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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

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Date:

jan 1, 1917
dec 31, 2008
~ 92 years
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