Pierre Robert Tribute Concert Planned In Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — Legendary Philadelphia radio host Pierre Robert died in October at 70 years old, sending a shock through the local and national music community.

Now, the longtime broadcaster's former station has announced a concert that will pay tribute to the late host's life.

WMMR-FM Wednesday announced Pierre Robert: A Show of Life, a concert to honor and celebrate Robert's memory.

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The concert will feature performances by Brent Smith and Zach Myers of Shinedown; Lizzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm; Ed Roland of Collective Soul; The Hooters and David Uosikkinen’s In the Pocket featuring The A’s, Beru Revue and Tommy Conwell. The lineup is subject to change.

The show will be held Dec. 17 at The Fillmore in Philadelphia, and tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday online here.

A portion of the proceeds will support MANNA. MANNA uses nutrition to improve health for people with serious illnesses who need nourishment to heal. By providing medically tailored meals and nutrition education, we empower people to improve their health and quality of life.

"Pierre loved live music and enjoyed being among the good citizens of Philadelphia," Chuck Damico, Program Director at WMMR, said. "'The Pierre Robert: A Show of Life is a special event for all of us who cherished him, providing a fantastic night of live music and memories while honoring Pierre's amazing life, and helping reduce food shortages in Philadelphia. We are incredibly grateful for the support from all of the artists and performers whom he called his friends, our friends at Live Nation and Cornerstone Management, and especially Pierre's immediate family. We will sing, dance, and celebrate in the way Pierre would have wanted us to. Please join us if you can, and God bless Pierre Robert."

He joined WMMR in 1981 after earlier work at KSAN in San Francisco and became a fixture of Philadelphia radio for 44 years. Listeners knew him for his welcoming "Greetings, citizens" salutation and for a warm, steady presence that bridged generations of rock fans.

On air, Robert blended a deep love of classic rock with curiosity about new music. Longtime segments included "Coffee Break Music Marathon," "Work Force Blocks," and "Pierre's Vinyl Cut." He was known for his annual Thanksgiving show, when he'd play Arlo Guthrie's "Alice's Restaurant" multiple times.

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His community work extended beyond the studio. He supported local charity events like AIDS Walk Philly and MANNA's Pie in the Sky fundraiser. He was inducted into the Philadelphia Music Alliance Walk of Fame in 2019, a nod to his lasting impact on the region's music culture.