chris vaglio

Chris Vaglio is the voice that kickstarts your day on the Radio Garden State Morning Show, live every Tuesday to Friday from 7 to 9 am. With his signature blend of energy and deep music knowledge, Chris curates the perfect mix to jumpstart your mornings. When the sun goes down, you can catch him every Thursday night at 9 pm hosting That NJ Hardcore Show, where he dives into the raw, high-energy world of New Jersey’s hardcore music scene, keeping the spirit of local punk and hardcore alive.

Chris also brings his passion for creativity to the mic as the host of the Creative Frequencies podcast, where he explores the business of being creative with guests from across the artistic spectrum.

Before joining the Radio Garden State crew, Chris spent four years rocking the airwaves on Tha Phantom Zone on WNTI 91.9 FM. He’s also a veteran of the New Jersey music scene, having played guitar in bands like Hodgepodge, November’s Fire, Ember, and Situation at 1200—making him no stranger to Jersey’s gritty, electric culture.

Off the air, Chris channels his entrepreneurial spirit into helping creatives thrive. As the founder of Rock It Growth Agency, he specializes in building bold, standout brands that attract attention and drive results. A sought-after mentor, advisor, and speaker, Chris has shared his insights at conferences across the country, including the Empowered Podcasting Conference.

Chris’s journey from co-founding Grey Sky Films, a video production agency, to mentoring rising creatives underscores his commitment to turning passions into profit and dreams into reality.

When he’s not broadcasting or building brands, you can find Chris hanging out with his wife, Rachel, and their two Boston Terriers, Milo and Bear. A lifelong Star Wars fan and record store enthusiast, Chris is always up for a conversation about music, movies, or where to find the best tacos—whether at home or on the road.