Alan Freed, a pioneering DJ, discovered the power of Rhythm & Blues in Cleveland, Ohio, but faced resistance from radio stations due to its "black" origins. Undeterred, he championed the genre, eventually taking his show to New York and rebranding it as "Rock & Roll." Despite his success, Freed's career was marred by controversy and poor decisions that ultimately led to his downfall.
Mr. Rock 'n' Roll: The Alan Freed Story
Alan Freed, a pioneering DJ, discovered the energetic appeal of R&B music in Cleveland, Ohio, but faced resistance from radio stations hesitant to play "black" music, leading him to blaze a new trail.
