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{{Short description|Defunct radio station in Metro Manila, Philippines}}
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{{Infobox radio station
| name                = MOR 101.9
| callsign            = DWRR-FM
| logo                = MOR 101.9 Logo 2018.svg
| logo_caption        = Final Logo of MOR 101.9 Manila
| city                = [[Quezon City]]
| country             = PH
| area                = [[Mega Manila]] and surrounding areas<br>Worldwide (online and [[The Filipino Channel]])
| branding            = MOR 101.9 My Only Radio For Life! Manila
| airdate             = 1956
| last_airdate        = May 5, 2020 ([[ABS-CBN franchise renewal controversy|legislative franchise lapsed]])
| frequency           = 101.9 ([[FM broadcasting#Stereo FM|Multiplex FM Stereo]]) {{HD Radio}}
{{plainlist|
* <small>101.9 [[Megahertz|MHz]] ([[HD-Radio|HD Radio]])</small>
* <small>101.9-2 FM Hits ([[HD-Radio|HD Radio]])</small>
* <small>101.9-3 FM Easy Listening Hits ([[HD-Radio|HD Radio]])</small>
}}
| language            = [[Filipino language|Filipino]]
| licensing_authority = [[National Telecommunications Commission|NTC]]
| power               = 25,000 [[watt]]s (On operational: 22,500 watts)
| erp                 = 56,250 [[watt]]s; Max ERP dedicated: 100–180+ KW
| class               = B, C, D, E
| callsign_meaning    = '''R'''adio '''R'''omance (former branding)
| former_callsigns    = {{plainlist|
* DZYL-FM (1956–1960)
* DZYK (1960–1972)
* DWWK (1973–1984)
* DWOK (1984–1986)
* DWKO (1986–1987)
* DZOO (1987–1989)
}}
| former_frequencies = 102.1 MHz (1956–1968)
| network            = [[MOR Philippines]]
| owner              = [[ABS-CBN Corporation]] (1956–1972, 1986–2020) <br> [[Banahaw Broadcasting Corporation]] (1973–1986)
| operator           = Mars Ocampo<br>(Station Manager)
| sister_stations    = [[DZMM|DZMM Radyo Patrol 630]] <small>(now owned by [[Philippine Collective Media Corporation|PCMC]])</small> <br> [[DWWX-TV|ABS-CBN 2]] <br> [[DWAC-TV|S+A 23]]
| coordinates        = {{coord|14|38|22.9|N|121|02|13.1|E|display=DWRR-FM}}
}}

'''DWRR-FM''' (pronounced as DW-double-R; 101.9  [[FM broadcasting|FM Stereo]]), broadcasting as '''MOR 101.9''', was a commercial [[radio station]] owned by [[ABS-CBN Corporation]] and previously operated by the Manila Radio division and the [[Star Cinema|Star Creatives Group]]. Broadcast live throughout the [[Philippines|Philippine]] archipelago, and throughout the world via [[The Filipino Channel]] (TFC), it was the flagship FM station of [[MOR Philippines]] and the number 1 FM radio station in Metro Manila, Mega Manila as well as the entire Philippines according to KBP Radio Research Council.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://radioonlinenow.com/tag/kbp-radio-research-council/|title = KBP Radio Research Council}}</ref> The studios were located at [[ABS-CBN Broadcasting Center]], Sgt. Esguerra Ave., corner Mo. Ignacia Ave., Diliman, [[Quezon City]], and the station's 22.5 [[kilowatt|kW]] FM stereo transmitter was located at the Eugenio Lopez Center, Santa Cruz, Sumulong Highway, [[Antipolo]], [[Rizal (province)|Rizal]].

DWRR was founded in 1956 as one of the radio stations of Chronicle Broadcasting Network (now ABS-CBN). It was revived in 1986 and reformatted several times. On May 5, 2020, it suspended its broadcasting activities, together with that of its television and sister radio stations, following a cease-and-desist order issued by the [[National Telecommunications Commission]] due to the [[ABS-CBN franchise renewal controversy|expiration of ABS-CBN's legislative franchise]] to operate.<ref name="ABS-CBN off the air after NTC order">{{cite web|title=ABS-CBN to go off air in compliance with NTC order|url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/05/05/20/abs-cbn-to-go-off-air-in-compliance-with-ntc-order|access-date=May 5, 2020|newspaper=ABS-CBN News|date=May 5, 2020}}</ref> The online radio permanently ceased operations on August 28, 2020, as a result of a franchise denial made by the [[House of Representatives of the Philippines|House of Representatives]] on July 10, 2020.<ref name="morsignsoff">{{cite web|url=https://mb.com.ph/2020/07/16/ces-drilon-among-abs-cbn-layoffs-mor-101-9-signs-off/|title=Ces Drilon among ABS-CBN layoffs; MOR 101.9 signs off|first=Gabriela|last=Baron|work=Manila Bulletin|date=July 16, 2020|access-date=July 17, 2020}}</ref><ref name="House committee denies ABS-CBN a new franchise">{{cite web|title=House committee denies ABS-CBN a new franchise|url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/07/10/20/house-committee-denies-abs-cbn-a-new-franchise|access-date=July 10, 2020|newspaper=ABS-CBN News|date=July 10, 2020}}</ref>

==History==
===DZYL-FM/DZYK-FM (1956–1972)===<!-- NO NEED to specify the whole name. Same as the others below. -->
DZYL-FM 102 MHz, later renamed DZYK-FM 102.1 MHz, was the first FM radio station in the Philippines and the sole FM outlet of the former Chronicle Broadcasting Network (CBN). Established in 1956, it featured the latest music of the time and was staffed by eight [[Disc jockey|DJ]]s who helped popularize the station in the [[Metro Manila|Greater Manila]] area. In 1957, CBN acquired Alto Broadcasting System (ABS), leading to a merger under Bolinao Electronics Corporation, which was renamed ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation in 1967. In 1968, DZYK-FM shifted to 101.9 MHz.

===DWWK-FM/OK 101 (1973–1986)===
DZYK-FM remained ABS-CBN’s FM radio station until 1972, when President [[Ferdinand Marcos]] declared [[Martial law under Ferdinand Marcos|martial law]] and ordered the shutdown of all ABS-CBN stations, including two TV channels and six AM radio stations in Manila, under [[censorship]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=G.R. No. 133347 |url=http://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/jurisprudence/2008/october2008/133347.htm |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141104054054/http://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/jurisprudence/2008/october2008/133347.htm |archive-date=November 4, 2014 |access-date=December 17, 2024}}</ref> In 1973, the FM station was taken over by [[Banahaw Broadcasting Corporation]] and rebranded as DWWK-FM. From 1979 to 1984,<ref>{{cite web |last= |first= |date=May 23, 2020 |title=Jazz the way you are |url=https://tribune.net.ph/index.php/2020/05/23/jazz-the-way-you-are/ |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200916024843/https://tribune.net.ph/index.php/2020/05/23/jazz-the-way-you-are/ |archive-date=September 16, 2020 |access-date=August 25, 2021 |work=Daily Tribune}}</ref>  DWWK-FM gained recognition for its [[jazz]] format and was staffed by notable personalities such as Jing Magsaysay, Wayne Enage, Ed Picson, Dody Lacuna, Ronnie Malig, Pinky Villarama, and Ronnie Quintos. In 1984, it was rebranded as DWOK-FM, the first FM station to adopt an AM-style format, featuring news, public service programs, and nostalgic music. Renowned broadcaster [[Helen Vela]] also joined DWOK with her counseling program ''[[Lovingly Yours, Helen]]''.

===Knock Out Radio (1986–1987)===
During the 1986 [[People Power Revolution]], reformist rebels stormed government-controlled radio and TV stations, leading to the dissolution of DWOK, [[DWAN-AM|DWAN]](formerly DWWA), and BBC-2. Following the fall of the Marcos regime, the newly formed Presidential Commission on Good Governance returned DWOK and DWWW (630 kHz) to ABS-CBN in July. DWOK changed its callsign to DWKO and resumed test broadcasts on July 16, led by Lito Balquiedra Jr., Vice-President for Radio, who spearheaded the network’s return to local airwaves. Former disc jockey [[Peter Musñgi]]— then known as Peter Rabbit— became the network’s voice-over artist and introduced the station’s new slogan, “Panalo Ka Talaga!” Sister station [[DZMM|DZMM 630]] launched its broadcasts the following week.

The network began recruiting both seasoned professionals and new talent as it prepared for a full relaunch. On September 14, 1986, following its test broadcast phase, DWKO-FM was officially relaunched as '''Knock-Out Radio 101.9''', the first FM station in the country to adopt an AM-style format. Operating daily from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., the station featured the latest Pinoy hits by artists such as [[Rico J. Puno]], [[Yoyoy Villame]], and [[APO Hiking Society]], along with rising [[Music of the Philippines|OPM]] stars like [[Gary Valenciano]], [[Regine Velasquez]], [[Janno Gibbs]], and [[Donna Cruz]]. It also played classic Filipino [[Christmas music|Christmas song]]s. On the same day, [[DWWX-TV|ABS-CBN Channel 2]] resumed television broadcasts. At the time, ABS-CBN’s stations were collectively branded as the Star Network.

DWKO-FM ended its broadcasts on February 28, 1987, marking one of the station's shortest-lived iterations, lasting just under five months.

===Zoo FM (1987–1989)===
The following day, on March 1, 1987, the station rebranded as '''Zoo FM 101.9''' (DZOO-FM, read as D-Z-double O-FM), adopting a new diamond logo and a slightly upbeat pop sound. The station's jingles were produced by [[JAM Creative Productions]], and its slogan became “''Hayop Talaga!''” It was staffed by a team of eight DJs, including George Boone, Jeremiah Jr., Bob Curry, Bill O'Brien, Andy Santillan (aka Dave Ryan, later known as “The Unbeatable”), and Joe Monkey. Zoo FM played a mix of [[disco]], top 40 hits, and OPM favorites from artists like [[Gary Valenciano|Gary V]], [[Randy Santiago]], [[Regine Velasquez]], [[Ogie Alcasid]], and [[Sharon Cuneta]], especially following the implementation of [http://www.lawphil.net/executive/execord/eo1987/eo_255_1987.html Executive Order No. 255] by President [[Corazon Aquino]].

Zoo FM’s competitors included The Giant 97.1 WLS-FM (now [[DWLS|Barangay LS 97.1]]), 99.5 RT (now [[DWRT-FM|99.5 Play FM]], later [[DWRT-FM|XFM]]), [[DWTM|Magic 89.]][[DWTM|9]], [[DZMZ|89 DMZ]] (now [[DWAV|Wave 89.1]], later [[DWAV|Adventist World Radio]]), and [[NU 107]] (now [[DWNU|Wish 1075]]). Despite ABS-CBN’s resurgence, which had made it the dominant TV network by 1988, WLS-FM’s ratings success ultimately led to the end of the Zoo FM format. At midnight on July 15, 1989, the station signed off for the final time, playing “Farewell” by [[Raymond Lauchengco]].

===Radio Romance (1989–1996)===
At 6:00 a.m. on July 16, 1989, the station was rebranded as '''101.9 Radio Romance''' (RR), focusing on easy-listening love songs, with the exception of a Sunday OPM program. Initially staffed entirely by female DJs, including [[Amy Perez]], it became the first FM station to use [[compact disc]]s for originating [[playlist]]s, marking a significant technological leap. That same year, the station achieved its first nationwide reach when [[DZRR|103.1 MHz]] [[DZRR|in Baguio]] began simulcasting its signal, offering uninterrupted coverage for travelers from Manila to as far north as Ilocos Sur. By the early 1990s, Radio Romance expanded its reach nationwide via satellite. The station's theme song, also titled ''Radio Romance'', was composed by [[Jose Mari Chan]] and later inspired a movie. 

The station signed off for the last time in September 1996.

===WRR 101.9 (1996–2009)===
In September 1996, DWRR relaunched as '''WRR 101.9''', a [[Middle of the road (music)|mainstream pop]] station, and became the first FM station to broadcast entirely in [[Filipino language|Filipino]] to compete with English-language rivals such as [[GMA Network]]'s [[DWLS|Campus Radio 97.1 WLS]], [[DWTM|Magic 89.9]] and [[DWRT-FM|99.5 RT]]. Prior to this, all FM stations were English-based. By the end of the year, all ABS-CBN FM stations had switched to native languages. WRR 101.9’s initial slogan was All the Hits, All the Time! On November 2, 1998, it adopted the tagline For Life! (borrowed from its Cebu [[DYLS-FM|co]][[DYLS-FM|unterpart]]), emphasizing the station’s role in enhancing listeners’ daily lives.

In late 1999, the station moved its transmitting equipment from the ABS-CBN Broadcast Center to a new tower at the Eugenio Lopez Center in Antipolo, in line with the upgrade of the [[Millennium Transmitter]].

In July 2005, the WRR brand was dropped and the station introduced the slogan ''Alam Mo Na 'Yan!'' (You Already Know It!). This was later replaced by ''Bespren!'' (Best friend!) in November 2008.

On September 19, 2009, the station aired its final broadcast under the 101.9 For Life! brand before transitioning to automated music for a planned rebrand on October 1, 2009. However, due to [[Typhoon Ketsana|Typhoon Ondoy (Ketsana)]], the relaunch was delayed by a month. During this time, the station temporarily went by ''ABS-CBN 101.9 FM'' or simply ''101.9'' and resumed live DJ spiels without any branding or slogans.

===Tambayan (2009–2013)===
[[File:Tambayan1019.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Former logo of Tambayan 101.9, November 4, 2009 – May 2013.]]
[[File:DWRR-FM101.9Logos.png|thumb|right|200px|Logos used by Tambayan TV when the station was named as 101.9 in 2013]]

At 9:00 PM on November 4, 2009, an audiovisual presentation on DWRR’s history was followed by the station’s relaunch as '''Tambayan 101.9''' (Tagalog for “hangout”). The rebrand debuted with a theme song and live event in Makati. The station also launched ''Tambayan TV'', a 24/7 online video stream showing DJs live in the booth, along with information plugs like ''Tambayan’s Slumbook'' and filler content during ad breaks, similar to DZMM Teleradyo.

The station was simultaneously launched on [[HD Radio]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=New name, direction: Tambayan 101.9 – INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos. Retrieved on Nov. 4, 2009 |url=http://showbizandstyle.inquirer.net/entertainment/entertainment/view/20091104-234254/New-name-direction-Tambayan-1019 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091111111747/http://showbizandstyle.inquirer.net/entertainment/entertainment/view/20091104-234254/New-name-direction-Tambayan-1019 |archive-date=November 11, 2009 |access-date=December 18, 2009}}</ref>

In mid-May 2013, the ''Tambayan'' brand was dropped, reverting briefly to ''101.9'' as part of another transition phase.

===MOR For Life! (2013–2020)===
[[File:MOR1019logo2014.png|thumb|right|200px|Former logo of MOR 101.9, January 1, 2014 – 2017]]

At midnight on July 8, 2013, 101.9 FM rebranded as '''MOR 101.9 My Only Radio For Life!'''.<ref>[http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/video/entertainment/07/07/13/1019-life-launches-new-radio-station-jingle/ 101.9 For Life launches new radio station jingle] ABS-CBN News. Retrieved July 7, 2013</ref>  Regular programming began at 5:00 AM with DJs Joco Loco, Maki Rena, and Eva Ronda. Returning were DJs from both WRR 101.9 (''Toni, China Heart, Reggie Valdez, Martin D., Geri'') and Tambayan 101.9 (''Charlie, Jasmin, Popoy, Bea, Chacha, Onse''). The rebrand unified ABS-CBN's FM stations nationwide under the ''MOR'' brand and revived the “For Life” slogan. It also introduced ''Dear MOR'', a daily FM drama anthology (formerly ''Dear Jasmin'').

In June 2018, MOR Manila and its regional stations rebranded again as ''MOR Philippines'', adopting the tagline “''One Vibe, One Sound”'' <ref>{{Cite web |date=June 1, 2018 |title=MOR stations nationwide unite for stronger MOR Philippines |url=http://abscbnpr.com/mor-stations-nationwide-unite-for-stronger-mor-philippines/ |url-status=usurped |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180725153523/http://abscbnpr.com/mor-stations-nationwide-unite-for-stronger-mor-philippines/ |archive-date=July 25, 2018 |access-date=June 3, 2018 |website=abscbnpr.com |publisher=abscbnpr.com |language=en-US}}</ref> to unify programs and music across the network. National shows like ''Dyis Is It'' and ''MOR Presents with David Bang'' launched on August 11, 2018.

On June 1, 2019, MOR 101.9's video streaming moved to Sky Cable Channel 239 (former slot of [[Sony Channel (Southeast Asia)|Sony Channel Asia]]), also airing on Channels 240 (Cebu) and 241 (Baguio).

In March 2020, due to [[COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines|COVID-19]] [[COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines|lockdowns]], MOR scaled down its programming and began simulcasting with its sister AM station,[[DZMM-AM|DZMM Radyo Patrol 630]].

====Shutdown====
{{main|ABS-CBN franchise renewal controversy}}

On May 5, 2020, MOR Philippines signed off, alongside sister stations [[ABS-CBN]], [[ABS-CBN Sports and Action|S+A]], and [[DZMM]], following a cease-and-desist order from the [[National Telecommunications Commission]]. The order mandated the network's suspension after its [[ABS-CBN franchise renewal controversy|legislative franchis]][[ABS-CBN franchise renewal controversy|e expiration]]. DJ Jhai Ho delivered a farewell message, with [[Yeng Constantino]]<nowiki>''</nowiki>s ''"Salamat"'' as the final song, followed by the station’s ID before the final sign-off.<ref name="ABS-CBN off the air after NTC order" />

After the House of Representatives denied ABS-CBN a new franchise on July 10, 2020,<ref name="House committee denies ABS-CBN a new franchise" /> the network announced mass layoffs set for August 31. However, on the July 16 episode of [[Failon Ngayon|''Failon Ngayon'']] ''sa [[TeleRadyo Serbisyo|TeleRadyo]]'', DJ Chacha confirmed that ''MOR Philippines'', along with other regional stations, would officially close on August 28.<ref>{{cite web |date=July 16, 2020 |title=MOR, tuluyan nang magsasara; DJ Chacha, naiyak |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/07/16/20/mor-tuluyan-nang-magsasara-dj-chacha-naiyak |access-date=July 16, 2020 |newspaper=ABS-CBN News}}</ref><ref name="morsignsoff" />

That evening, MOR Philippines signed off early, along with 12 local ''[[TV Patrol#Regional editions|TV Patrol]]'' and 10 [[ABS-CBN Regional|regional]] [[List of programs broadcast by ABS-CBN#Morning show|morning shows]].<ref>{{cite news |date=August 26, 2020 |title=12 regional 'TV Patrol' programs to air final newscasts on August 28 |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/life/08/26/20/12-regional-tv-patrol-programs-to-air-final-newscasts-on-august-28 |website=ABS-CBN News}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |date=August 28, 2020 |title=Historic goodbyes from ABS-CBN Regional |url=https://www.manilatimes.net/2020/08/28/news/latest-stories/historic-goodbyes-from-abs-cbn-regional/760333 |website=The Manila Times}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |date=August 28, 2020 |title=TV Patrol's regional stations, ABS-CBN reporters bid goodbye after years in public service |url=https://interaksyon.philstar.com/politics-issues/2020/08/28/175840/tv-patrol-regional-stations-abscbn-reporters-bid-goodbye-after-years-in-public-service |website=Interaksyon}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Live Video |first=MOR Philippines - Cagayan De Oro |date=August 28, 2020 |title=MOR REUNION LAST EPISODE AUG 28 2020 |url=https://www.facebook.com/MORCagayandeOro/videos/2882801751950378 |website=Facebook}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |date=August 28, 2020 |title=MOR's 'Salamat, For Life' online special at 6 o'clock tonight |url=https://www.manilatimes.net/2020/08/28/lifestyle-entertainment/show-times/mors-salamat-for-life-online-special-at-6-oclock-tonight/760334 |website=The Manila Times}}</ref>

==MOR 101.9 final DJs==
*Popoy (2005–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]], now with [[DWLA-FM|105.9 True FM]] as Kuya Poy
*Onse (2009–2011; 2013–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]], now an actor of [[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]]
*Chico Martin (January 1 – August 31, 2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]], now with [[DWET-FM|Energy FM 106.7]] as Kuya Chico.
*Nicki Morena (2018–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]], moved to [[PIE Channel]], now with [[DWLA-FM|105.9 True FM]] (part-time)
*Maki Rena (2013–2020), now with [[DWKY|91.5 Win Radio]].
*Joco Loco (2013–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]], formerly with [[DWKY|91.5 Win Radio]]
*Eva Ronda (2013–2020), formerly with [[DWKY|91.5 Win Radio]]
*DJ Jhai Ho (2013–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]], now with [[DZMM|DZMM Radyo Patrol 630]] and [[DWFM|92.3 FM Radio Manila]]
*Kisses (2016–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]]
*Chacha Babes (Czarina Marie Balba-Guevara) (2008–2020), now with [[DWLA-FM|105.9 True FM]] as DJ Chacha
*Kimbo (2018–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]]
*Toni Aquino (2005–2020), also Executive Producer and Anchor at sister station [[DZMM|DZMM Radyo Patrol 630]], moved to [[DWDM-FM|Eagle FM 95.5]], now with [[DZBB-AM|Super Radyo DZBB 594]]
*Bea (2010–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]], now with [[GMA Network]] and [[DZBB-AM|Super Radyo DZBB 594]]
*Biboy Bwenas (2017–2020), went back to [[DWKY|Win Radio]] as Macho Bibbo
*Ana Ramsey (2016–2020), carried over to [[MOR Entertainment]], now with [[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]] and [[DWLA-FM|105.9 True FM]]

==Former DWRR DJs==

=== DZYL-FM/DZYK-FM ===
* [[Joey de Leon]] (1969–1972)
* Joey Galvez (1956–1972)
* [[Kuya Cesar]]† (1956–1972)
* [[Helen Vela]]† (1964–1972, 1973–1986; carried to DWWK-FM)
* [[Johnny Midnight (broadcaster)|Johnny Midnight]]† (1969–1972)
* [[Ike Lozada]] (1956–1972)
* [[Rey Langit]] (1969–1972)
* Mario Garcia (1956–1972)

=== DWWK-FM/DWOK-FM OK FM (under [[Banahaw Broadcasting Corporation|BBC]]) ===
* Doddy Lacuna (1973–1986)
* Jing Magsaysay (1973–1986)
* Wayne Enage (1973–1986)
* [[Ed Picson]] (1973–1986)
* Ronnie Malig (1973–1986)
* Pinky Villarama (1973–1986)
* Ronnie Quintos (1973–1986)
* [[Jun Banaag]] (1973–1986; now with [[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]] and [[DWLA-FM|105.9 True FM]])
* [[Eddie Mercado]]† (1973–1986)
* Mike Lacanilao (1973–1986)
* [[Bobby Guanzon]] (1973–1986)
* [[Mel Tiangco]] (1981–1986; carried to ABS-CBN Channel 2 and DZMM 630; now one of the pillars of [[GMA Integrated News and Public Affairs|GMA Integrated News]])
* [[Jay Sonza]] (1981–1986)

=== DWKO/Knock Out Radio ===
* [[Peter Musñgi]] aka Peter Rabbit (1968–1972, 1986–1989; "The Golden Voice of ABS-CBN")
* "Long Tall" Howard Medina (1986–1987; now with DZBB 594kHz)
* The Unbeatable† (1987–1989)

=== DZOO/Zoo FM ===
* George Boone Mercado (1987–1989)
* Jeremiah Jr. (1987–1989)
* Bob Curry (1987–1989)
* Bill O'Brien (1987–1989)
* Andy Santillan† aka Dave Ryan (1987–1989; now both former voiceover of [[Radio Philippines Network]] and [[DWAV#1989–2001: 89 DMZ|89 DMZ]])
* Lindy (1987–1989)
* Tom Alvarez (1987–1989; now a voice-over for [[Eat Bulaga!]])

=== Radio Romance ===

* [[Amy Perez]] (1989–1991; now one of the hosts of [[It's Showtime (Philippine TV program)|It's Showtime]] and with [[DZMM|DZMM Radyo Patrol 630]])
* Amy Godinez (1989–1996)
* Angela
* Anna Reyes
* Big Daddy LBJ (1956–1996)
* Bing Palao
* Bon Vibar
* Mike Cohen
* Cathy
* Clay Clavesilia
* Emily
* Glady Macalino
* Jerry Bennett
* Jess Decolongon
* Maxine
* Michiko Makinano
* Mickey
* Monica
* Nessie
* Queenie

=== WRR 101.9: All the Hits, All the Time! ===

* Bob Cat
* Bob Ryder
* Bruce Allan
* [[Daniel Razon]] (1997–2003; now with UNTV)
* John Allen
* Ray Antonio "Johnny Ace" Crisostomo
* MJ "Mister Jellybean" Manlapaz
* Nino "Downtown Nino Brown" Alejandro
* China Heart
* Paul "Ice-T" Parado
* Bryan Christian
* Rick Spade
* Tom Bone

==== Newscasters ====
* Sam 
* Alex

=== WRR 101.9 For Life ===
* Martin D. (1996–2016; now Sound Technician and Drama Editor at [[93.9 iFM]])
* Eric "Chinaheart/Chinapaps" Galang (1997–1998, 1999–2018; currently head of MOR Digital Team and drama talent and also with [[DZMM|DZMM Radyo Patrol 630]])<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lopezlink |title=Eric Galang: From deejay to digital lead |url=https://lopezlink.ph/lifestyle2/29-employee-news/meet-the-executive/9299-eric-galang-from-deejay-to-digital-lead.html |access-date=2023-08-07 |website=lopezlink.ph |language=en-gb}}</ref>
* Reggie Valdez (2000–2020)
* Candy
* Danny Bravo (2001–2004)
* Don Angelo
* Jim Robin
* Don Henry
* AJ Brian
* Michael Vincent
* David Kiss
* Benny Davis
* Billie
* [[Rikki Mathay]] (1999–2003)
* Rosel "Geri/Ms. M" Manahan (2002–2013; carried to Tambayan/MOR 101.9 and was also with DZMM)

=== Alam Mo Na Yan/Bespren 101.9 For Life! ===
* [[Laila Chikadora]] (2005–2010; now a reporter at TV5 and anchor at [[DWLA-FM|105.9 True FM]])
* Jack Melo
* Ric Rider

=== Tambayan 101.9 ===

* Charlie/Papi Charlz (2009–2017; formerly with 93.9 iFM, now with [[DYWF|FM Radio 93.1 Cebu]])
* Jasmin "Baby Girl Jasmin" Basar (2009–2019)†

=== MOR 101.9 For Life! ===
*Chito Moreno (2013–2015)
*[[Danny Jay]]
*Bob Zilla (2004–2019; now a voiceover of [[A2Z (Philippine TV channel)|A2Z]] and [[Cine Mo!]])
*Digong Dantes (2016–2020)
*Kinoy
*Josh
*Daddy Alex Calleja (2013–2016; now with [[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]] & Magic 89.9 FM)
*Chikki Boomboom
*Rica "Inday Yumi" Lazo (2015–2018; now with [[DWPM|DWPM Radyo 630]]/[[TeleRadyo Serbisyo]] and [[ABS-CBN News Channel|ANC]])
*Mr. Right (2016–2019; now with [[DWKC-FM|93.9 iFM]])

==Former MOR 101.9 Programs==
*Dyis Is It
*Heartbeats
*Midnight Trip
*Sabado Sikat
*On Air
*Kapamilya Komedya
*My Only Request
*MOR Golden Hits 
*Music On Rewind
*Happy Happy Hapon
*MOR Biga10
*MOR Mix
*MOR Playlist
*Yun Na As In
*Quickie
*Playist pa MORe

==Awards==
* 16th KBP Golden Dove Awardee, '''Best Radio DJ for Martin D.'''
* 14th KBP Golden Dove Awardee, '''Best 'Variety Show Host for Laila'''.
* 13th KBP Golden Dove Awardee for '''Outstanding FM Radio Station'''.
* 13th KBP Golden Dove Awardee for '''Texter's Choice FM Station – Luzon'''
* 12th KBP Golden Dove Awardee for '''Best Radio Station.''
* Recognized as the''' Number 1 Radio Station in Metro Manila''' based on the 2002 KBP-RRC Survey.
*'''Station of the Year in the 2002''' Dangal ng Pilipinas-Consumer's Choice Awards.
*'''Best Public Service Ad''' (Pinoy, Ang Galing Mo!) in the 2002 Catholic Mass Media Awards.

==Theme music==
=== Pre-MOR era ===
*As Radio Romance ''101.9'', the station's jingle was composed and performed by [[Jose Mari Chan]], airing from November 6, 1995, to September 1996. This theme was later reworked with altered lyrics and reused by the [[Catholic Media Network]]'s '''Spirit FM'''  stations from 2002 to 2012, performed by the local band ''Tellayouthska''.
*In 1998, the “For-Life” jingle was launched, performed by [[Jolina Magdangal|Jolina Magdangal-Escueta]] and Jimmy Bondoc. Shorter versions, sung by various artists, were also used until March 6, 2004. The first verse of this jingle was later reused in the current MOR jingle with altered lyrics. A reworked version, performed by [[Heart Evangelista]] and [[Erik Santos]], aired from March 7, 2004, to September 18, 2005. 
** American singer [[Patti Austin]] also sang a shorter version of the "For-Life" jingle.
*On September 19, 2005, the station introduced a fresh, upbeat jingle performed by [[Vhong Navarro]], featuring the slogan ''"Alam Mo Na 'Yan!"'' in the lyrics. This jingle was used until August 31, 2007.
*On September 1, 2007, the final “For Life” jingle under the station’s independent branding was launched. Composed by [[Raimund Marasigan]] of [[Sandwich (band)|Sandwich]] (formerly of [[The Eraserheads]]) and performed by [[Itchyworms]] and Y[[Yeng Constantino|Yeng Constantino-Asuncion]] of ''[[Pinoy Dream Academy]]'', this jingle aired until September 19, 2009.
*As Tambayan 101.9, the first jingle was performed by Skabeche Band and [[Empoy Marquez|Empoy]] [[Empoy Marquez|Marquez]], and was used from November 4, 2009, to December 2010.
*In December 2010, the jingle was remixed and performed by the station's DJs as the Christmas 2010 theme, which was reused for Christmas 2011.
*The second version of the ''Tambayan'' jingle, a DJ-style mixed track, was produced by resident DJ Martin D''.'' and used from January 2011 to February 14, 2012.
*The third Tambayan jingle, a remix of the second version featured on the Budots Budots program, served as an interim theme from February 15 to March 4, 2012, while a new jingle was being composed.
*The fourth and final Tambayan 101.9 jingle, performed by [[Jovit Baldivino]], [[Yeng Constantino|Yeng Constantino-Asuncion]], [[Gloc-9]], and Phylum Band, was used from March 5, 2012, to May 31, 2013, marking the end of the station’s distinct branding ahead of its transition to the unified MOR network.
*The second Tambayan Christmas jingle, performed by [[KZ Tandingan]] featuring Loonie, aired from November 24, 2012, to January 6, 2013. It was the station’s final Christmas jingle under its independent branding.

=== MOR era ===

* On July 7, 2013, alongside the station’s rebranding to MOR, a new jingle and music video premiered on [[ASAP (TV program)|''ASAP 18'']], performed by various artists. The original version, recorded by [[Toni Gonzaga|Toni Gonzaga-Soriano]], [[Vice Ganda]], and [[Daniel Padilla]], was adopted network-wide and used until August 7, 2016. It was then replaced by a romance-themed version sung by [[Bailey May]] and [[Ylona Garcia]], used primarily in Manila, while provincial stations played it occasionally. By June 4, 2017, the original 2013 version returned as the main jingle, with the newer version retained as an alternate.

The jingle incorporated elements from the original For Life theme and pre-2013 MOR regional jingles. On July 21, 2018, ahead of the MOR Philippines relaunch, a new network jingle debuted at the Pinoy Music Awards, blending the 2013 jingle with David Bang’s regional stingers. The final version, again performed by Toni, Vice, and Daniel, was officially launched on September 24, 2018, at noon— and continues to be used on [[MOR Entertainment]]’s online platform.
*The first MOR Christmas jingle, performed by [[Angeline Quinto]] and [[Juris Fernandez|Juris Lim]], aired from November 2013 to January 2014.
*The second MOR Christmas jingle, performed by [[Michael Pangilinan]] and [[Morissette (singer)|Morissette]], aired from November 2014 to January 2015.
*A Valentine's version of the jingle aired every February from 2015 to 2020.
*The third MOR Christmas jingle, performed by [[Marlo Mortel]] and [[Janella Salvador]], aired from November 2015 to January 2016.
*The fourth MOR Christmas jingle, performed by [[CJ Navato]] and [[Kristel Fulgar]], aired from November 2016 to January 2017.
*A Korean-language version of the jingle, performed by Anna Jean Fernandez, debuted in 2018.

==MOR Philippines stations==
MOR was also broadcast to 15 [[List of ABS-CBN Corporation channels and stations#FM radio network (MOR Philippines)|provincial stations]] in the Philippines.

==See also==
* [[ABS-CBN]]
* [[DWWX-TV]]
* [[DZMM|DZMM Radyo Patrol 630]] 
* [[MOR Philippines]] (ABS-CBN's FM radio station)
* [[ABS-CBN Sports and Action|S+A]]

==References==
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==External links==
* {{Official website|https://mor.abs-cbn.com/}}
* {{Facebook|mor1019/|101.9 MOR Manila}}

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