As the only independently Black-owned radio station in South Central Los Angeles, KJLH-FM was thrust into the media spotlight in the aftermath of the Rodney King trial. During the ensuing riots, KJLH introduced the world to South Central Los Angeles as only those who lived and worked there could. Owned by musician Stevie Wonder since 1979, the station upheld his legacy of community commitment, earning a Peabody Award along the way. This book explores the social, political, and economic impact of KJLH, drawing heavily upon more than 200 pages of interviews and program transcripts from the 1992 radio coverage.…mehr
As the only independently Black-owned radio station in South Central Los Angeles, KJLH-FM was thrust into the media spotlight in the aftermath of the Rodney King trial. During the ensuing riots, KJLH introduced the world to South Central Los Angeles as only those who lived and worked there could. Owned by musician Stevie Wonder since 1979, the station upheld his legacy of community commitment, earning a Peabody Award along the way. This book explores the social, political, and economic impact of KJLH, drawing heavily upon more than 200 pages of interviews and program transcripts from the 1992 radio coverage.
Phylis Johnson is Professor & Director of the School of Journalism & Mass Communication at San Jose State University.
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Table of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction 1: KJLH on Location Soundscapes from South Crenshaw 2: KJLH's Sphere of Influence Assessing Black Radio's Role in the Community 3: Lighting the Torch KJLH and Its Black Radio Roots 4: Fueling the Passion The Wonderful Black Community Mission 5: False Prophets of Corporate Radio The Business of Black Radio 6: On-Air Vigil KJLH's Transformation to Talk 7: Tuned In and Out Front Communicating Social Responsibility on Black Radio 8: Change the System Politics of Empowerment 9: Owning a Legacy-And Hanging Onto It 10: Keeping the Peace Concluding Remarks Epilogue E. Steven Collins on the Soul of Black Radio Bibliography Index
Table of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction 1: KJLH on Location Soundscapes from South Crenshaw 2: KJLH's Sphere of Influence Assessing Black Radio's Role in the Community 3: Lighting the Torch KJLH and Its Black Radio Roots 4: Fueling the Passion The Wonderful Black Community Mission 5: False Prophets of Corporate Radio The Business of Black Radio 6: On-Air Vigil KJLH's Transformation to Talk 7: Tuned In and Out Front Communicating Social Responsibility on Black Radio 8: Change the System Politics of Empowerment 9: Owning a Legacy-And Hanging Onto It 10: Keeping the Peace Concluding Remarks Epilogue E. Steven Collins on the Soul of Black Radio Bibliography Index
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