Promotional Biography Sheet, KGO/81, 1978. Submit a correction or make a comment about this profile. \"He had a career that lasted almost 50 years,\" Jackson said. He was definitely one of the strong voices and community leaders for decades.. All Rights Reserved. So much love!-COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER UNDER SECTION 107 OF THE COPYRIGHT ACT 1976 - Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for \"fair use\" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. This article originally appeared on The Philadelphia Tribune. Interview: Magic In The Air, March-April 1992, Broadcast: TheFinal KMEL Morning Zoo, March 29, 1991 *. Seals vs.L.A. Blades (WHL Hockey), April 17, 1964, Russ SyracuseRemembered: A Tribute To Russ The Moose, Broadcast:KITS Live 105, November 5, 1990. Broadcast: S.F. BBC "Newshour" covers everything from the growth of democracy to the threat of terrorism with a fresh, clear perspective from across the globe. Latest Stories. R.I.P. Tony Brown would talk and it was time to cool out, he said. BookExcerpt: Don Sherwoods Raid On Stockton, Broadcast: KFRC/61, October 1964 (Traffic Report Only), Craig Harrison (air name of Harrison Wooley), Broadcast:Starlight Salute Excerpt (July 16, 1966) *, Broadcast: KCBS Newsradio 25th Anniversary, May 20, 1993, Promotional Biography: KCBS Newsradio 74, c. 1978, Broadcast: Magic 61 Era Ends, August 12, 1993, Broadcast: KNEW Channel 91, June 30, 1974, Broadcast: KEWB,1959-1960 (Composite)*, Doc Herroldoperating his Arc Fone station, Circa 1912, The History of KQW,San Jose, from Voices Out Of The Fog, Broadcast:KQW 30th Anniversary, November 10, 1945, Broadcast: KOIT93.3 FM (August 29, 1971), Broadcast: 1260/KYA, September 7, 1972**. Beachin), Broadcast: 610/KFRC, December 6, 1968 (K.O. * Included in TheComplete KEWB Collection. Because in an establishment that celebrates Black history 365 days a year, there sat Anderson, quiet and unassuming, the embodiment of Black history itself. He was a Philadelphia institution and a legend in this town.. Disc jockeys were revered and looked upon as community leaders. (Courtesy of Dyana Williams). PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Longtime Philadelphia radio personality Tony Brown has died. In-depth analysis and commentary on today's biggest news stories as only the BBC can deliver. * Included inKYA: The 1970sCollection. Filed under: Uncategorized | Tagged: "Eyes Open with Tony Brown", Alexandria, KAYT 88.1 FM, Kingdom Radio, KTTP 1110 AM, Louisiana, Tony Brown |. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Cecil B. Moore shake hands as Georgie Woods watches in 1965 at the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel in Philadelphia. Jolly Rogers (air nameof John Colon, a/k/aJackson King). MAIL, E-MAIL AND PHONE COMPROMISED. All Rights Reserved. WRBD / Urban R&B Radio - Ft Tony Brown was an exceptional talent and an example for us all. Tony was such a wonderful man, said Patty Jackson, 105.3 WDAS FM midday air KSFO: The Golden West Collection. WebLegendary radio host Tony Brown of 105.3 WDAS, has died at the age of 75, his family announced Wednesday. WNOR Urban Radio - Norfolk, VA, Night Talent Tony Brown, who hosted the show The Quiet Storm for many years on WDAS FM 105.3, died Wednesday, Feb. 24 according to reports. Tony's career in radio began on Temple University's WRTI in 1969, but his interest in radio actually began to develop around age 4.Tony performs on \"Quiet Storm,\" the theme song for his radio program, that he co-wrote with Bert Willis and Philadelphia musicians Rob Arthurs and Rudy Gay.Tony's well-ordered priorities are God; his wife Sunshine and their family; career; rest; leisure activities; more rest; and various hobbies and other interests. Learn more about Social Responsibility at WHYY. Billy Joel & Stevie Nicks floor seat tickets, Tony Brown was known for his nightly radio show The Quiet Storm on WDAS. All rights reserved. Do you know something we don't? \"We knew the transition. Brown was 75. * Included inThe Tom CampbellCollection. Click here for (318) 880-8494. Vincent Thompson, now communications director for Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson, was first hired by Anderson to do freelance news reporting for WDAS while Thompson was still a college student. Beginning Monday, July 7, in three hours from 6 to 9 a.m., Brown will present local, state and national news, weather and issues live from the shows new home at 3419 Hynson St. I want to thank KAYT for working with me through the years. * Included inKYA: The 1970sCollection. Seals vs. Seattle Totems (WHL Hockey), 1963, Broadcast: Warriors vs. 76ers, November 25, 1977, Broadcast: KSOL Soul Radio, July 12, 1966 (Newscast), Broadcast: S.F. WOWI-FM 103 / WBSK 1350 - US Radio Norfolk, VA |A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M| I talk to you last year about putting me on the show because I have been violated my rights concerning Katrina where we had raising funds that the people of Plaquemine Parish did not receive anything, Road Home & FEMA was suppose to help us and they didnt, I am still homeless living in my van, I am disabled and I cant go back home. Tony is more like a brother to me than anything else. ), Broadcast: KDIA Burgie Show, December 28, 1962*, Broadcast: KDIA Lucky 13 (Excerpt), 1964*. Broadcast: 1260/KYA, November 30, 1968*, Photograph: At 560KSFO/93.3 KYA-FM, Summer 1991. I'd love to be on the radio for many more.\"-This video is purely fan-made, if you (owners) have seen your content and want to remove this video, please message us privately or e-mail us :(romeoshkurti@gmail.com) Before doing anything. WOKB 1600 Urban Radio - Orlando, FL. Old-time radio 3. Interviewwith The Beatles (August 1965)*, Rosko (air name of William(Bill) Roscoe Mercer, q.v. WRBD / Urban R&B Radio - Ft Lauderdale, FL, Program / Music * Included inThe Complete KEWB Collection. It was one of the few mediums that Black people could depend on to get information important to them, to hear their own music, to hear their own voices and issues discussed. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. I met him before either of us started our radio careers. Loraine Ballard Morrill was a radio novice when she came on the scene in the early 1980s as a public affairs coordinator for Power 99-FM, the upstart hip-hop station. Dr. Don Rose (air name of Donald Duane Rosenberg), Broadcast:KKIS/Concord, January 5, 1987*. Created strategic planning with staff and Win Tickets for Mike Tyson at The Pool After Dark @ Harrah's AC! Broadcast: KNEWSinatra Special, May 1970*. Watson said Browns voice reminded you it was time to wind down. the top of most pages, or via the "Related Topics" box in the sidebar. Tony Katz is the award-winning host of Tony Katz and the Morning News on 93.1FM WIBC in Indianapolis, IN. Born: 11-Apr-1933Birthplace: Charleston, WV, Gender: MaleRace or Ethnicity: BlackOccupation: Talk Show Host, Radio Personality, Author, Nationality: United StatesExecutive summary: Host of Tony Brown's Journal, High School: Garnet High School, Charleston, WV University: BA Sociology, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI (1959) University: MA Psychiatric Social Work, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI (1961) Professor: Central Washington University Professor: Federal City College Administrator: Dean, School of Communications, Howard University (1971-72) Administrator: Dean, Hampton University (2004-), Do you know something we don't? In the 1980s, Williams worked with both Anderson and Brown as a disc jockey at WDAS. KNOW ANYONE THAT CAN HELP. Tony Katz is the award-winning host of Tony Katz and the Morning News on 93.1FM WIBC in Indianapolis, IN. WDAS radio personality Patty Jackson says Brown will always be remembered as a broadcasting legend. Thanking you in advance, Hello Mr. Brown I have been listening to your show for sometime now and have never been able to get you on the phone line. Tony is more like a brother to me than anything else. Photographs: AtKJBS Radio, 1931 and 1953, Narrator: The Sounds ofSan Francisco from the KGO Music Tower, 1962*, Broadcast: KSOLSoul 145, March 29, 1967. Meanwhile, Brown said he is in negotiations with three stations that want to purchase the show. * Included in TheKSAN & KSOL Collection. He left in 1969 to host an NYC show at WABC, then The Bay Area has been trulyblessed by the radio talent that weve enjoyed over the years. Its important that people give the flowers to these elders now, because for many of us in journalism, we would not be able to do what we do without them, Thompson said. The KABC team covers the Los Angeles and Southern California area like no one else. KAYT was good to me, but I now have an opportunity to create a new history towards taking my show to a larger audience through syndication, Brown said. He actually introduced me to my wife. Brown died Wednesday morning. * Included in theComplete KYUU Collection. He means a whole lot to me., According to WDAS website: For more than 40 years, Browns voice has been synonymous with the sounds of the night in the Delaware Valley. Martin Luther King Jr. considered Woods a friend and once gave him a shout-out while making a speech in Philadelphia. He was the host of The Quiet Storm, which aired on 105.3 WDAS FM weeknights from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m., Weve visited each others houses and hanging out and going to concerts. NEED LEGAL HELP; BEING FOLLOWED AND HARRASSED BY LOCAL AND STATE POLICE. Copyright 2023 California Historical Radio Society. ** Included in KYA: The 1970s Collection. * Included in TheComplete KMEL Collection. WDAS radio personality Patty Jackson was very impressed with his talent and longevity in the radio business. Our people need to understand our history. * Included inKNEW: The 910 Collection. Brown was 75. We knew the transition. He means a whole lot to me.\" According to WDAS' website: \"For more than 40 years, Brown's voice has been synonymous with the sounds of the night in the Delaware Valley. I believe that my audience will follow me to KTTP because listeners have become accustomed to the show. He was 75 years old. * Included inKSAN: The Jive 95 Collection. Cody Anderson stands immediately behind Brown. He had a career that lasted almost 50 years, Jackson said. He was a Philadelphia institution and a legend in this town.\" Former WDAS radio personality Jerry Wells said he had a close relationship with him even before the two of them worked together for several years at WDAS FM. PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Tony Brown, the longtime host of "Quiet Storm" on WDAS-FM, has died. He hosted the show "The Quiet Storm" which aired on 105.3 WDAS weeknights from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. His smooth voice and style provided listeners with classic R&B and the latest sounds of music. No more work, no more arguing. Named for the hit song A Quiet Storm by Motown legend Smokey Robinson, the shows format originated in 1975 at Howard University in Washington, D.C., but Brown made it his own in Philly. Ive been overwhelmed with calls from people checking up on me and asking where is the show, Brown said. In-depth analysis and commentary on today's biggest news stories as only the BBC can deliver. Longtime radio host John DeBella sued for sexual harassment. Tony Brown #quietstormhost . Cody Anderson opened up doors for Black radio in Philadelphia that before him, werent open. 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 God bless you. Mid-Day Air Talent Brown joined WDAS in 1972 with his show "The Extrasensory Connection," which became known as "The Quiet Storm" in 1976. Chrissy Teigen & John Legend Kiss Baby Esti On The Cheeks In Adorable Video, Tory Lanez's Gag Order In Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Case Has Been Lifted, Drake Explains Why Lil Wayne Rapped His Name Wrong On Their First Song, Here's Everything Leaving Netflix In March 2023, Here's Everything Coming To Netflix In March 2023, J. 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WebLegendary radio host Tony Brown of 105.3 WDAS, has died at the age of 75, his family announced Wednesday. Broadcast: KPENWar Of The Worlds, April 17, 1964*. * Included inKFRC: The Big 610 Collection. Tony Brown, who hosted the show "The Quiet Storm" for many years on WDAS FM 105.3, died Wednesday, Feb. 24 according to reports. We take a look at his life and legacy. What is Philly without the Geator? A city mourns the loss of an icon. Broadcast: 1260/KYA, February 22, 1969*, KYA PeaceTalk with John Lennon, May 29, 1969. You know how old guys like to talk about the past. News Article: Meet Frank Dill, July 14, 1978, Broadcast:KSAN 1450 (as Jumpin George), Summer 1963, Photograph: as Captain Dobbsie, Circa 1930, PrintAd: Dobbsie Now On Columbia System, 1932, Broadcast: KSOL Soul Radio 1450, Circa 1966, Broadcast: KYA Radio 1260, December 15, 1961, Broadcast: KYA Radio 1260, December 1962*, Broadcast:KGO Morning News, May 3, 1982*. Change). Its how we live. WDAS Georgie Woods, The Man With the Goods, was not only a radio personality but an advocate for civil rights. !MORE DETAILS IS NEEDED FOR YOU TO BE ABLE TO UNDERSTAND AND IF INTERESTED IT WOULD BE A BLESSING FOR ANY CONCERNS OR HELP THAT YOU WOULD BE ABLE TO ASSIST US WITH IM AVAILABLE TO BE CONTACTED AT ANYTIME AT 225-618-6388. *. stop his medicine claiming that his condition was improving after nearly forty years and he still had his back full of scrapmel when we look his body over at my cousins funeral home in Oakdale Lousiana. Alexandria, Louisiana. And we still have the ability to reach our communities and we still have that commitment.. He has also done work on Age: 58. We need to bring the true history to light as in the Spanish wars, This is the second black President on this continent as Mexico had the first in Gen. Vicente Guerrero First Black-Indian President of Mexico 1829. (LogOut/ During Black History Month and beyond, WHYY presents Real Black History, a series looking at the struggle for equality. George Oxford (a/k/a Jumpin George Oxford), Article: KSAN/KDIAJumpin George Lawsuit, 1960, Johnny Patrick (air name of John Patrick Goggan), Pictured: Survey KKIS Top 33 On 99, January 3, 1967, Photograph: In the KKIS Studio, March 1967, Broadcast: Bob Dylan Special #176 on KSAN, April 26, 1969*. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. WFTV-TV 9 (ABC) Orlando, FL, Mid-Day Air Talent 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. Mr. Brown: Thank you so much for having me on your program. She remembers going to neighborhood events with my little bag of giveaways, and running into Anderson, WDASs highly respected general manager. 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. * Included inKYA: The SeventiesCollection. 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*. In one of the last interviews he did with Ballard Morrill to commemorate WDAS 70th-anniversary last fall, the radio executive spoke of the legacy he hoped to leave behind. How their historic legacies live on. Want a digest of WHYYs programs, events & stories? Longtime Philadelphia radio personality Tony Brown has died. 2. \"We go all the way to right out of high school. * Included inThe KSOL Soul 145 Collection. The station eventually switched to a Spanish language format. Longtime WDAS radio personality Tony Brown dies at 75 February 24, 2021, 8:32 PM Longtime Philadelphia radio personality Tony Brown has died. \"We've visited each other's houses and hanging out and going to concerts. ** Included in The Complete KMEL Collection. Broadcast: S.F. * Included in KFRC: The Big 610 Collection. I am looking for a bus that will be going to the Bayou Classic that I can take (turn-around-trip). BBC "Newshour" covers everything from the growth of democracy to the threat of terrorism with a fresh, clear perspective from across the globe. Music News J. Cole, Drake, Usher & More To Perform At Dreamville Fest 2023 Feb 28, 2023. * Included in theDr. Don Rose Collection. I met him before either of us started our radio careers. of Michael Guerra, Jr., a/k/a Bobby Mitchell), Photograph: The Breakfast Gang, c. 1940s. During this period, KCBQ AM 1170 was one of the best known and imitated radio stations in the broadcast industry. You have these stories: Philly first to launch national program to diversify media industry. Adam Carolla (; born May 27, 1964) is an American comedian, radio personality, television host, actor, podcaster, and director. WHYY provides trustworthy, fact-based, local news and information and world-class entertainment to everyone in our community. We take a look at his life and legacy. ** Producer. Anybody whos listened to Philadelphia Black radio over the past 50 years was probably influenced by Anderson, who died of COVID-19 complications last month at 78. My music could never be louder than the Quiet Storm, he remembers. Therefore, Brown said, Eyes Open With Tony Brown will be at home. WHLY 106.7 CHR Orlando, FL, Production Assistant "We have to speak to the greatness of this radio icon who walked through the doors of WDAS FM," said Derrick Corbett, Senior Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Philadelphia. Please feel free to suggest In 1989, Anderson purchased WHAT 1340-AM, known as the Voice of the African American Community. At WHAT, he elevated the talk show format with popular hosts, such as Reggie Bryant, Mary Mason, and Elmer Smith. WebTony Brown, the WDAS FM host famous for his show 'The Quiet Storm' died on February 24, 2021, at the age of 75. Its folks like Cody who showed why its important to reach the African American community.. Beachin), Broadcast: 610/KFRC, December 6, 1968 (K.O. Teenagers were the muscle behind Cecil B. Moores historic protest outside Girard College in 1965. Russ SyracuseRemembered: A Tribute To Russ The Moose, Steve Taylor (see CitizenBill Carpenter), Interview:Bay Area Radio Digest, February 1993. Thank you for your help it will be greatly appreciated. Amys Pizzeria in Hatboro overwhelmed with local, global support after viral video of racist attack.