Darren Brand, affectionately known as ‘Big Baby’, is a decorated comedian, actor, and all around entertainer with roots stemming deep in the Carolinas. Born in Southern Pines, Brand ventured 80 miles north of his hometown to attend North Carolina A&T State University where he quickly established himself as the ‘funny man on campus’. His career in stand-up began during college when he co-founded the Freestyle Funny Comedy Show (FFCS), a nationally recognized live improv tour, with his comedic comrades: Anthony Bean (Chico Bean), Brian McLaughlin (BDaht) and DeMar Rankin, Sr. (OsamaBinDrankin).

Drankin started out on the campus of North Carolina A&T, hosting campus and community shows. At that time, being on the radio just seemed like an idea. His career on radio launched during his debut, doing several comedy contests on 102 JAMZ. After winning consecutive years of the comedy contest, Drankin became a regular on the Wild-Out Wake-Up Morning Show here at 102 JAMZ. His daily crazy shenanigans became his signature, something everyone in the building and listeners wanted to hear and experience.

He prides himself on being a humble and real person. Drankin lives by the motto “Family First”, which has always been something he’s stood by. You can listen to Drankin every morning from 6-10 AM during weekdays.