VIBE sends our deepest condolences to the OJay family and those affected by this tragic loss. All Rights Reserved. [1] It featured black radio personalities; its success in building an audience attracted radio advertisers suddenly aware of a "new" market among black listeners. Born in Batesville, Mississippi on August 8, 1953, OJay began his dream career as radio host in 1972 in Milwaukee. He said, well, I thought you stopped using drugs. I said, no man. [11] Elvis Presley was greatly influenced by the station. It featured shows by Beale Street legends such as Nat D. Williams, Rufus Thomas, B.B. Bobby Ojay is Black Radio history and has forged many spaces that others hadnt while creating opportunities for many of the success that weve seen in both radio and black music. OJay says he knew what he wanted to do early on. He landed some roles in stage plays in the city. May 3, 2022 WDIA. [6] In June 1954 WDIA was licensed to increase its power from 250 to 50,000 watts, which meant moving to 1070kHz. The station relocated in 1985, but the WDIA neon marquee remains above the original entrance at 112 Union Avenue near the Main Street intersection in downtown Memphis. Final arrangements were pending at press time Wednesday (Jan. 13). He was a kind and good man with a super smooth voice and infectious laugh. The station's management had been mostly white. In the 1970s and 1980s, the owners of WDIA also owned KDIA, a similarly formatted station in the San Francisco Bay Area. The station first featured black radio personalities, and its growing success contributed in building a new audience of black listeners. African American History: Research Guides & Websites, Global African History: Research Guides & Websites, African American Scientists and Technicians of the Manhattan Project, Envoys, Diplomatic Ministers, & Ambassadors, Foundation, Organization, and Corporate Supporters. Rodriguez . Blues legend B.B. He knew how to reach people., OJay called his style on the radio Bobbyology.. God has truly blessed me to make a decent salary at all the radio stations Ive worked even back in the 70s., Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland said in a tweet, Im very sorry to learn about the passing of Bobby OJay. A builders' merchant with a branch in Slough has been awarded a prestigious national award. Then he fired me, OJay laughed. As program director, he hired radio broadcast veterans Bev Johnson and Mike Evans, who still sit behind the mic. [I] stayed the 30 days, havent touched drugs and alcohol since, he said. Web. 20072023 Blackpast.org. It featured black radio personalities and its black listeners constituted a new market for radio advertisers. O'Jay, who had been with WDIA since 1983, was inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame in 2021. Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox, Get our latest stories in the feed of your favorite networks. Notable U.S.radio disc jockeys of the period include Alan Freed, Wolfman Jack, Casey Kasem,[25]and their Britishcounterparts such as the BBC's Brian Matthewand Alan Freeman, Radio London'sJohn Peel, Radio Caroline's Tony Blackburn, and Radio Luxembourg's Jimmy Savile. Music legends such as B.B. WDIA personalities included: Martha Jean "The Queen" Steinberg, aka "Princess Premium Stuff" Ernest Brazzell, the giver of crop advice Robert Thomas, aka Robert "Honeyboy" Thomas Maurice "Hot Rod" Hulbert Theo "Bless My Bones" Wade Ford Nelson, who, until 2013, acted as a gospel D.J. . The original frequency was 730kHz. This is not only a loss for us as a city in Memphis, but a loss to all of us in the black community nationally, those of us in black music and radio and those of us who saw him as a mentor. In 1949 the station was no. Dies geschieht in Ihren Datenschutzeinstellungen. It then switched permanently to all-black programming, and quickly moved into first place. Atlanta Radio Personalities Among National Black Radio Hall Of Fame Inductees. What remained constant was his kooky smile and the genuine respect we had for each other. If you post anything unrelated to WDIA it will be deleted. 112 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, USA, New Destination Application Radio Station and Created the Sound that Changed America (New York: Im very sorry to learn about the passing of Bobby OJay. In February 1983, he joined WDIA in Memphis, America's first Black radio station. Bell will still continue his afternoon show on V101, while also taking over morning drive at WDIA. Ive always had just the radio job. Though the on-air talent was black, as were the artists whose music they played, ownership remained white. In 1963 she . It sort of reminded you of (the legendary) Nat Williams.. ", Another added: "Rest In Peace to legendary Memphis DJ, Bobby OJay. 1070 WDIA is a radio station based in Memphis, Tennessee providing Urban Oldies/Classic Soul music. Community Efforts On Air Talent Oct 2007 - Present15 years 3 months. He reflected on his career just before being inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame last year. He was highly respected by all of in the industry whether you were radio, television or whatever. 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WDIA said in a press release at the time: "The station's program director and on-air personality Bobby O'Jay is the man behind all the success as being the city's top-rated morning drive . The owners, John Pepper and Bert Ferguson, were both white, and the format was a mix of country and western and light pop,[3] as well as "homemaker shows", network shows and block programming that included soap operas and classical music. Updated: 5:25 PM CDT May 3, 2022. Fred later became program director at that station in 1977. A former high-school history teacher and journalist, Williams brought his own . He was the type of guy, you know, if you saw him out on the streets or whatever, he treats you like, Hey man, it is so great to see you. WDIA-AM/Memphis taps veteran air personality Stan Bell for the new "The Stan Bell Morning Show," weekdays from 6-10am, effective immediately. Radio host Bev Johnson confirmed to WREG that O'Jay passed away while he was at work. "Bobby O'Jay's impact on our industry is undeniable," said iHeartMedia Memphis Senior Vice President of Programming Sue Purnell. After a series of local owners it was bought by media giant Clear Channel Communication in 1997. My wife Melyne and I offer condolences to his family, to his radio family at iHeart and his loyal fans. degree in English literature from Rust College in Holly Springs, Mississippi, and her M.S. Johnson received her B.A. Throughout this period, it continued (and continues) to offer content for African Americans by African Americans. Stormy has been in the radio industry for over 29 years. It featured black radio personalities; its success in building an audience attracted radio advertisers suddenly aware of a "new" market . These days, he eats vegan and looks back with appreciation, hoping to further WDIAs image as a goodwill station. Owned by iHeartMedia, Inc., the station's studios are located in Southeast Memphis, and the transmitter site is in North Memphis. The trailblazer's voice and personality have helped make up the fabric of the Bluff City for decades as part of the historic legacy of the Mid-South's first African American radio station, WDIA. Martha Jean The Queen Steinberg (September 9, 1930 January 29, 2000) was an influential African-American radio broadcaster and later was also the pastor of her own church. He was 68. Listen online at myWDIA.com/listen He was 68. 2023 Billboard Media, LLC. Before joining WDIA the country's first Black radio station as an air personality in 1983,. Download Our Free iHeartRadio App! About 10 years ago, WDIA followed the declining trend of urban formats across the nation. WDIA, where OJay worked for decades, issued this statement: It is with great sadness we share the passing of the Legendary Bobby OJay. WDIA: Black Music Mother Station. He drove the 50 miles and interviewed on the spot. pic.twitter.com/DoZ0sl9QNg, Mayor Jim Strickland (@MayorMemphis) May 3, 2022, Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox, A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry. Former WDIA radio personality Mr. Fred Hollywood Moore transitioned Saturday morning. OJay was also a National Radio Hall of Fame nominee. I know for many Memphians, including my wife, the day was not complete unless they tuned in to hear what Bobby had to say. Bobbyology is my thought pattern. Durch Klicken auf Alle akzeptieren erklren Sie sich damit einverstanden, dass Yahoo und unsere Partner Ihre personenbezogenen Daten verarbeiten und Technologien wie Cookies nutzen, um personalisierte Anzeigen und Inhalte zu zeigen, zur Messung von Anzeigen und Inhalten, um mehr ber die Zielgruppe zu erfahren sowie fr die Entwicklung von Produkten. On air personality Bev Johnson of WDIA, AM 1070 in Memphis, Tennessee. It leaves a legacy behind, you know, for my family, you know, and of course for me and it also adds to the legacy of the radio station because now it will be four of us, he said. Ownership of the station first changed hands in 1957. Radio Personality iHeartMedia Oct 2018 - Jun 20223 years 9 months United States Morning On-Air Talent: Mike Evans and the Memphis Morning Show on V101. His voice and opinions will truly be missed.. I always enjoyed being with Bobby on his show or otherwise. Many shared how his sudden death had touched them, like losing a family member. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. 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Owned and operated by iHeartMedia. For other inquiries, Contact Us. "Bobby OJay is Black Radio history and has forged many spaces that others hadnt while creating opportunities for many of the success that weve seen in both radio and black music. He has become one of Memphis' most energetic & beloved radio personalities for twenty-nine years now! Share. View our online Press Pack. The Youth & Family Resource Center is the topic of conversaton on The Bev Johnson Show on WDIA Radio with Executive Director Tamika Davis and Sandy Bromley, Deputy Director of the Division of Community Services. Sandy Bromley & Tamika Davis #2. Im very sorry to learn about the passing of Bobby OJay. Ive always had just the radio job. All Rights Reserved. Memphis mayor Jim Strickland also reacted to O'Jay's death on Twitter. O'Jay was the program host of the "Fun Morning Show" on IHeartMedia's WDIA. Many grieved in 2017 with the devastating loss of Sharon after 30 years of marriage to O'Jay. A segue to an on-air gig in Montgomery, Alabama, was followed by a return to Milwaukee prior to landing at WDIA, where he also served as program director, During the course of his estimable tenure at the station, OJay interviewed a whos who in Black music and culture, including Whitney Houston, Muhammad Ali and Temptations members David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks. America's first black radio station, playing classic R&B. He can be heard Monday through Friday on WDIA from 6 to 10 a.m. and on V101 from 3 to 7 p.m. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian) iHeartRadio Ultimate Contest, Sweatfest Punta Cana with Keith Sweat. [3] WDIA is known for its community efforts throughout the years. It was Memphis WDIA.. Moore was in that number. SIDEBAR. Hes going to be missed and I know a lot of us in the industry looked up to him. Im not willing to say just anything. Nat D. Williams show ended in 1972 following a stroke. She is mother of two children and grandmother of one. Colleagues and family friends took to social media as news spread that former WDIA radio personality Fred Hollywood Moore died Saturday (Jan. 9) morning. He broke a lot of records. I have met some of the biggest stars in America. Kwanzaa and the celebration of Imani faith! During his 50 year radio career, O'J. I have eight brothers and sisters. 2 Be Kind and Courteous We're all in this together to create a welcoming environment. WDIA midday personality Bev Johnson confirmed to local CBS . [citation needed]. As WDIAs program director, OJay made moves that turned the industry on its head. Using the name "Ebony Moonbeams," Williams started her career in broadcasting in 1973 when. Its been fun even though its been some ups and downs. Click here to report a spelling or grammar error. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Hes the king of Memphis radio, the one and only Bobby OJay. Bobby OJay, radio personality on Memphis WDIAthe countrys first Black radio stationhas died at the age of 68. Fred was also in a couple of movies that filmed here, too.. Twin Cities: AM Personality Tom Barnard ReUps At KQRS; Portland OR Radio: Lar Larson Renews Deal With KXL; Richmond Radio: iHM Names A-J OM/Regional PM . [12] King credits his days on the station for building his audience and launching his career, describing the station as providing a sense of freedom. Among other notable personalities were Maurice "Hot Rod" Hulbert, Theo "Bless My Bones" Wade, and Ford Nelson, who continued as of 2013 as an active gospel DJ on WDIA. He was inspired by his cousin, Victory in Christ Christian Church senior pastor, Melvin Jones, who was a radio and record executive in OJays early days. RADIO ICON Bobby O'Jay dead at 68: WDIA host and 'King of Memphis radio' dies before his morning show as fans pay tribute. February 10. 1,679 talking about this. Men Radio WDIA is a radio station based in Memphis, Tennessee. 1070 WDIA Podcasts Playlists from 1070 WDIA Latest News See All Advertise With Us For You Toni Bell, who grew up listening to WDIA and worked at the station in the 1980s, says hearing Williams, Thomas, and other African-American personalities on the radio meant so much because no. Even though there have been some ups and downs, its been more fun than anything.. Many shared how his sudden death had touched them, like losing a family member. When I was a rookie, he gave me advice and always a good laugh. Later the fund expanded to include college scholarships, establish boy clubs, provide 125 Little League Teams to Memphis and neighboring communities, and help provide low cost supplemental housing (Wilson). Colleagues and family friends took to social media as news spread that former WDIA radio personality Fred "Hollywood" Moore died Saturday (Jan. 9) morning. I know for many Memphians, including my wife, the day was not complete unless they tuned in to hear what Bobby had to say. . Dyana Williams is one of the earliest and most influential female air personalities in Black radio. And we just started calling him Hollywood Fred Hollywood Moore. The 68-year-old radio personality passed away on Tuesday morning before the start of his 9am show, according to WREG. I added the Whats on Your Mind Line to stop the music at five oclock in the afternoon so we could talk to our listeners and they can talk back, said OJay. A small donation would help us keep this available to all. Win Your Trip to Our 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards! Bobby was a trailblazer in the industry as well as a legacy in the community for multiple decades. King joined WDIA in early 1949. Pharos Books, 1992). One of the stations most well-known personalities, Bev Johnson, told, that Moore was kind of laid back and real smooth., We have lost a gentle giant in the radio industry. [4], Nat D. Williams, a syndicated columnist and high-school teacher, started Tan Town Jubilee on October 25, 1948. The stations influence and popularity reached the Mississippi Deltas dense African-American population, and WDIAs broadcasts were heard from Missouri to the Gulf Coast, reaching 10 percent of the African-American population in the United States. Rating: 4.0 Reviews: 1. Download the "WDIA 1070 Radio Station" radio app to enjoy the best programming in town - FREE! Memphians continue to remember WDIA radio host Bobby OJay, who died Tuesday morning. King and Bobby Blue Bland. WDIA M-F 6am-10am & Sun. This callsign, however, is now assigned to an unrelated Christian-programmed station. 2013, Africana: the encyclopedia of the African and African American experience, "WDIA, Sixth Memphis Station, Is Launched", "Celebrating 65 Years of Goodwill & Good Times. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - He was known as the King of Memphis Radio, a legend, and icon in the industry. Listen For Your Chance To Win! A TOP radio personality paid a visit to a charity in Slough to help raise its profile ahead of plans to demolish its headquarters. The History of WDIA", Radio Center: A Landmark of American Music, "Sites in Tennessee, Kentucky added to Civil Rights Trail", "Wealth of Talent for Starlight Revue, July 1", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=WDIA&oldid=1132504634, This page was last edited on 9 January 2023, at 05:10. Suite 4100 901-535-9342 Website: http://mywdia.iheart.com Stations 1070 WDIA The Heart & Soul of Memphis TOMORROW: 7am Bobby O'Jay 11am Bev Johnson 4pm Earle Augustus Shows Bev Johnson Memphis, TN Daten ber Ihr Gert und Ihre Internetverbindung, wie Ihre IP-Adresse, Browsing- und Suchaktivitten bei der Nutzung von Yahoo Websites und -Apps. We offer our deepest condolences to his family, friends and loyal listeners during this extremely difficult time. WDIA was the first radio station in the country programmed entirely for the black community. Radio personalities are very popular and the success of a radio channel is largely dependent upon the popularity of the radio personality who host its programs. When O'Jay would open. Fired within three months of taking his first gig in Birmingham, that Milwaukee station he called during high school hired him and he quickly became program director. King and Rufus Thomas. Memphians remember radio host Bobby OJay, Woman accused of driving into home, killing former pro basketball player Galen Young granted diversion, Justin Bieber cancels remainder of world tour after Ramsay Hunt syndrome diagnosis, 1 dead after multi-vehicle crash on I-240, traffic heavily congested, First Alert Meteorologist Brittney Bryant's Thursday Morning Weather 3/2, Bane leads Grizzlies to victory against Rockets, Baptist Memorial speaks out on gun violence, 1 dead after crash near Shelby Drive, MPD reports. Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland also reflected on OJays life and legacy on Twitter. Its owners, John Pepper and Dick Ferguson, established the station and located it at 2074 Union Avenue. A.C. Williams, a former disc jockey for the station, helped create the Goodwill Fund in 1954, and the station's identification announcement became, Youre Listening to 50,000 Watts of Goodwill, W-D-I-A Memphis.. One of the best to don headsets and bless the mic in the control room. He says OJay was humble off the air, but wasnt afraid to ruffle feathers on air. WDIA's afternoon radio talent playing the best music in the world and keeping you up to date with the latest local and community information. I hired this guy and within two months, this man had taken my job. The station started the WDIA Goodwill Fund to help and empower black communities. Bobby and I were always on opposite sides of the desk. [9] Originally, the fund provided transportation to school for disabled black children. K97 FM 9am. 1070 WDIA - WDIA is a broadcast radio station in Memphis, Tennessee, United States, providing Top 40 and Oldies R&B and Soul music. He suffered a fatal massive heart attack. He was 68. The next year he took a DJ position on an afternoon show previously hosted by Maurice "Hot Rod" Hulbert. One hot day in Batesville, Mississippi, when OJay was picking cotton, his cousin visited and OJay knew he wanted to follow his cousins path. After a switch to all-black programming, WDIA became the city's top station. WDIA 1070 Memphis - Bobby O'Jay - December 19 2019Bobby O'Jay was one of the most iconic voices in Memphis Broadcasting. Half of the listeners who could hear WDIA's signal were African-American, and WDIA hired the first black disk jockey in the South. Listen online or on your phone with our free app! "Cannonball" Cantor, one of the few white announcers on WDIA, tells how this decision resulted not only in business success, but mirrored America's nascent awareness of African American culture and social issues. In 2020, to the U.S. Civil Rights Trail, the Beale Street Historic District and the WDIA radio station were added from Memphis. Stan is also a Shelby County Schools Careers and Technology instructor. Fans of the radio legend, known as the "King of Memphis radio," took to Twitter to mourn him and celebrate his life. 69 talking about this. I know for many Memphians, including my wife, the day was not complete unless they tuned in to hear what Bobby had to say. Cam Mtenzi posted an extended tribute to Moore on Facebook. Wheelin On Beale: How WDIA-Memphis Became the Nations First All-Black ------ Shows: . It wasn't black owned, but it appealed to a black . WHAL Sat.. Stormy Taylor The office staff was racially integrated by 1950 which was rare in Memphis or any Southern city at that time but the station did not see its first black manager until 1972. 5/5 based on 1 review. WDIA Memphis mainstay Bobby OJay passed away of unknown causes on Tuesday (May 3). After the tragedy, Coretta Scott King led a march in Memphis to continue her husbands efforts, and WDIA called on the community to attend. Close Modal Ahead of his induction in Tennessee, he shared with local outlet Fox13 Memphis, Ive never had this job and that job. His voice and opinions will truly be missed.. King would later attribute his success as a musician to the recognition he received from his early career airtime on WDIA. Fred Hollywood Moore was the leading Actor in MA&9s 1998/ 99/2000 stage play Have Eyes see not; Have Ears hear not: Story of a family witness signs of the timeMy Prayers & condolences to Mrs. Judy Moore & the Moore Family. I was listening to WDIA radio when they only stayed on the air until 12:AM Rufus Thomas signed off at Midnight. r'n'b. soul. They didnt get in my business and things like that. Let's treat everyone with respect. He says his large family never pried, they just prayed and so did he. Listen to the best radio station in Memphis, Tennessee, no matter where you are. Rufus Thomas maintained his program until his passing in 2001. My wife Melyne and I offer condolences to his family, to his radio family at iHeart and his loyal fans. 1070 WDIA The Heart & Soul of Memphis Local News Tennessee Attraction Among The 17 Top Amusement Parks In America Feb 28, 2023 Sista Strut 2023! In WDIA: Black Music Mother Station. His cause of death is currently unknown. [5] This was one of the first radio programs in the United States to appeal to black listeners. Bobby O'Jay became a popular host and was a mainstay until his death on May 3, 2022. It empowered a huge segment of the . www.mywdia.com; John Hopkins, Radio Center: A Landmark of American O'Jay often shared his life on-air with his late wife, Sharon. Do you find this information helpful? The radio and music industries have lost a resilient pioneer and true legend.. And they even said to me, were going to even give you a company car to drive and this was February of 1983, and the rest is history, said OJay. ICONIC DJ Bobby O'Jay has died while at work at a Memphis radio station. Johnson remembers that Moore came here to the Memphis market from Indianapolis. Listen To Podcasts That Examine The Passion, Perseverance, And Power Of Black Culture! Talking to TV outlet Fox 13/Memphis prior to his induction, OJay said of his 49-year career, Ive never had this job and that job. And I got a phone call, he remembered. 1070 WDIA is the heart & soul of Memphis! Praying for the strength and peace of his family as we honor his legacy.. When WDIA first went on air June 7, 1947, it was owned by John Pepper and Dick Ferguson, both . She remembers her longtime friend as a visionary, teacher and game changer. Johnson said his presence was deeply missed by those who stayed. The Museum of Broadcast Communications announces the selection of 10 new Legends inductees into the Radio Hall of Fame for 2022, "recognizing the talents and efforts of air personalities, programmers and operators who contributed with greatness to the radio industry and have since passed away." Broadcasting & media production company Photos See all Videos See all 0:38 1070 WDIA | iHeart 1070 WDIA The Heart & Soul of Memphis Follow Connect Contests and Promotions Sista Strut 2023! The station went on the air on June 7, 1947, from studios on Union Avenue in downtown Memphis. Radio proved to be a rocky road. I know for many Memphians, including my wife, the day was not complete unless they tuned in to hear what Bobby had to say," he wrote. She was raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan and attended public schools. WDIA's parent company iHeartRadio announced. Last year, he was inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame after being honored by the Living Legends Foundation in 2000 and iHeartMedia Memphis in 2018. [26][27] Radio DJ Alan Freedon New York City's WINS (AM)in 1955. . Tennessee State Rep Antonio Parkinsonsaid: "This is not only a loss for us as a city in Memphis, but a loss to all of us in the black community nationally, those of us in black music and radio and those of us who saw him as a mentor. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. 7am-10a. Johnnie Walker, founder/CEO of the National Association of Black Female Executives in Music and Entertainment, Inc. (NABFEME), knew OJay during her career ascension from radio station PD to senior vp, promotion at Def Jam Recordings. King, and Bobby Blue Bland. Remembering Bobby O'Jay. When I returned to Memphis as the citys music commissioner, the acknowledgment and respect he showed me were priceless. May God Bless his family, his spirit, and his legacy.. On Wednesday, WDIA took phone calls from Memphians who grew up listening to and talking to O'Jay on his morning radio show. M-F 6am-3pm & Sun. When WDIA went on the air in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1948, its white owners, Bert Ferguson and John R. Pepper, were anything but blues aficionados; however, deejay Nat D. Williams was. [1] It featured black radio personalities; its success in building an audience attracted radio advertisers suddenly aware of a "new" market among black listeners. WDIA (1070 AM) is a radio station based in Memphis, Tennessee. The first radio station in the United States programmed by and for African Americans, WDIA was one of only six stations broadcasting in Memphis, Tennessee when it hit the airwaves in 1947. Active since 1947, it soon became the first radio station in the United States that was programmed entirely for African Americans. As one of Memphis most celebrated radio personalities, OJay will be inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame July 31 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. [13] In addition, he contributed to the redevelopment of Beale Street and Soulsville, USA. Selco Builders Warehouse, which has a branch on Farnham Road in Slough, was revealed as the Builders' Merchant of the Year at the Builders' Merchants Awards. 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