Jerry Wexler (jan 1, 1917 – dec 31, 2008)
Description:
- music critic for Billboard and producer for Atlantic Records (1953-1975)- credited with coining "Rhythm and Blues"
- helped introduce white audiences to R&B --> ushered transition to Rock n Roll
Factors contributing to growth of RnB then RocknRoll: wider availability of transister radios, tape recorders, teens c more spending power (post war prosperity), rebellion against conservatism and conformity of Eisenhower admin, increased airplay by hip "white negro" DJs
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1917
dec 31, 2008
~ 92 years