stars. Latin Casino was 'Showplace of the Stars', www.facebook.com/Adelphia-Restaurant-Nightclub-172487459469282/, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. At 61, hes partial to Motown. Carol Ruth Weber: Did you always want to be a DJ before hitting the scene in the 1960s? There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Contact Data. Its possible well need a theater. The Saturday Night Dance Party is an award winning Philadelphia tradition broadcast live on 98.1 WOGL and simulcast on 96.1 WTTH at the Jersey Shore. BP: The excitement of going to work every night and making people happy making them smile and dance. Subscribe for the latest on South Jersey dining, weekend entertainment, the Shore and much more - sent directly to your inbox. Bob Pantano is the host of the Saturday Night Dance Party in Philadelphia on 98.1 WOGL. (Bartelloalso will be hosting a Dance Party at Seaport Pier on Saturday Nights). UPDATE: U.S. Navy Likely Source of Sonic Boom, Tremors, Ocean City Takes New Steps to Target Rowdy Juveniles, How Boba Tea and Authentic Vietnamese Came to Cape May County, CM Approves Six Ornamental Arches on Promenade, Passed-Out Couple Charged With Drug Distribution, UPDATE: Defendant in Fatal Hit-and-Run to Remain in Jail Pretrial, Court House Man Faces Child Pornography Charges, Gov. No credit card needed. Complete schedule of all Bob Pantano events atwww.bobpantano.com. Are there any spouters that believe in alerting or destroying that monument? I started playing at dances and mixers at the college and received a great response. Listen Live HERE! To illustrate, he notes a conversation that occurred last year on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Dance Party. Murphy Signs Bill Establishing New Jersey Siblings Bill of Rights, Dead Whales Heat Up Controversy Over Offshore Wind. The crowd is heavy with dancers in their 50s and 60s. Communities need trustworthy reporting, but good journalism isnt free. Here it's been going on for 41 years.". Advertise your company with us and get 24/7 visibility! Bob Pantano Live Streaming 24/7. AZ STIXX. Pantano began his love of bringing music to the masses in the late 1960s working his magic spinning at record hops. 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