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Gerald Wexler (January 10, 1917 – August 15, 2008) was a music journalist turned music producer, and was a major influence on American popular music from the 1950s through the 1980s.
Aug 15, 2008 · A tribute to the legendary record man, music producer and ageless hipster who co-founded Atlantic Records and shaped the sound of R&B, rock and soul. Learn about his life, career, achievements and legacy from his obituary and interviews.
Jerry Wexler’s position at Atlantic Records (an upstart, indie label at the time) allowed him to work hands-on with artists and revolutionize the recording process. As a music reporter, he also coined the term “rhythm and blues.”
Aug 16, 2008 · Jerry Wexler, who as a reporter for Billboard magazine in the late 1940s christened black popular music rhythm and blues, and who as a record producer helped lead the genre to mainstream ...
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A look at the legendary Atlantic Records producer behind the sound of Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and others. J erry Wexler’s dedication to his job as one of three guiding hands of Atlantic...
Aug 15, 2008 · Jerry Wexler, the former Atlantic Records co-director who produced some of the most groundbreaking rock and soul music of the 20th century, died Friday. He was 91.
Jan 10, 2024 · Learn about the life and legacy of Jerry Wexler, the influential record executive who coined the term "rhythm and blues" and shaped the careers of Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones and many more. Discover his production credits, awards and quotes in this tribute article.
