High on energy

MANILA, Philippines - Since it was re-launched two years ago, Energy-FM 106.7 has been the flagship radio station of Ultrasonic Broadcasting System, with branches nationwide — Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

Keeping its current brood of celebrity DJs updated with the latest music, news and reports, Energy-FM has attracted a growing legion of loyal listeners patronizing its unique brand of entertainment. The station is owned by Becca Sy, with Christopher Ongpin as general manager.

Leading the Enerjocks of Energy-FM during Mondays to Fridays is DJ Simon, who keeps the graveyard shift throbbing with his infectious music and laughter (1 to 5 a.m.). Listeners forget about sleep when tuned in to him. His program delves into blind items in D’ Who? and local riddles in D’What and An’Sabeeyy, which come from listeners.

Dyolas sa Umaga (5 to 8 a.m.) with Baby James Kulas and Dyosabelle keeps it light and entertains listeners with an informative and interactive program, featuring top hits, current events, showbiz news and sports. Together, they bring their natural rapport to their audience.

Ang Taga Bulabog ng Buong Universe highlights the return of Mr. Fu to Energy-FM, with his engaging interaction with listeners, hilarious comments on love problems and showbiz stories. The morning program (8 to 11 a.m.) features unique segments like Showbiz Fu, a rundown of the latest showbiz stories; Chorvahin Mo ‘To, a survey question of the day; Sabi, which tackles interesting tips on how to attract good fortune; Owkrayan Na, about love advice; and I-Emote Mo ‘Yan, where a listener narrates his/her problem and gets a simple reward.

Mr. and Mrs. Pangga (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) is the first and only reality show about couples on local radio, hosted by DJ Mac and Cathy G. It features daily debates between men and women regarding situations, problems or anything that concerns both dating and married relationships.

Energy Lovelines (1 to 3 p.m.) has been the station’s top-rated program since 2008, dealing with all kinds of problems related to love, friendship and family. Roadtrip with Pangga (3 to 6 p.m.) delivers fun and surprises to listeners in random areas, with Deliciosa and Choupaski.

DJs from Luzon to Mindanao bring an uptempo beat to boost your energy during rush hour traffic in Visdak ni Pangga (6 to 7 p.m.), followed by Lady Tijuana, the latest addition to the energetic brood of Enerjocks in Naughtijuana Nights (7 to 9 p.m.). She also goes on board on Saturdays (11 p.m. to 2 a.m.). Stallion Prince Bruce Romano stays up late in Angasan at Jammingan (9 p.m. to 1 a.m.).

Weekends are always upbeat on Energy-FM. On Saturdays, jazz prince Richard Merk leads the line-up of DJs as he keeps listeners entertained. One of the country’s music icons, Richard shares the story of his life, music and career in Words and Music (3 to 6 p.m.). Featured guest artists are actors, composers and singers who blend with a mix of yesterday and today’s hits.

Boni Bonnevie keeps early morning risers company with OPM music mix and comedy antics in Bakya at Tsinelas (3 to 6 a.m.), followed by DJ Simon delivering a dose of the best sound from the ‘80s, both foreign and local in Back to the ‘80s (6 to 9 a.m.).

Choupaski keeps the weekend energy throbbing with his Choufacebook, an online interaction with listeners in Hot Connection (9 a.m. to 12 noon). Deliciosa’s regular afternoon mix of mellow music from the ‘80s to the present follows in Sabado Delight (12 noon to 3 p.m.).

Dyosa ng mga Saging goes naughty and sexy in Oh My Goddess (6 to 9 p.m.), followed by Money Talks, with personal finance coach, resource person and entrepreneur Randell Tiongson. He offers practical, applicable, useful tips and advices on dealing with finances.

Every Sunday, Jukebox Hits from the ‘70s to the ‘90s kicks off the day (3 to 6 a.m.), followed by Oldies But Goodies with veteran DJ Kenji who extends his knowledge about what’s playing (6 to 10 a.m.). Brother Joe goes on board with Boy Jam (10 a.m. to 12 noon), followed by Sunday Mellow-Dy (12 noon to 2 p.m.) with BJ playing mellow mixes for a relaxing afternoon.

The days winds up with Diva Generosa (2 to 5 p.m.) and Radio Active Countdown (5 to 8 p.m.) with a rundown of the week’s most requested songs, featuring OPM, foreign tunes, K-pop hits, new artists, top tunes and flashback from the ‘80s to the 2000’s.

Then listen to four hours of the best Christian music in Saved on Energy (8 p.m. to midnight), as you lift your spirits up and recharge your soul with songs of praise before starting another busy week ahead.