; New Roads KCLF 1500 AM, which covers Baton Rouge, Pointe Coupee Parish, Iberville Parish and Marksville; and KPCT, which is under construction in New Roads. I always wanted to give somebody a voice, he said, because no voice is special until its been heard.. Arrangement: He was the host of The Quiet Storm, which aired on 105.3 WDAS FM weeknights from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m., PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Longtime Philadelphia radio personality Tony Brown has died. Member, Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame, Broadcast: KQW 30th Anniversary (November 10, 1945), Broadcast: MusicTill Dawn (February 20, 1962)*. Filed under: Uncategorized | Tagged: "Eyes Open with Tony Brown", Alexandria, KAYT 88.1 FM, Kingdom Radio, KTTP 1110 AM, Louisiana, Tony Brown |. He has also done work on Copyright 2023 Interactive One, LLC. WebTony Wons. WebHe achieved popularity as the producer of Stephen Merchant and Ricky Gervais' radio program on Xfm. Thats why he said he couldnt help but smile upon seeing Anderson, exchanging pleasantries and patiently waiting his turn. You have these stories: Philly first to launch national program to diversify media industry. Broadcast: Big 610 Becomes Magic 61, August 11, 1986*, Tell It Goodbye: ATribute To Lon Simmons, Broadcast: Giants vs. Cubs, June 5, 1970, Print Ad: KSFO Giant Among Giants, 1971, The Slim One (air name ofLeslie Nelson), Carter B. Smith (a/k/a Carter Blakemore Smith), The CompleteCarter B. Smith Collection, Broadcast: KYASports Page Of The Air, April 15, 1942, Broadcast: KPENWar Of The Worlds, April 17, 1964*. Submit a correction or make a comment about this profile. Natural Neil (air name of Neilson Neil Ross), 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:1260/KYA, November 5, 1967*, Bobby Ocean (air nameof Ernest Lenhart, a/k/a Radio Ray Farrell), ComicStrip: Mod Bods by Radio Ray (KKIS), January 1967, Broadcast: KGONews/Talk 81 Friday Night Rock Trivia, June 1978*. What is Philly without the Geator? A city mourns the loss of an icon. 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. Jennifer Neill, John DeBella's former on-air sidekick, claims the radio host routinely made lewd comments and groped her. Brown was 75. Anderson did the same outside of the station. Billy Joel & Stevie Nicks floor seat tickets, Tony Brown was known for his nightly radio show The Quiet Storm on WDAS. You knew the songs. Because in an establishment that celebrates Black history 365 days a year, there sat Anderson, quiet and unassuming, the embodiment of Black history itself. (LogOut/ * Included inKYA: The 1970sCollection. He also galvanized listeners to march in the demonstrations that eventually ended segregation at Girard College. Broadcast: KGO Sunrise Roundup, Feb. 11, 1948Broadcast: TheFinal KMEL Morning Zoo, March 29, 1991 *, Broadcast: KGO Sunrise Roundup, Feb. 11, 1948, Photograph:KGO, San Francisco, May 1942, Broadcast: 1260/KYA, September 7, 1972*. * Included inKMPX: The Big Band Era. He said he was just getting into rap music in the 1980s while his parents listened to Browns show. Tony Brown was a longtime Philadelphia radio personality. The free WHYY News Daily newsletter delivers the most important local stories to your inbox. Want a digest of WHYYs programs, events & stories? Do you know something we don't? Amys Pizzeria in Hatboro overwhelmed with local, global support after viral video of racist attack, Former Councilmember Bobby Henon sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for taking bribes, Mayor Kenneys final budget plan designed to make the city more equitable for all its residents. By then, Anderson had started WURD, the only African American-owned and operated talk radio station in Pennsylvania, and one of a handful in the country. Beachin), Broadcast: 610/KFRC, December 6, 1968 (K.O. secured artist representation. 3. * Included in theDr. Don Rose Collection. African Americans fight to correct history and preserve voting rights. Broadcast: 1260/KYA, May 29, 1970 (Newscast only), Franklins Vault: A Tribute To Franklin Mieuli, Press Photo: KDIA Mobile Unit, September 1961, Advertising Sheet: Walt Miller Reporting, Circa 1961, Bobby Mitchell * Included in TheComplete KCBS Collection. Win Tickets to New Edition's Legacy Tour! WP Designer. Veteran radio personality Tony Scott makes a move from weekends to daily afternoon drive at 95.5 The Lou; hes filling in the spot recently vacated by DJ Kut. Broadcast: 1260/KYA, February 22, 1969*, KYA PeaceTalk with John Lennon, May 29, 1969. That was a line you didnt want to cross.. Local News PRIDE OF PHILLY: February 28th, 2023 - Quinta Brunson Feb 28, 2023. |A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M| Their deep community impact lives on. / Promotion Director "Tony Brown was an exceptional talent and an example for us all.". We go all the way to right out of high school. WOWI-FM 103 / WBSK 1350 - US Radio Norfolk, VA WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. ** Included in KYA: The Seventies Collection. On the other hand.maybe pastis prologue! * Included inKYA: The Seventies Collection. Exhibit includes audio. WebTony Brown, the WDAS FM host famous for his show 'The Quiet Storm' died on February 24, 2021, at the age of 75. WDAS radio personality Patty Jackson says Brown will always be remembered as a broadcasting legend. MAIL, E-MAIL AND PHONE COMPROMISED. "The stories, the laughs, the food, good times, bad times, always family. Bayley), Broadcast: KGO The Good Word, 1947 (As Announcer), Biography by KeithB. Farr (with photograph), Father Harry (air name of Father Harry Schlitt), Broadcast: KFRC Presents FatherHarry of The God Squad, 1978*, Broadcast: 610/KFRC, January 17,1977*, Broadcast: 610/KFRC, February 1,1978*, Broadcast:94.5 KWSS, February 12, 1988, Interview: When Bad Things Happen Summer 1992, Postcard:Foreman Bill at KYA, December 1945, Broadcast: Bears vs. 49ers, November 1, 1953, Broadcast: Browns vs. 49ers, November 15, 1953, Broadcast: Colts vs. 49ers, December 8, 1957, Photograph: KSFO/49ers Team Issued Biography, c. 1958, Broadcast: KEWB Channel 91,August 1965*, 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, Broadcast:KOFY/1050: Final Days Of Kool Gold, October 15, 1991, The Pop Chronicles Presents The Forties, Nov. 5, 1972. Please continue to push education. Virginia Beach, VA For 45 years, Brown kept Philadelphia enthralled with his exceptional talent. Our people need to understand our history. And the bottom line became much more important than having a mission in the community.. He left in 1969 to host an NYC show at WABC, then Quiet Storm" / Fill-in on AM \"We knew the transition. R.I.P. Beachin), Broadcast: 610/KFRC, December 6, 1968 (K.O. He, along with the director of marketing E. Steven Collins, who died of a heart attack in 2013, was the creative force behind Unity Day, WDASs signature event. Former Colts Player and Radio Host Arrested in Hendricks County, Man Killed After Being Accidentally Ran Over on East Side, Indiana Rep Jim Lucas calls in to defend his bill HB 1177, NWS: Possible Tornado Damage from Monday's Storms, Creepy Biden Remembers His Favorite Nurse: "She'd Whisper In My EarAnd Actually Breathe On Me. Copyright 2023 WPVI-TV. Bosses did nothing to curtail it, she says. Broadcast:KITS Live 105, November 5, 1990*. Ive always wanted to get the show to as many listeners as possible. KCBQ "Top 40" Personalities Marker. broadcast journalist,executive producer , marketing and political consultant, owner Peabody radio network. system. We created history together with the Jena Six. Exhibit includes text. Generations of Philadelphians fell under the infectious spell of their indefatigable champion of oldies, Jerry Blavat. 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Through the years, Andersons mission never changed. He regularly guest hosted wherever and whenever we needed him. * Included inThe Tom CampbellCollection. During Black History Month and beyond, WHYY presents Real Black History, a series looking at the struggle for equality. Broadcast: KEWBChannel 91, October 1961*, Broadcast:1260/KYA, December 23, 1969*, EdwardW. Meece: A Tribute by Eric Meece, William Roscoe (Bill) Mercer(a/k/a The Burner and Rosko), Broadcast: KSAN1450 AM, December 15, 1960*, Broadcast: KDIA 1310 AM, December 28, 1962. Broadcast: S.F. Broadcast:KKIQ Livermore-Pleasanton, c. 1991, Interviewed: KGO/Art Finley Show, May 9, 1978, Pictured:KDIA Lucky 13 Survey, May 20, 1966, Broadcast: KDIA Lucky 13, July12, 1966*. * Included inKSFO: The SoundOf The City Collection. And we serve as a place where people can share their thoughts and that still exists. 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