Silver Spur Records - Philadelphia, PA WBSK aircheck, Telemarketing Member, Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame, Broadcast: KQW 30th Anniversary (November 10, 1945), Broadcast: MusicTill Dawn (February 20, 1962)*. But times have changed. broadcast journalist,executive producer , marketing and political consultant, owner Peabody radio network. Win Tickets to the Mothers Day Music Festival in Atlantic City! I always wanted to give somebody a voice, he said, because no voice is special until its been heard.. I always remember how gracious and kind he was, said Ballard Morrill, now director of news and public affairs for the six iHeart stations in the Philadelphia market, which include Power 99 and WDAS. * Included in theK-101 Era Collection. Alexandria, Louisiana. In one of the last interviews he did with Ballard Morrill to commemorate WDAS 70th-anniversary last fall, the radio executive spoke of the legacy he hoped to leave behind. Tony Brown, who hosted the show The Quiet Storm for many years on WDAS FM 105.3, died Wednesday, Feb. 24 according to reports. Meanwhile, Brown said he is in negotiations with three stations that want to purchase the show. African Americans fight to correct history and preserve voting rights. He was According to WDAS, Brown is survived by his wife and producer Sunshine Brown, daughter Kelli, sons Jason and Julian. A personality that showcased both knowledge and extreme passion. Broadcast: KNEW 91, June 30, 1974 (Newscast Only), Photograph: The Breakfast Gang, c. 1940s, Pictured:KWBR 1310 Top 25 Survey, March 13, 1959, Air name of Bob Elliott, a/k/a K.O. ** Included in KYA: The Seventies Collection. Celebrated WDAS radio personality Tony Brown dies at 75. * Included inThe KSOL Soul 145 Collection. Together we can reach 100% of WHYYs fiscal year goal. Brown was 75. You knew the songs. We hope you enjoy these classic broadcasts from voices both famous and forgotten. * Included inKNEW: The 910 Collection. WebAdam Carolla. So much love!-COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER UNDER SECTION 107 OF THE COPYRIGHT ACT 1976 - Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for \"fair use\" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. * Included inKYA: The Sixties Collection. 12 Tyrone Power (Actor) 19 5 WOKB 1600 Urban Radio - Orlando, FL. Copyright 2023 Interactive One, LLC. * Included in theComplete KYUU Collection. Mike Shepherd (air name of Michael C. Gwynne,a/k/a Mike Sheppard), Photograph:KDIA Lucky 13 Survey, November 18, 1966, Broadcast: KDIA Boss SoulRadio, Summer 1967 *, Don Sherwood (air name of Daniel Sherwood Cohelan), BookExcerpt: Sherwoods Raid On Stockton, Broadcast:560/KSFO, November 22, 1960*, Print Ad: Sherwood Family Portrait, Circa 1962, Man On TheStreet Bloopers with Jack Carney. Beachin), Broadcast: 610/KFRC, December 6, 1968 (K.O. medical center here in Pineville after getting hurt attempting to save a fellow veteran and was injured in my neck, left shoulder and left hip so I had to step down after doctor first claimed I had no lasting damage but the pictures later told the story after over 30 years combined service in the Air Force and V.A. In addition to his two highly-rated radio programs and tv appearances, Tony also hosts the Eat! Music News J. Cole, Drake, Usher & More To Perform At Dreamville Fest 2023 Feb 28, 2023. Thompson last saw Anderson a few months ago at Woodys Barber Shop in Wynnefield a place steeped in Black history. Tony Brown would talk and it was time to cool out, he said. It was a pleasure. Please continue to push education. Beachin), Broadcast: 610/KFRC, December 6, 1968 (K.O. Brown was 75. Virginia Beach, VA PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Longtime Philadelphia radio personality Tony Brown has died. He always took extra care to make sure that I was included, even at a time when people were a little bit suspicious of Power because we were coming in and competing against a very beloved radio station., African Americans fight to correct history and preserve voting rights. I met him before either of us started our radio careers. So when it came time to purchase, Anderson sold WURD to Philadelphia physician and philanthropist Dr. Walter P. Lomax in 2003 but stayed in an advisory capacity. No more work, no more arguing. Latest Stories. Broadcast: S.F. Subscribe to his weekly email. Click here for ", Man, Woman Killed In Shooting; Person Of Interest Shoots Himself, Fish Frys 2023: Comprehensive list of Indianapolis fish frys for Lent, Arrest Made in Castleton Square Mall Shooting. Dr. Don Rose (air name of Donald Duane Rosenberg), Broadcast:KKIS/Concord, January 5, 1987*. Copyright 2023 California Historical Radio Society. So when you sit in there, youre literally immersed in local African American history and national African American history, Thompson said. National News Here's Everything Coming To Netflix In March 2023 Feb 28, 2023. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. Age: 58. This morning as usual I was near Montgomery Louisiana and working my paper route for the stores and heard the comments on the Black experience during the World Wars. George Oxford (a/k/a Jumpin George Oxford), Article: KSAN/KDIAJumpin George Lawsuit, 1960, Johnny Patrick (air name of John Patrick Goggan), Pictured: Survey KKIS Top 33 On 99, January 3, 1967, Photograph: In the KKIS Studio, March 1967, Broadcast: Bob Dylan Special #176 on KSAN, April 26, 1969*. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. "The stories, the laughs, the food, good times, bad times, always family. (318) 880-8494. KSFO: The Golden West Collection. * Included in The Complete KGO Radio 810 Collection. WebLegendary radio host Tony Brown of 105.3 WDAS, has died at the age of 75, his family announced Wednesday. WHLY 106.7 CHR Orlando, FL, Production Assistant He was 75 years old. We look forward to working with Tony and doing whatever we can to help make his transition a success, she said. Director / On-Air In-depth analysis and commentary on today's biggest news stories as only the BBC can deliver. Tonys career in radio began on Temple Universitys WRTI in 1969, but his interest in radio actually began to develop around age 4.Tony performs on Quiet Storm, the theme song for his radio program, that he co-wrote with Bert Willis and Philadelphia musicians Rob Arthurs and Rudy Gay.Tonys well-ordered priorities are God; his wife Sunshine and their family; career; rest; leisure activities; more rest; and various hobbies and other interests. And we serve as a place where people can share their thoughts and that still exists. Change). Relax, find someone you care about, and spend some time with them.. WHYY thanks our sponsors become a WHYY sponsor. Mr. Brown: Thank you so much for having me on your program. Win Tickets to New Edition's Legacy Tour! Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Sign up for our weekly newsletter. How You Can Be Serenaded By Keith Sweat At 2023 SweatFest In Punta Cana, Celebrating Women Who Make Music & Culture. At WURD, Anderson hosted shows with the citys movers and shakers former U.S. Rep. Bob Brady, Philadelphia Schools Superintendent William Hite, and City Council President Darrell Clarke. Photographs: AtKJBS Radio, 1931 and 1953, Narrator: The Sounds ofSan Francisco from the KGO Music Tower, 1962*, Broadcast: KSOLSoul 145, March 29, 1967. WebTony Brown, the WDAS FM host famous for his show 'The Quiet Storm' died on February 24, 2021, at the age of 75. / Promotion Director Submit a correction or make a comment about this profile. Want more TK? He said, You guys are stars, you just dont know it yet, Jones recalled. Created strategic planning with staff and WebTony Brown, the WDAS FM host famous for his show 'The Quiet Storm' died on February 24, 2021, at the age of 75. Hell, this is why the nickname of Mad Dog stuck. Philly school is taking action after recent fight in hallway, Meet Maddy Siegrist, Villanova's most-decorated player in team history, How to fight rising energy costs amid PGW rate hikes. |A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M| Broadcast: KFOG 104.5 FM, September 17, 1982, Broadcast: S.F. Longtime WDAS radio personality Tony Brown dies at 75 February 24, 2021, 8:32 PM Longtime Philadelphia radio personality Tony Brown has died. The free WHYY News Daily newsletter delivers the most important local stories to your inbox. Smoke! 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Entertainment Management. He was a Philadelphia institution and a legend in this town.. 209 views Nov 15, 2015 Like Dislike Share Save quick-look 118 subscribers "Tony's Scrap Book". Mid-Day Air Talent. * Included in TheKSAN & KSOL Collection. Tony Katz is the award-winning host of Tony Katz and the Morning News on 93.1FM WIBC in Indianapolis, IN. Promotional Biography Sheet, KGO/81, 1978. secured artist representation. Among those featured on Becic's top 10 list are Kiotti Brown from 97.9 The Box, Dana Tyson from Sunny 99.1 and Victoria and Joel Osteen from Sirius XM. Beachin, Air name of Bob Elliott, a/k/a K.O. Seals vs.L.A. Blades (WHL Hockey), April 17, 1964, Russ SyracuseRemembered: A Tribute To Russ The Moose, Broadcast:KITS Live 105, November 5, 1990. Ballard Morrill said radio has extended its reach to adapt to technology which she says is a good thing. He is a regular presence on FOX News, appearing on FOX and Friends, The Daily Briefing with Dana Perino, and Tucker Carlson Tonight. Beginning Monday, July 7, in three hours from 6 to 9 a.m., Brown will present local, state and national news, weather and issues live from the shows new home at 3419 Hynson St. I want to thank KAYT for working with me through the years. \"He was my best friend,\" Wells said. the top of most pages, or via the "Related Topics" box in the sidebar. He also hosts the Midwest syndicated Tony Katz Today radio program. Seals vs.L.A. Blades (WHL Hockey), April 17, 1964*. There are photos of owner Robert Woody Woodard cutting Michael Jacksons hair, Nina Simone sitting in his chair, and other well-known figures. He was instrumental on-air and off, serving as president and longtime general manager for WDAS, and at different points in his illustrious career owned WHAT-1340 AM and WURD-900 AM. Radio stations on the AM frequency generally broadcasts talk shows such as Browns. Interview: Magic In The Air, March-April 1992, Broadcast: TheFinal KMEL Morning Zoo, March 29, 1991 *. We take a look at his life and legacy. The stations are Tallulahs KTJZ 97.5 FM, which covers the Mississippi Delta, Monroe, Vicksburg and parts of Jackson, Miss. Submit a correction or make a comment about this profile. Anybody whos listened to Philadelphia Black radio over the past 50 years was probably influenced by Anderson, who died of COVID-19 complications last month at 78. Therefore, Brown said, Eyes Open With Tony Brown will be at home. * Included in TheComplete KEWB Collection. Theater of the mind is a great way to describe what he did with the R&B songs that were coming out at the time, and then as time progressed, the classic R&B songs that were timeless, Williams said. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Cecil B. Moore shake hands as Georgie Woods watches in 1965 at the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel in Philadelphia. Johnny Holliday (air name of John HollidayBobbitt), Broadcast:1260/KYA, December 9, 1967*, Photograph: with The Four Seasons (undated), Broadcast: Family Radio 610/KFRC, April 29, 2005, Broadcast:1260/KYA as Michael Spears, October 13, 1974. He left in 1969 to host an NYC show at WABC, then * Included inKSAN: The Jive 95 Collection. Longtime radio host John DeBella sued for sexual harassment. At the time of his death, Anderson co-hosted Electric Magazine on Saturday mornings on WURD. You knew the songs. I am looking for a bus that will be going to the Bayou Classic that I can take (turn-around-trip). NEED LEGAL HELP; BEING FOLLOWED AND HARRASSED BY LOCAL AND STATE POLICE. !MORE DETAILS IS NEEDED FOR YOU TO BE ABLE TO UNDERSTAND AND IF INTERESTED IT WOULD BE A BLESSING FOR ANY CONCERNS OR HELP THAT YOU WOULD BE ABLE TO ASSIST US WITH IM AVAILABLE TO BE CONTACTED AT ANYTIME AT 225-618-6388. You know how old guys like to talk about the past. We need to bring the true history to light as in the Spanish wars, This is the second black President on this continent as Mexico had the first in Gen. Vicente Guerrero First Black-Indian President of Mexico 1829. News Article: Meet Frank Dill, July 14, 1978, Broadcast:KSAN 1450 (as Jumpin George), Summer 1963, Photograph: as Captain Dobbsie, Circa 1930, PrintAd: Dobbsie Now On Columbia System, 1932, Broadcast: KSOL Soul Radio 1450, Circa 1966, Broadcast: KYA Radio 1260, December 15, 1961, Broadcast: KYA Radio 1260, December 1962*, Broadcast:KGO Morning News, May 3, 1982*. Scope and Content: The radio photos are part of the Media Archives Collection that was created in 1987. WebMimi Brown's Podcast. He offered me wise counsel cultivated from a long career as a radio manager, entrepreneur and community servant., Teenagers who desegregated Girard College to be honored with a mural. Anderson hired and mentored countless Black media professionals, at a time when advancing the cause of diversity, equity, and inclusion wasnt a buzzy acronym. We will respectfully remove it immediately. Exhibit includes comments by Mr. Davis. 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