Once considered the “Hardest Working DJ in Philly”, Retro Roland was spinning 5-6 residencies on a weekly basis, including a highly regarded internet radio show, “Sounds of The True School”.
During his 4 year run, Mr. Riso’s guests included Ursula Rucker, The Last Emperor, Rich Medina and Mpozi Tolbert. He also ran a successful monthly Jazz and Soul Record Show, which was widely popular amongst record collectors, DJ’s and producers, including Cash Money, Jazzy Jeff and Quest Love.
Riso also helped engineer Cozmic Cat’s legendary Philadelphia party, “Groove Lounge”, which brought musicians, vocalists and DJ’s a platform to perform in united, rhythmic harmony, which featured a then unknown, Jill Scott.