Jerry Wexler (1 янв 1917 г. – 31 дек 2008 г.)
Описание:
- 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
Добавлено на ленту времени:
Дата:
1 янв 1917 г.
31 дек 2008 г.
~ 92 years
