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“Let's face it. Rock and Roll is bigger than all of us”

Quote by Alan Freed

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Alan Freed, born on December 15, 1921, was a renowned DJ in the United States. Known as the 'Father of Rock and Roll', he was one of the key figures in promoting rock music in America. Through his radio show 'The Moondog House' in the 1950s, Freed introduced rock music to the public, which had a profound impact on the development of the genre. more

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