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Book Synopsis: "It was all so honest, before the end of our collective innocence. Top Forty jocks screamed and yelled and sounded mightier than God on millions of transistor radios. But on FM radio it was all spun out for only you. On a golden web by a master weaver driven by fifty thousand magical watts of crystal clear power . . . before the days of trashy, hedonistic dumbspeak and disposable three-minute ditties . . . in the days where rock lived at many addresses in many cities."–from FM
As a young man, Richard Neer dreamed of landing a job at WNEW in New York–one of the revolutionary FM stations across the country that were changing the face of radio by rejecting strict formatting and letting disc jockeys play whatever they wanted. He felt that when he got there, he’d have made the big time. Little did he know he’d have shaped rock history as well.
FM: The Rise and Fall of Rock Radio chronicles the birth, growth, and death of free-form rock-and-roll radio through the stories of the movement’s flagship stations. In the late sixties and early seventies–at stations like KSAN in San Francisco, WBCN in Boston, WMMR in Philadelphia, KMET in Los Angeles, WNEW, and others–disc jockeys became the gatekeepers, critics, and gurus of new music. Jocks like Scott Muni, Vin Scelsa, Jonathan Schwartz, and Neer developed loyal followings and had incredible influence on their listeners and on the early careers of artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Genesis, the Cars, and many others.
Full of fascinating firsthand stories, FM documents the commodification of an iconoclastic phenomenon, revealing how counterculture was coopted and consumed by the mainstream. Richard Neer was an eyewitness to, and participant in, this history. FM is the tale of his exhilarating ride.
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Experience the magic of rock-and-roll radio with FM: The Rise and Fall of Rock Radio. Step into a world where music was crafted by true enthusiasts, where DJs had the power to shape culture, and where rebellious sounds defied the mainstream. This book takes you on a captivating journey through the birth, growth, and ultimate demise of free-form radio. Immerse yourself in the stories of legendary stations like KSAN, WBCN, and WMMR, where disc jockeys became the tastemakers who introduced the world to groundbreaking artists.
At a time when conformity reigned, these rebel voices dared to challenge the status quo, providing an escape for listeners seeking something more authentic. Discover the incredible influence that jocks like Scott Muni, Vin Scelsa, Jonathan Schwartz, and Richard Neer had on both the music industry and their dedicated followers. Their passion for music not only launched the careers of iconic artists like Bruce Springsteen and Genesis but also shaped the very fabric of rock history.
FM: The Rise and Fall of Rock Radio goes beyond being a mere chronicle. It unveils the transformation of counterculture music into a mainstream phenomenon, shedding light on how the rebellious spirit was coopted by the masses. As an eyewitness to this history, Richard Neer shares his exhilarating ride through the rise and fall of this groundbreaking movement. Join him on this extraordinary journey, as he takes you behind the scenes of the golden era of rock radio.
Don't miss out on a chance to relive the glory days of rock radio. Get your copy of FM: The Rise and Fall of Rock Radio now and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of music, culture, and rebellion. Experience the power of the airwaves and discover how rock radio became a force that changed the world. Unlock the secrets of the DJs who redefined the way we listen to music. Take a trip back in time and unleash your inner rock enthusiast.
Ready to rock? Grab your copy of FM: The Rise and Fall of Rock Radio here and embark on a nostalgic journey through the iconic era of rock-and-roll radio.
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