Herb Kent (October 5, 1928 October 22, 2016). He learned even more while at WERD, where he discovered that a white disc Radio DJey received twice the amount of payola (in the form of consulting fees) from record labels that he got. The Better Buggy is delivering food from black owned businesses as well as providing jobs and hope for a lot of businesses during this pandemic. Sidney Wood, a former V-103 and WAOK radio host, recently passed. All Rights Reserved. The buyer was the Summit Communications Group, Inc. Zilla Florine Mays was born in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Known as The Cool Gent, Kent has served as an inspiration to a number of aspiring African-American broadcasters. When local pop station KMEL started playing hip-hop aggressively, Cook pioneered a new kind of prime-time community affairs program, blending music with activism. In 1956 disc jockey and social activist Zenas Sears established the Atlanta radio station WAOK, one of the first in the country to play blues, rhythm and blues, and soul music as the primary format. Entercom has announced Juandolyn Stokes will be the new midday show host for News & Talk 1380 (WAOK-AM), Atlanta's news and talk that speaks for the community. Rashad finished his Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Beulah Heights University and completed studies in Executive Leadership from Cornell University through their SC College of Business. Mr. Boazman was also selected to be a prestigious German Marshall Fund Fellow. He was 54 year old. Petey Greene | Source: Joseph Klipple / Getty. Early on my career in the mid 80s, I could not afford to pay for admission to get into Jack the Rapper so me and a few friends would sneak in at the airport in Atlanta. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". Ive been to all the industry conferences and without question, Jack the Rapper was the best one of ALL. As host of The Rashad Richey Morning Show on News & Talk 1380-WAOK, Dr. Richey always brings you relevant information, the best debates, and most insightful interviews in the media. He is remembered for his warmth and good humor. But Macks aggressive programming of rap music made KDAY the first station to embrace rap as a core part of its programming and helped launch the L.A. rap scene. Requests for permission to publish or reproduce the resource should be submitted to, The New Georgia Encyclopedia does not hold the copyright for this media resource and can neither grant nor deny permission to republish or reproduce the image online or in print. V103.3 on-air personality Frank Ski, former colleague Elle Duncan, WAOK radio host Rashad Richey, and former V103 traffic reporter Crash Clark are among those asking for prayers for Cameron as he recovers from surgery last week. Tune in every. Frank Ski has been an integral part of our local Atlanta community for well over a generation. Mays started on WAOK as The Mystery Lady in 1954, and in 1955 (after revealing her identity) she hosted the Dream Girl Show. Sears, with help from Mays and Perryman, started the WAOK Road Shows, traveling revues that brought R&B and gospel music to venues around the Southeast. Unfortunately for Mays, none of these songs were ever released by Savoy. Ziila Mays R & B music appears in compilation albums such as those from Ace (UK) and a four disc Mercury R & B retrospective from the late forties and early fifties. Black radio and their personalities perform that role today. Among our listeners it is ranked no. All Rights Reserved. When I worked at KDKO in the early 90s a lot of people that came into contact with him were terrified by his presence and honesty. Copyright 2023 Interactive One, LLC. She was a singer AND a radio DJ known as the Mystery Lady. PART OF AUDACY NEWS. WAOK 1380 is one of America's most listened to radio stations providing news and information on the AM dial in Atlanta. Source. Sears was also involved in promoting and recording the concerts of the eras top R&B artists, including a 1959 appearance by Ray Charles that was eventually released by Atlantic Records as Ray Charles in Person. The National Black Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2022 will be honored at a ceremony on Oct. 3 at the Emerson Theater at Stowe State University. In February of 1954 Mercury releases Seems Like You Just Dont Care and Take Your Time on # 70313. Too bad there is no video of the 80s Jack the Rapper on line. Williams transformed the schools talent show, a modest money-maker known as the Booker T. Washington Ballet, into a star-studded production that outgrew the high school and had to move to the Ellis Auditorium downtown; some years it ran for three nights. Up from the very soul of breathing. "WAOK." Douglas Wendell Jocko Henderson | Source: Getty Images / Getty. Its slogan "Voice of the South" inspired other radio stations around the country to invent their own slogans. But after becoming one of the first Black jocks to cross over into more mainstream radio (as one of WMCAs Good Guys), Crocker crossed back when a Black-owned consortium hired him for a new FM station in New York called WBLS. Mays started on WAOK as The Mystery Lady in 1954, and in 1955 (after revealing her identity) she hosted the Dream Girl Show. Sears, with help from Mays and Perryman, started the WAOK Road Shows, traveling revues that brought R&B and gospel music to venues around the Southeast. His show Real Talk with Rashad Richey reaches more than three million listeners daily and is based out of Atlanta on WAOK. Russ Parr | Source: The Washington Post / Getty. I desperately wish I had audio of her on the air but I did find one of her songs. I had no idea she had such an incredible legacy. In 1982, Steinberg purchased WMZK-AM and changed the call letters to WQBH in order to offer more gospel music-oriented programming. Douglas Radio DJo Henderson (March 8, 1918, Baltimore -July 15, 2000) was an American radio deejay. Part cohost and part cosigner, Quivers has maintained a precarious and controversial role as a foil for Sterns arguably racist rants: Does her presence give Stern a pass, or does she keep him in check? in: Ltradio List of personalities View source This is a list of notable American talk radio hosts who express a liberal or progressive viewpoint, past and present. At this time she revealed her identity on her Mystery Lady radio show and became known as The Dream Girl. Wife Alexandria is no wallflower either. This philanthropic work led to Rashad being honored by President Barack Obama with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. Miller, Matthew. 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On March 15, 1954, WATL changed its call sign to WAOK. He is a smart and hard-working political pro, and an effective ambassador for progressive values. 10:15 am. He gave me some of the best advice that I still try to follow today. Someone posted a few days ago about writing a book about Atlanta radio and the personalities. Can I listen to live sports games . New Construction: Everything You Need To Know. After leaving the army in 1945, he took a job at WATL in Atlanta, and in 1948 he moved to WGST, a station located on the Georgia Institute of Technology campus. Her first radio job was on Memphis WDIA starting in 1954. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, he became involved with the civil rights movement under the leadership of Martin Luther King Jr., and his social views were reflected in WAOKs programming, which included such programs as Two Worlds, a talk show that fostered dialogue between Blacks and whites in and around Atlanta, and a show featuring Sears and James Alley Pat Patrick, a popular Black disc jockey in Atlanta. "I look forward to sharing my lifelong values and views on the topics affecting our community to deliver a quality, informative show for our listeners to tune in to.". For more information about Frank and his legacy, visit www.frankski.com. She also volunteers her time to speak to local K-12 schools and various corporate groups. Ryan is the father of three children - daughters Ryan Megan and Kai and son Cayden. In the late 1950s, black radio dj Zilla Mays continued her radio career in Atlanta and moved back toward the music of her youth, that of the Black church. KMOX refers to itself as "NewsRadio 1120 - The Voice of St. Louis." ** = Audacy operates pursuant to a local marketing agreement with Martz Communications Group. Ironically, the industry did not want to be around rappers and rap music. Sure! Mr. Boazman is President and CEO of Global Leadership Solutions, Inc., which specializes in strategic planning and group facilitation activities. Richey tells the Atlanta Journal-Constitution 's Rodney Ho that he has been teased by friends due to being a younger member of the Hall. And to be recognized for it alongside the industries best is humbling.- Derrick DB Boazman. Retrieved Aug 24, 2020, from https://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/arts-culture/waok/. He is Host of the award-winning Rashad Richey Morning Show on News & Talk 1380 - WAOK and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM . Life [ edit] She was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and started singing in church. By 1957, the station was on the air 24 hours a day. Herb Kent was a high school student on Chicagos South Side when he began his radio career hosting a classical music program for WBEZ/Chicago. 2 WOW, NOBODY guessed who these people are. Rashad Richey secured the top ranking with 48% of the votes, Frank Ski came in third with 18% and Derrick Boazman rounded off at fourth place with 9% of the votes. Nat D. Williams Remembered from Memphis Music Hall of Fame on Vimeo. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. Through political activism, mentoring, community involvement, leadership development and the power of media, Rashad has seen lives change for the better, including his own. Broadcasting first on WGPR in Detroit, Mojo challenged ideas about the role of a radio jockey. WAOK's very own realtor expert, Mary Gill, finds another real estate opportunity for you. ", On February 2, 2017, CBS Radio announced it would merge with Entercom. . I did an internship at WAOK and I worked for Keith. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. Sears was also involved in promoting and recording the concerts of the eras top R&B artists, including a 1959 appearance by, that was eventually released by Atlantic Records as, Civil Rights & Modern Georgia, Since 1945, The New Georgia Encyclopedia does not hold the copyright for this media resource and can neither grant nor deny permission to republish or reproduce the image online or in print. A nationally renowned pioneer blending hip-hop, radio and community activism, David Cook moved from the Bronx to the Bay Area shortly after the dawn of the hip-hop era. A Charlotte native, Wood was known professionally . IT'S OUT OF PLACE ON WAOK! Many younger industry people are under the impression the conference started in the early 90s, not so, the conference drastically CHANGED and ENDED in the early 90s. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. The late Mix Master Mitch, who hosted the Classix House Party on Radio One R&B oldies Classix 102.9, will be inducted posthumously. Mack gave the first airplay to now-legendary acts like the LA Dream Team, Egyptian Lover, World Class Wreckin Cru, Dr. Dre, Eazy E, Ice T, Ice Cube, NWA, Tone Loc and dozens more. Star (Troi Torain) and his stepbrother Buc Wild (Timothy Joseph) started their radio journey in March of 2000 hosting the morning show on Hot 97 in New York City. Williams currently hosts her own daytime TV talk show. Making Atlanta Better-Frank Rodriguez. It was PURE magic in those days, music blaring from every suite on every floor and people partying hard with the music stars. Rashad is a proud member of the Atlanta Press Club, American Association of University Professors, National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), Atlanta NAACP as well as various civic groups. In 1963 she moved to Detroit, Michigan, where she was heard on WCHB-AM and then throughout the late 1960s and 1970s on WJLB. In this edition of The Mental Space with Sean Garvey, media personality, author, philanthropist, and The Cool Soror Podcast host Rashan Ali visits the show to discuss her life experiences as an. As a teenager, Rashad experienced life as a foster child and encountered true despair during those years, thats why today he tirelessly advocates improving the lives of those who are less fortunate. As I have stated many times, Radio DJs today and even during MY generation will never know the freedom DJs had back then, thats why I got into radio to BE Steve Harvey not to board op his show (lol). I saw how true political change could spark genuine progress in our community. But Fat Daddy has become such a large character with everybody that now I program for white and black both. In 1978, Henderson made an unsuccessful bid for a seat in the United States House of Representatives in Pennsylvanias 2nd congressional district. Finance Committee Member. WVON is More Than a Radio Station. Born in 1938, Baltimore native Paul Johnson was raised near Pennsylvania Avenue, graduated from Douglass High School, where he was sports editor of the school paper, and later received a bachelors degree in journalism and communications from the University of Maryland, College Park. When Rashad is not on the radio, hes on television as the daily Political Analyst for CBS 46 News and Peachtree TV Atlanta, where he provides insightful commentary, special reporting, and breakdowns of local, national and international news; his political commentaries are often picked up by local news affiliates across the country. People, Passion and Politics with Robert Patillo, Mary Gill Presents The Deal Of The Decade. Galaxy News Radio: Lullaby: Blip: 1477085 Records DK: 04:01 PM: A.G. tha Pharoah: With the Astronauts Intro: With the Astronauts: 906772 Records DK: 04:01 PM: Yussef Dayes,Alfa Mist,Mansur Brown: Love Is the Message: Love Is the Message: MERLIN - Cashmere Thoughts: 04:07 PM: Beatchild: Byram's Groove (Cut a Rug) Soul Movement Vol. Later she would be the upfront lead singer for another band led by her brother called the Willie Mays Blues Caravan. The former WJLB-AM became WMZK with an ethnic format. Atlanta Radio Personalities Among National Black Radio Hall Of Fame Inductees. Apr 15, 2015. Surf-Part Timer at 99X. Audio stops playing on Samsung Galaxy mobile devices or accessories. KMOX (1120 AM) is a commercial radio station in St. Louis, Missouri.Owned by Audacy, Inc., it is a 50,000 watt Class A clear-channel station with a non-directional signal.The KMOX studios and offices are on Olive Street at Tucker Boulevard in the Park Pacific Building in St. Louis. On March 15, 1996, Granum Communications sold WAOK and WVEE to Infinity Broadcasting, a division of CBS Radio. Sign up for NewsOne's email newsletter! But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. [7]. In 2017, Mr. Boazman started taking an annual pilgrimage to Africa with hundreds of his radio listeners from all over the country. WAOK, an Atlanta AM radio station owned by Zenas Sears, was one of the first in the nation to feature as its primary format such. Our audiences know how committed to the community our teams are and the Atlanta Business Journal Digitals poll positively reflects that passion. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. They were into the music and they made sure the audience was into it too. Beasley Media/Tampa Names Rick Thomas Brand Manager, RAB Hires Lawrence to Oversee National Radio Talent System, MIW Welcomes Randi P'Pool to its Board of Directors, AWMF Extends Deadline for the 2023 Gracie Award Entries, KOA/Denver Adds Ryan Edwards to ''The KOA Sports Zoo'', NHL, SiriusXM & SiriusXM Canada Ink Multi-year Extension. "Juandolyn Stokes is a leader in our community and embodies the WAOK mission . Handles checked baggage, package express and company materials in the station and on/off trains. Dr. Daddio is absolutely one of the industry people and a legend that I truly respect. Here we listed some of the most important vintage Black jocks to the radio industry legacy. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. This was something I was not used to growing on the harsh East Side of Buffalo. Rodney Ho writes about entertainment for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution including TV, radio, film, comedy and all things in between. (previous page) * List of old-time American radio people; A. Al B. When his career began in the 1970's he was fired from multiple radio stations because as a news commentator he was seen as too controversial. Friday marks National Radio Day, the annual celebration of all things radio. Stream, read and download News-Talk 1380 AM WAOK from any device on Audacy. There were fights and hotels were destroyed and by the next year, the conference went from thousands of attendees to about a hundred. In late May 1982, studios and offices were relocated to 401 West Peachtree Street. Includes announcement that the format will shift from 97.3 to 106.9 FM. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. During her time at WJLB, she led the stations on-air staff in protest of the fact that the station at the time had no African-American employees outside of the air staff. All news, and all that matters to you in Atlanta, plus 24-hour traffic updates, weather & sports stories. She is now operations manager at both WAOK and V-103 and program director at WAOK. The FCC granted approval for the sale of the station on April 1, 1974, to Broadcast Enterprise Network, Inc. Ragan Augustus Henry, a Philadelphia attorney, headed the new organization as President and 53% owner. waok.radio.com uses Chartbeat, DoubleClick for Publishers (DFP . In March 1954 Sears left WGST and, working with a group of investors, in 1956 purchased WATL (located at 1380 on the AM radio dial) from James Woodruff for $500,000. The AOK designation preceded the popular astronaut slang expression A-OK by many years. Star & Buc Wild (left) | Source: Getty Images / Getty. In the late 1940s, Kent divided his time between playing records at WGRY/Gary and acting in radio dramas for Chicagos NBC affiliate, WMAQ. Black radio has become Hip-Hop and R&B radio. Disc #4 - More classic R&B / Soul music from radio WAOK in July 1971 - first part of the Duane Jones afternoon show. Radio has changed. The public recognition of her life and work came with her Pioneer Award from the NAACP in 1986. Rashad Richey, 40, who hosts mornings at Audacy news/talk WAOK (1380), will be the youngest inductee to date. Learn more about each host and see why they are worthy of the esteemed recognition of Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta!, "Humbled and thankful to even be mentioned alongside so many radio giants. In November Groove releases two tunes originally done at the 1951 Savoy sessions Right Now and Come Back To Me on Groove # 0127. Greene got an unusual start to his broadcasting career when he began DJing for the Virginia prison in which he was serving a five-year sentence for armed robbery. Everyone loves a fat man! Here's how to get started: Request a swab kit online. Source: The Dream Girl : Zilla Mays 2008JCMarion. Ross has had many roles at the two stations over the years including news reporter, news anchor, news director and public affairs director at WAOK. After college, Williams started her career in radio as an intern for Kiss 108 in Boston, and made the move to New York Citys Kiss-FM, where she eventually landed her own air shift; and then on to New Yorks Hot 97. Angela Yee, co-host of the Premiere Networks-syndicated The Breakfast Club, gospel musician and radio host Dr. Bobby Jones and the Reverend Al Sharpton will also be inducted into the hall. January 2014 - Present. Mr. Boazman is an advocate for the inalienable rights of people of color and has appeared on CNNs Talkback Live, ABCs Nightline, Court TV, dozens of nationally syndicated radio programs, as well as being interviewed by the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times and the New Yorker Magazine. The late black radio dj Keith Pollard The Discotizer was dating a girl I knew in the neighborhood in Buffalo and it was shortly before he got hired to work at WAOK in Atlanta. A legendary disc jockey on the airwaves of Philadelphia and New York in the 1950s and 1960s, Douglas Wendell Jocko Henderson was a pioneer of the slick-talking, rapid-fire radio patter that influenced Black and White jockeys nationwide and laid a cultural foundation for rap music. From Atlanta, Gibson moved on to Louisville, Kentucky, where he called himself Radio DJey Jack and wore Radio DJey silks as a play on the name of his chosen profession. He taught there for more than four decades and could brag about the number of his students who went on to serve in the state legislature. Evidently nothing became of that signing and there is little information of any sessions recorded by Mays for that label. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. WAOK was acquired by The Atlanta OK Broadcasting Company in January 1956. Starting in the Pacific Northwest in 1963, he did venture out with stints in places like Milwaukee and Atlanta's WAOK radio only to return to Seattle. Rufus Thomas | Source: Getty Images / Getty. Russ Parr began his career as a stand-up comedian in California and got his start in radio on Los Angeless famed KDAY. The Wake Up Show eventually became internationally syndicated, reaching more than 20 different markets in five countries. He tirelessly coordinate the different political activities within the State Political Party. Clarence Carter, Marvin Gaye, The Delfonics, Joe Tex, The Artistics and more. Both "What'd I Say" and "Tell The Truth" had been recorded in the same session in New York City on February 18, 1959, but the album What'd I Say would not be released until October 19, 1959, and the studio version of "Tell The Truth" was never released until 2005 (Pure Genius: The Complete Atlantic Recordings 1952-1959.) Built for comfort, not for speed. After his dissertation was defended and published, Rashad accepted a professorial position at Beulah Heights University in Atlanta, GA where he teaches courses in Business and Leadership Studies. As networks began to lead the new medium in its first . During the year Zilla had her own radio show on Atlantas WAOK. WIVY Jacksonville "Y103 Top 40 1979 13 min. the news story probably hurt the event even more from its days of being a private industry event. Black Radio DJs were not just people who played records but they rallied the community in times of need, hosted concerts and fed the hungry on holidays. Gibson learned about radio while working as a gofer for deejay Al Benson in Chicago. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Heres a soul kiss for ya, mmmmmmmmh! Two years later, Frankie Crocker hired Williams at WBLS-FM in her hometown, New York City. WAOK (1380 AM) is a commercial radio station in Atlanta, Georgia. Derrick Boazman. For the correct operation of your "radio waok 1380 atlanta" application you need an internet connection, it does not work 100% without internet. He founded BENI (Broadcast Enterprises National, Inc.) in 1974 as a Black-owned business venture. Marconi Radio Awards for 2018 Legendary Station. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. I left that station and a few years later started Radio Facts. Please go back to the daytime program replays for your evening lineup. Rickey Smiley Reacts to 10 Classic Skits from Black Sketch Comedy Shows, Greenleaf presents case study at Virtual Education Communicators Boot Camp, Top 12 Best Black Female Singers of All Time. Nevertheless, Gibsons conference is STILL being talked about today almost 20 years after the last one took place and many years since his death. Zilla Mays, who died in 1995, was a mainstay of the Sears operation, remaining at WAOK until the early 1990s and logging a total of thirty-seven years at the station. Later he became Jack the Rapper, a nickname he maintained through several stations and into his own business as the publisher of Jack the Rapper, a radio industry publication, and as a producer of radio and music business conferences. The New Georgia Encyclopedia does not hold the copyright for this media resource and can neither grant nor deny permission to republish or reproduce the image online or in print. [12] A Construction Permit for the expanded band station was assigned the call letters WAZJ on March 23, 1998. It is owned by Audacy, Inc. and airs a talk radio format aimed at the African American community. 2023 Audacy, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Though resistant to rap, he played some of the first hip-hop records and hired hip-hops first legendary radio jock, Mr. Magic. Listen Now. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. He is also active with the United Youth-Adult Conference. Longtime DJ for Atlanta's WAOK AM and beloved member of Atlanta's radio and music community for 25 years. Learn more on Audacy. Stokes can also be heard during weekly syndicated radio inspirational features and is also a frequent co-host for WATC-DT in Atlanta. In New Georgia Encyclopedia. By contrast, AM 750 WSB was running the maximum power of 50,000 watts and AM 590 WAGA (now WDWD) was running 5,000 watts. Source. Position will be governed by all Corporate and station policies. Rashad is a very hard working young professional who knows "his onions". Click next below each person. Under his direction, the program shifted from the more formal ballet (though it always retained that name) to include popular entertainment like song, comedy, and tap routines. This video was of one of the last conferences done in Orlando, FL. Chart positions This show was 95th in the global r&b chart. He commanded a substantial following on radio and in the community, leading gospel record companies and promoters to solicit his opinion and support on artists and recordings. Several Atlanta radio pros have been named to the National Black Radio Hall of Fames Class of 2022. Gibson got his start on the very first Black-owned radio station, Atlantas WERD, in 1949. According to the magazine, almost 5,000 votes were cast. At any rate, I would hear Zilla every day and then I met her once. Henderson continued on the stations WDAS and WHAT until 1974, deejaying in Philadelphia and New York as well as hosting concerts in both cities and a TV music program in New York. Entercom Radio Atlanta hosts Rashad Richey(1380WAOK/WVEE-V-103), Frank Ski(WVEE-V-103), and Derrick Boazman(1380WAOK) recentlydominatedthree of the top four spots on the Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta poll by the Atlanta Business Journal Digital. ThroughoutAmerican history, Black disc jockeys did more than just spin records. In 1961, Checker Records in Chicago released Zilla Mays two-part recording of Prayers For Jackie on # 973. His voice and delivery have been described as precise and sonorous yet high-pitched and pressurized. His outrageous monologues rolled forth with a gospel-like fervor.. Courtesy of Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 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