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Disc Jockeys, Preachers, and Elvis: 55 Years of Behind the Scene stories of Disc Jockeys, Rock & Roll, and Elvis... as told by the Author, Who Lived Them.

#1 Best Seller: 'Rock Music' (April 2023), 'General Broadcasting' (June 2023), 'Radio History' (Sep 2023), Radio Reference (Feb 2024). Broadcast Hall of Fame Inductee Rick Dees: "WOW, you created a masterpiece. You are #1!" A reader Steve ***** describes it as "A love letter to radio." Carol ******** says, "One of the most interesting and comprehensive books I have ever read!""Disc Jockeys, Preachers, and Elvis" by Ron Brandon is widely praised as an engaging and authentic memoir that offers a unique, insider's perspective on the golden age of radio and rock & roll. The book is particularly notable for its firsthand accounts of the music industry from the 1950s through the 1990s, with Brandon drawing on his extensive career as a Disc Jockey to share behind the scene stories, personal anecdotes, and rare insights, especially his role in recording Elvis Presley's 1956 live performance in Tupelo, a pivotal contribution to Elvis's legacy.The book stands out for its rich content, featuring 28 chapters, over 250 photographs, and links to audio and video recordings that immerse readers in the era's sights and sounds. Readers and reviewers consistently describe it as a "love letter to radio" and a nostalgic journey through the heyday of Top-40 radio and rock & roll, filled with stories about legendary artists like Elvis, The Who, Eagles, Jimi Hendrix, and more. It also explores the evolving relationship between DJs and record companies, the challenges new artists faced in getting airplay, and the conttroversial practice of payola.Critics and industry professionals have lauded the book for its candid and heartfelt storytelling. It has received accolades such as being the #1 Bestseller in categories like Rock Music, General Broadcasting, and Radio History. It has garnered high praise from notable figures including Broadcast Hall Of Fame inductee Rick Dees, who called it a "masterpiece." Readers highlight its easy-to-read style, comprehensive photo documentation, and the author's ability to transport them back to the halcyo

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