John Gabriel
John is a long time Capital Region radio personality and programmer. Born and raised in the Capital Region, he has over 50 years of broadcast experience.
One of John’ first job was working at Magic’s sister station, WFLY back in 1971. He first joined Magic 100.5 and 590AM in 2012. Hear John Gabriel Monday through Friday from 2 until 7pm, and Saturday mornings beginning at 6am on Magic 100.5 and 590AM.
John has co-authored a book called “Capital Region Radio 1920-2010”. It’s available through Arcadia Publishing and available through Amazon.
Email Joh Gabriel ... john@albanymagic.com
Latest Posts
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The Magic Cool Song of the Day for Friday March 20thClassic Hits WROW
It's the first big hit for the Motown Record Franchise. Co-Written by Motown found Barry Gordy Jr.
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Jaime Chats With Singer Songwriter Brian Hyland!Classic Hits WROW
Brian will be part of the Golden Oldies Spectacular April 25th at Proctors
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Tommy Roe had the #1 song in the country on March 19, 1969Classic Hits WROW
Dizzy would remain at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart for 4 weeks.
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The #1 song in the country on March 19, 1968 belonged to Otis ReddingClassic Hits WROW
(Sitting on) The Dock of the Bay spent 4 weeks on top of the Billboard Singles Chart
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Happy 80th Birthday today to Ruth Pointer of the Pointer SistersClassic Hits WROW
Born March 19, 1946 in Oakland California.
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A Conversation with Jimmy Rosica of The Brooklyn BridgeClassic Hits WROW
Jaime had a chance to talk with Jimmy, a founding member of the band, about coming the Proctors for the Golden Oldie's Spectacular
What's Happening
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Guess Who SPAC July 14 2026The Takin' It Back Tour featuring THE GUESS WHO with special guest DON FELDER
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This Day In Music HistoryWeekdays at 1230pm, Bill Williams presents This Day In Music History... a look at music and news events that happened on that day.
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Herzog Law FirmListen Saturday mornings from 8am-830am for The Estate and Medicaid Planning Hour with Herzog Law Firm.
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Basketball MayhemThe Perfect Bracket Wins $1M!
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Cool Song Of The DayWeekdays at 430pm, John Gabriel digs into our library to play his Cool Song Of The Day.
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Come Work with UsWe're hiring!
Events
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Direct from Sweden The Music of ABBADirect from Sweden The Music of ABBA comes to the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on March 20th delivering the closest ABBA experience you’ll ever get with some of...
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Capital Region Flower & Garden ExpoSpring is in full bloom inside the Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo March 27th - 29th at Hudson Valley Community College!! Take it all in as you explore imme...
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Glow for Galactosemia: Silent Disco Fundraiser
Dance for a rare cause! Glow for GF is a silent disco fundraiser on March 28, 2026 in Troy, NY featuring LED headphones, raffles, food, and a cash bar.
at The Arts Center Of The Capital Region