30 seconds with LaTangela Fay Sherman

Image courtesy LaTangela Sherman

With her recognizable voice, this local radio DJ and singer keeps busy while providing a soundtrack to the workday

How would you describe your show on MAX 94.1 to someone unfamiliar with it?
My show, “Maxin’ in the Midday with LaTangela Fay,” is a one-stop shop for my listeners. I’ve etched features such as the “Did You Know News Brief” to keep it all live and local with news updates and “Field Trips” to keep us informed on the places we need to visit. If it’s a trip worth taking, it’s a trip worth talking about.

How did you get into radio? Were you told you had the voice for it, or was it something that you just got involved in over time?
I began my broadcasting career as a teenager after auditioning for “The Partners in Peace Teen Talk Show.” I enjoyed opening the line of communication on issues facing the community.

Music has always been my first love, so that part flowed well. I became a student of my favorite talk show hosts, such as Genevieve Stewart and Delilah. They kept the conversation one-on-one with listeners through the speakers as if they were having a heart-to-heart with their best friend over a cup of tea.

Favorite/most memorable guest or someone you’ve interviewed on the show recently?
It’s hard to choose a favorite guest, but I must admit it was a big deal for me that R. Kelly took time from his touring schedule to wish me a happy 18th “radioversary” in April. Hosting his concert was the icing on the cake.

A memorable moment as a performer?
Singing the National Anthem for Monster Jam tops the list. Those drivers are amazing, and the crowd was electrifying.

Your last album, Mixed Emotions, released in 2013, was a mix of R&B, soul and inspirational music. What are you working on now?
I am currently working on a new album (still untitled), and I am very excited to release my first book in July 2015: A-Z Lord, Let It Define Me.

For more information, go to latangela.com. Find out more about her radio show at max94one.com.