Barry Mason
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What is your all time favorite R&B Song?

Look Over Your Shoulder, by the Escorts

What's your favorite Movie?

Cooley High

What's your favorite Book?

Make Me Wanna Holla by Nathan McCall

What was your greatest accomplishment?

Working with the legendary disc jockey Eddie O'Jay

What should people know about you?

I believe one should lead by example. You should open the doors of opportunity for those who come behind you.

Who inspired you?

God, My parents, Frankie Crocker

What was your first job?

Continuity announcer at a radio station

Persistence, dedication and determination are the most important tools to success. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Barry, the Maestro, Mason like his parents, always had an interest in music. His father, a gospel musician, gave Barry a bass guitar and he created a singing group at the age of fourteen. His passion for music and entertainment lead him to Brooklyn College, where he majored in Television and Radio Broadcasting.

After college Barry perfected his skills in broadcasting and engineering while working at WNYE, WNWK, WHBI and WWRL in New York. His determinations lead him to Connecticut where he was an air personality on the 7pm to midnight shift at WNHC.

Throughout his career Barry has displayed his versatility, which includes mix DJ, engineer, producer and air personality. He also host his own weekly television show. A hard worker at his craft, he strives for perfection in all he does.