Legendary Pioneers of Black Radio [Hardcover]

Gilbert A Williams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 30, 1998 | ISBN-10: 0275958884 | ISBN-13: 978-0275958886

After World War II, when thousands of African Americans left farms, plantations, and a southern way of life to migrate north, African American disc jockeys helped them make the transition to the urban life by playing familiar music and giving them hints on how to function in northern cities. These disc jockeys became cultural heroes and had a major role in the development of American broadcasting. This collection of interviews documents the personalities of the pioneers of Black radio, as well as their personal struggles and successes. The interviewees also define their roles in the civil rights movement and relate how their efforts have had an impact on how African Americans are portrayed over the air.

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"Williams has compiled and impressive lineup of djs, including Eddie Castleberry, Moses Lindburg "Lucky" Cordell, Normand W. Spaulding, and Richard Stams....The interviews demonstrate a fine interplay between Williams and his subjects, building for the reader a relaxed, warm atmosphere....The interviews will furnish insight into an important time in culture and broadcasting....[A]nyone interested in this area will find the book quite valuable. _"-MultiCultural Review

Book Description

A unique collection of interviews with the first African American disc jockeys.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Praeger (May 30, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0275958884
• ISBN-13: 978-0275958886
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,934,081 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)