KJLH-FM and the Los Angeles Riots of 1992
Compton's Neighborhood Station in the Aftermath of the Rodney King Verdict
Published on 30. September 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
222 pages
978-0-7864-4386-4 (ISBN)
Description
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.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Jefferson, NC
United States
Target group
Interest Age: From 18 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
bibliography, index
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
371 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7864-4386-4 (9780786443864)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Phylis Johnson is Professor & Director of the School of Journalism & Mass Communication at San Jose State University.
Content
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
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