Legendary Pioneers of Black Radio
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“Williams provides a significant discussion of the historical role of black disc jockeys in the US....This interesting book provides a history of a unique group of media pioneers and is recommended for all collections.”–
“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. _”–
“Legendary Pioneers of Black Radio is a seminal contribution to Black Studies, as well as Amerian broadcasting and popular culture studies.”–
“For the first time, Gilbert A. Williams, professor of broadcast and cable programming at Michigan State University, gives us an up close and personal backstage look into Black radio and the legendary voices behind the microphones. Filling an overdue void, these one-on-one interviews examine the role African Americans have played in the development of American broadcasting and how these announcers transcended their jobs as radio station employees, often to go on to become cultural heroes....Legendary Pioneers of Black Radio would be useful for high school students or college freshman considering broadcasting as a career, and instructors teaching courses on race and media.”–
Book Description
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 tips 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.
Legendary Pioneers of Black Radio
Legendary Pioneers of Black Radio,Gilbert A. Williams,Praeger Publishers,0275958884,Afro-American disc jockeys,Afro-Americans in radio broadc,Afro-Americans in radio broadcasting,Black American Sociology,Communication,Disc jockeys,Ethnic Studies - African American Studies - General,Ethnic Studies - African American Studies - Histor,Interviews,Performing Arts,Performing Arts/Dance,Pop Arts / Pop Culture,Radio - History & Criticism,Radio Broadcasting,United States,Language Arts & Disciplines / Communication
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