Sign up for our weekly newsletter. Learn more about Social Responsibility at WHYY. Loraine Ballard Morrill was a radio novice when she came on the scene in the early 1980s as a public affairs coordinator for Power 99-FM, the upstart hip-hop station. Beachin, Air name of Bob Elliott, a/k/a K.O. Our people need to understand our history. WebAdam Carolla. (air name of Michael Guerra, Jr., a/k/a BobbyTripp), Winkly &Nutly Report To The Nation, 1960, Broadcast: KYA Channel 1260,April 14, 1961*, Broadcast: KYA Channel 1260, December 15, 1961, Broadcast: KEWB Channel 91,December 25, 1964*. In-depth analysis and commentary on today's biggest news stories as only the BBC can deliver. Ive always wanted to get the show to as many listeners as possible. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. He had quite a legacy in the radio, which spanned nearly 50 years. Broadcast: S.F. WebHost of Tony Brown's Journal: Tammy Bruce: Radio Personality: 19-Aug-1962 : Right-wing radio pundit, columnist: David Brudnoy: Radio Personality: 5-Jun-1940: 8-Dec Pilkington is credited with co-founding a TV production company called RiSK Productions. Tony Brown, who hosted the show The Quiet Storm for many years on WDAS FM 105.3, died Wednesday, Feb. 24 according to reports. We created history together with the Jena Six. 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. Please give today. Mid-Day Air Talent Beachin), Broadcast: 610/KFRC, December 6, 1968 (K.O. ), Broadcast: KDIA Burgie Show, December 28, 1962*, Broadcast: KDIA Lucky 13 (Excerpt), 1964*. \"We go all the way to right out of high school. * Included inKYA: The Sixties Collection. R.I.P. ** Included in KYA:The 1970s Collection. He had quite a legacy in the radio, which spanned nearly 50 years. Mark Adams Newscast: KYA Radio, April 14, 1961 * * Included in KYA: The Sixties Relax, find someone you care about, and spend some time with them.. Please feel free to suggest He is dead now since 1991 and received two purple hearts yet could not get a loan from a bank with the approval of some white persons signature. please call me at 318-405-0434, I need your help, my land is in jeopardy, FEMA is stealing black people land, I need publicity to get my property back and the raising funds that was never given to us. So many people grew up with Tony Brown and listened to Tony Brown. Tony Brown and Cody Anderson, legends in the pantheon of Philly Black radio, recently died within one week of each other. Broadcast: KNEWSinatra Special, May 1970*. Learn more about Social Responsibility at WHYY. 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. WDAS radio personality Patty Jackson was very impressed with his talent and longevity in the radio business. MAIL, E-MAIL AND PHONE COMPROMISED. He was the host of The Quiet Storm, which aired on 105.3 WDAS FM weeknights from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m., 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. And we serve as a place where people can share their thoughts and that still exists. Martin Luther King Jr. considered Woods a friend and once gave him a shout-out while making a speech in Philadelphia. Photograph: Chris Has Loved Radio Since an Early Age! * Included inKITS: The Complete Airchecks Collection. Cody Anderson opened up doors for Black radio in Philadelphia that before him, werent open. His smooth voice and style provided his radio listeners with classic R\u0026B and latest sounds of music. He is a go-to voice on Midwest politics and culture and is an honest voice on, and supporter of, pop culture. * Included inKYA: The SeventiesCollection. * Included inKMPX: The Big Band Era. 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. * Included in As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. WNOR Urban Radio - Norfolk, VA, Night Talent Brown, who hosts a locally based radio show called Eyes Open With Tony Brown, was arrested and charged with disturbing the peace by fighting. He credits his success and longevity in radio to God and his loyal listeners, without whom the past 40+ years would not have been possible Id love to be on the radio for many more.. Drink! Noted WDAS radio personality Tony Brown dies at 75. * Included inKYA: The 1970s Collection. WebTony Brown, the WDAS FM host famous for his show 'The Quiet Storm' died on February 24, 2021, at the age of 75. He was treated at the very same V.A. Copyright 2023 Interactive One, LLC. Billy Joel & Stevie Nicks floor seat tickets, In this archival photo at WDAS, Tony Brown sits in the front row fourth from the left with Dyana Williams to his immediate left. WHYY provides trustworthy, fact-based, local news and information and world-class entertainment to everyone in our community. A personality that showcased both knowledge and extreme passion. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2023 Interactive One, LLC. And that was his philosophy, to foster that family-oriented atmosphere at the station.. Thanking you in advance, Hello Mr. Brown I have been listening to your show for sometime now and have never been able to get you on the phone line. Quiet Storm" / Fill-in on AM It was a pleasure. system. my email is [emailprotected], Could you call me at 318-274-2311. Air name of Larry OBrien, a/k/a Charles W. Brown, Broadcast:KPEN 101.3 FM, January 23, 1967*. He hosted the show "The Quiet Storm" which aired on 105.3 WDAS weeknights from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. His smooth voice and style provided listeners with classic R&B and the latest sounds of music. Veteran with more relatives still in harms way in the military. \"We knew the transition. Every summer for more than 30 years, Unity Day would draw hundreds of thousands of people along the Ben Franklin Parkway to listen to free live entertainment, take in multicultural literary workshops, art exhibitions, and activities for children. * Included inThe Don Sherwood Collection. WebDiscover Monday's shows for WDAS in Philadelphia, PA. Philly's 105.3 FM - the Best R&B & Throwbacks Broadcast: 1260/KYA, November 30, 1968*, Photograph: At 560KSFO/93.3 KYA-FM, Summer 1991. His unmistakable baritone anchored his highly-rated Quiet Storm program on WDAS for more than 40 years. 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. (Courtesy of Dyana Williams). Nettleton had started out in radio in Pottstown in 1958 and moved into the Philadelphia radio scene in 1966. He left in 1969 to host an NYC show at WABC, then Nearly every Black person who worked in Black radio in Philadelphia over the past 40 years couldnt help but benefit from Andersons vision and guidance. Exhibit includes audio. WebA Gray Media Group, Inc. Station - 2002-2023 Gray Television, Inc. 2002-2023 Gray Television, Inc. Beachin), Broadcast: 610/KFRC, December 6, 1968 (K.O. "Tony Brown was an exceptional talent and an example for us all.". He has also done work on CNN and MSNBC, and his articles have appeared on TownHall, The Christian Post, and The Daily Caller. Interviewwith The Beatles (August 1965)*, Rosko (air name of William(Bill) Roscoe Mercer, q.v. When we consider the pantheon of Philadelphia radio, Tony Browns name belongs high up there with other great broadcasters, and certainly Cody Andersons, Music News J. Cole, Drake, Usher & More To Perform At Dreamville Fest 2023 Feb 28, 2023. Jolly Rogers (air nameof John Colon, a/k/aJackson King). We hope you enjoy these classic broadcasts from voices both famous and forgotten. HELLO,IM TRYIN TO CONTACT YOU IN REGARDS TO THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM OF AVOYELLES PARISH.THERE WAS AN INCIDENT THAT OCCURED AT A NIGHT CLUB AND ME AND MY FIANCE HAS BEEN VIOLATED PRETTY MUCH.I HAVE BEEN ARRESTED AND STILL BEING HARASSED HES BEEN ARRESTED AND CHARGED WITH A SECOND DEGREE MURDER CHARGE AND WE REALLY ARE IN DESPERATE NEED OF HELP. * Included in theComplete KDIA Lucky 13 Collection. Win Tickets to New Edition's Legacy Tour! Multimedia journalist and author Solomon Jones, host of WURDs morning show, Wake up with WURD, said Anderson reminded the staff of its power to influence during a December tribute the station held in Andersons honor. He means a whole lot to me., According to WDAS website: For more than 40 years, Browns voice has been synonymous with the sounds of the night in the Delaware Valley. KAYT was good to me, but I now have an opportunity to create a new history towards taking my show to a larger audience through syndication, Brown said. * Included in TheKSAN & KSOL Collection. He had quite a legacy in |A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M| Copyright 2023 WPVI-TV. WHYY thanks our sponsors become a WHYY sponsor. * Included inKYA: The 1970sCollection. Though syndication is on the horizon, Brown said the move to KTTP on an AM frequency will limit his audience reach temporarily, but it will allow him to aggressively go after the pieces of the pie that I wasnt able to consume before. KAYT is a noncommercial radio station unlike KTTP, which is a commercial station that will allow a broader advertising base, Brown said. Web Member, Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame A Ken Ackerman Broadcast: KQW 30th Anniversary (November 10, 1945) Broadcast: Music Till Dawn (February 20, 1962) * Interview with Tony Bennett (1972) * * Included in The Complete KCBS Collection. I resently retired from the V.A. I think one year we had 1 million people, and not one arrest, no issues, Williams said. How their historic legacies live on. Seals vs. Seattle Totems (WHL Hockey), May 6, 1963, Broadcast: S.F. WRBD / Urban R&B Radio - Ft Lauderdale, FL, Program / Music Photographs: AtKJBS Radio, 1931 and 1953, Narrator: The Sounds ofSan Francisco from the KGO Music Tower, 1962*, Broadcast: KSOLSoul 145, March 29, 1967. Brown's legacy in radio spanned nearly 50 years. Want a digest of WHYYs programs, events & stories? WDAS radio personality Patty Jackson says Brown will always be remembered as a broadcasting legend. * Included inKNEW: The 910 Collection. 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. Carolyn Frazier, KTTPs station manager, said she welcomes Brown and co-producer Octavia Jackson to the KTTP family. Generations of Philadelphians fell under the infectious spell of their indefatigable champion of oldies, Jerry Blavat. I met him before either of us started our radio careers. Broadcast: KQW 30th Anniversary, November 10, 1945, (Air name of Ivan Ivanovich Nicholai Nikolaivich Putily Vasily Kuropatkin du la Chappelle), Broadcast: KABL960, September 8, 1960 (Newscast only), Broadcast: KMPXBig Band 107, c. 1975*. I talk to you last year about putting me on the show because I have been violated my rights concerning Katrina where we had raising funds that the people of Plaquemine Parish did not receive anything, Road Home & FEMA was suppose to help us and they didnt, I am still homeless living in my van, I am disabled and I cant go back home. The free WHYY News Daily newsletter delivers the most important local stories to your inbox. Jerry Wells sits third from the right. Brown's legacy in radio spanned nearly 50 years. Created strategic planning with staff and WFTV-TV 9 (ABC) Orlando, FL, Mid-Day Air Talent WOWI-FM 103 / WBSK 1350 - US Radio Norfolk, VA Brown had been ill Tony Katz is the award-winning host of Tony Katz and the Morning News on 93.1FM WIBC in Indianapolis, IN. This summer, PhillyCAM became the first to launch a new national pre-apprenticeship program to create a pipeline of diverse talent in TV, film and news. Local News PRIDE OF PHILLY: February 28th, 2023 - Quinta Brunson Feb 28, 2023. Philly's 105.3 FM - the Best R&B & Throwbacks, iHeartRadio Ultimate Contest, Sweatfest Punta Cana with Keith Sweat. Its how we live. Brown was 75. He had Broadcast: KPENWar Of The Worlds, April 17, 1964*. His smooth voice and style provided his radio listeners with classic R&B and latest sounds of music. Seals vs.Quebec Aces (WHL Hockey), February 16, 1966, Broadcast: TheFinal KMEL Morning Zoo, March 29, 1991, Broadcast: KNEWSinatra Special, May 1970, Broadcast: KGO Sunrise Roundup, Feb. 11, 1948, Broadcast: KEWBChannel 91, October 1961, Broadcast: KSAN1450 AM, December 15, 1960, Broadcast: KDIA 1310 AM, December 28, 1962, Broadcast: 1260/KYA, May 29, 1970 (Newscast only), Broadcast: KYA Channel 1260,April 14, 1961, Broadcast: KYA Channel 1260, December 15, 1961, Broadcast: KEWB Channel 91,December 25, 1964, Broadcast: The KYA Mix Tape, July 13, 1977, One Million Lean Gene Greens (Promotional Money),Circa 1965, Broadcast: GeneNelsons 30th Anniversary, December 1, 1992, Broadcast: KGONews/Talk 81 Friday Night Rock Trivia, June 1978, Article: KSAN/KDIAJumpin George Lawsuit, 1960, Broadcast: Bob Dylan Special #176 on KSAN, April 26, 1969, Broadcast: KEWBChannel 91, December 19, 1964, Broadcast: The Sinatra Specialon KNEW, May 1970, Interviewwith The Beatles (August 1965), Broadcast: KDIA Burgie Show, December 28, 1962, Broadcast: KFRC/61 (October 1964; newscast only), Broadcast:KIOI/KNEW Simulcast, August 25, 1998, Broadcast:KIOI/KIQI Simulcast, March 10, 1974, KYA Official 12-60 Survey, March 23,1968, Autobiography: Bruce Sedley By Bruce Sedley, Broadcast: KDIA Boss SoulRadio, Summer 1967, Man On TheStreet Bloopers with Jack Carney, Broadcast: Big 610 Becomes Magic 61, August 11, 1986, Tell It Goodbye: ATribute To Lon Simmons, Broadcast: KYASports Page Of The Air, April 15, 1942, Broadcast: KPENWar Of The Worlds, April 17, 1964, Broadcast: K-101(KIOI), January 25, 1974, Broadcast: S.F. Broadcast:KITS Live 105, November 5, 1990*. "We have to speak to the greatness of this radio icon who walked through the doors of WDAS FM," said Derrick Corbett, Senior Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Philadelphia. * Included in TheComplete KMEL Collection. Born: 11-Apr-1933Birthplace: Charleston, WV, Gender: MaleRace or Ethnicity: BlackOccupation: Talk Show Host, Radio Personality, Author, Nationality: United StatesExecutive summary: Host of Tony Brown's Journal, High School: Garnet High School, Charleston, WV University: BA Sociology, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI (1959) University: MA Psychiatric Social Work, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI (1961) Professor: Central Washington University Professor: Federal City College Administrator: Dean, School of Communications, Howard University (1971-72) Administrator: Dean, Hampton University (2004-), Do you know something we don't? 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. Celebrated WDAS radio personality Tony Brown dies at 75. Benny By TheBay: Jack Bennys San Francisco Broadcasts, Air name of Richard Quinn, a/k/a Tony Pigg, Broadcast:1260/KYA, c. November 1967*. Seals vs. Seattle Totems (WHL Hockey), 1963, Pictured: Raider Radio Network Stations, 1967, Broadcast: Warriors vs. 76ers, November 25, 1977, Broadcast: Raiders vs. Chargers, September 10, 1978, The BayArea Radio Digest Interview, March 1990, Jackson King (air nameof John Colon, a/k/aJolly Rogers), Broadcast: KSOL Soul Radio, July 12, 1966 (Newscast), Broadcast:KCBS Excerpt (September 18, 1963), Broadcast: K-101(KIOI), March 4, 1999*. WHYY offers a voice to those not heard, a platform to share everyones stories, a foundation to empower early and lifelong learners and a trusted space for unbiased news. Brown joined WDAS in 1972 with his show "The Extrasensory Connection," which became known as "The Quiet Storm" in 1976. books that might be critical omissions. AGA Associates, Ltf. Bayley), Broadcast: KGO The Good Word, 1947 (As Announcer), Broadcast: KFRC Presents FatherHarry of The God Squad, 1978, Interview: When Bad Things Happen Summer 1992, Broadcast: Colts vs. 49ers, December 8, 1957, Broadcast:KEWB Channel 91, January 19, 1966, PDF:From KPEN to KOFY: James Gabberts Scrapbook, Broadcast:KPEN Excursions In Sound, 1959 and 1960, Broadcast: KPENMighty Wurlitzer Concert, May 30, 1964, The Pop Chronicles Presents The Forties, Nov. 5, 1972, Broadcast:KKIQ Livermore-Pleasanton, c. 1991, Interviewed: KGO/Art Finley Show, May 9, 1978, Broadcast: KFRC/61, October 1964 (Traffic Report Only), Broadcast:Starlight Salute Excerpt (July 16, 1966), Broadcast: KCBS Newsradio 25th Anniversary, May 20, 1993, Broadcast: Magic 61 Era Ends, August 12, 1993, Broadcast: KNEW Channel 91, June 30, 1974, Broadcast:KQW 30th Anniversary, November 10, 1945, Broadcast: KOIT93.3 FM (August 29, 1971), Broadcast: Family Radio 610/KFRC, April 29, 2005, Broadcast:1260/KYA as Michael Spears, October 13, 1974, Broadcast: KPENWar Of The Worlds, April 17, 1964, Broadcast: KFOG 104.5 FM, September 17, 1982, Broadcast: S.F. Longtime radio host John DeBella sued for sexual harassment. WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. * Included inKSFO: The SoundOf The City Collection. (LogOut/ Please don't use YouTube strikes! Hell, this is why the nickname of Mad Dog stuck. Rapides Parish And the bottom line became much more important than having a mission in the community.. But she also believes Black radio still has the ability to intimately serve and connect with its listeners. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. 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. ** Included in KNEW: The 910Collection. Dr. Don Rose (air name of Donald Duane Rosenberg), Broadcast:KKIS/Concord, January 5, 1987*. Tony Katz is the award-winning host of Tony Katz and the Morning News on 93.1FM WIBC in Indianapolis, IN. ** Producer. The Bay Area has been trulyblessed by the radio talent that weve enjoyed over the years. 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. He also hosts the Midwest syndicated Tony Katz Today radio program. Every night at 7, he invited listeners to spend a Brown night with Tony, where he would spin slow jams with a touch of jazz that evoked romance. Adam Carolla (; born May 27, 1964) is an American comedian, radio personality, television host, actor, podcaster, and director. The owner says Amys Pizzeria is getting calls from around the world. \"We've visited each other's houses and hanging out and going to concerts. Its folks like Cody who showed why its important to reach the African American community.. But times have changed. Brown and Anderson, iconic figures, who for a time worked together at WDAS-FM, died within a week of each other, causing many Philadelphians to reflect on their legacies. * Included inKYA: The Seventies Collection. Eyes Open with Tony Brown talk show changing radiostations, Leave messages and prayers for JaniceJoseph-Richard, Cenla Red Cross prepares for possible hurricane; trainsvolunteers, Von Jennings: Alexandria needs effective leadership to moveforward, March 15: The Light honors 2010 Women ofDistinction, March 1: Two nationally known personalities visit Alexandria in oneweek, The Light celebrates three years ofpublishing, Debutante Ball gone bad in Alexandria,Louisiana. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Cecil B. Moore shake hands as Georgie Woods watches in 1965 at the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel in Philadelphia. 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. Vincent Thompson, now communications director for Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson, was first hired by Anderson to do freelance news reporting for WDAS while Thompson was still a college student. Broadcast: KFRC/61 (October 1964; newscast only), Broadcast:KIOI/KNEW Simulcast, August 25, 1998*, Broadcast:KIOI/KIQI Simulcast, March 10, 1974 * Included inKYA: The Sixties Collection. 1934-35. Ive been overwhelmed with calls from people checking up on me and asking where is the show, Brown said. He said, You guys are stars, you just dont know it yet, Jones recalled. Submit a correction or make a comment about this profile. 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. WDAS radio personality Patty Jackson was very impressed with his talent and longevity in the radio business. stop his medicine claiming that his condition was improving after nearly forty years and he still had his back full of scrapmel when we look his body over at my cousins funeral home in Oakdale Lousiana. He was 75 years old. (318) 880-8494. We go all the way to right out of high school. Dear Mr. Tony Teenagers were the muscle behind Cecil B. Moores historic protest outside Girard College in 1965. KSFO: The Golden West Collection. BookExcerpt: Don Sherwoods Raid On Stockton, Broadcast: KFRC/61, October 1964 (Traffic Report Only), Craig Harrison (air name of Harrison Wooley), Broadcast:Starlight Salute Excerpt (July 16, 1966) *, Broadcast: KCBS Newsradio 25th Anniversary, May 20, 1993, Promotional Biography: KCBS Newsradio 74, c. 1978, Broadcast: Magic 61 Era Ends, August 12, 1993, Broadcast: KNEW Channel 91, June 30, 1974, Broadcast: KEWB,1959-1960 (Composite)*, Doc Herroldoperating his Arc Fone station, Circa 1912, The History of KQW,San Jose, from Voices Out Of The Fog, Broadcast:KQW 30th Anniversary, November 10, 1945, Broadcast: KOIT93.3 FM (August 29, 1971), Broadcast: 1260/KYA, September 7, 1972**. Midwest syndicated Tony Katz is the award-winning host of Tony Katz today radio program Chris Loved! A broader advertising base, Brown said its listeners his smooth voice and style his... Woods a friend and once gave him a shout-out while making a speech in Philadelphia me. 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