69: Sun Studio, Part 3: Dewey Phillips and the Memphis Airwaves

Join us as we unravel the story of Dewey Phillips, the enigmatic Memphis DJ whose energy electrified the airwaves and ushered in the rock and roll era. In this episode, we spotlight his contribution to the music scene and explore how Sun Studio tracks found a home on his radio show, becoming the soundtrack to a movement. Dive into the eclectic and electric atmosphere of '50s Memphis, where every evening, listeners tuned in for their dose of "Red, Hot & Blue."

Step into the whirlwind world of 1950s Memphis radio with Dewey Phillips, the pioneering DJ whose show "Red, Hot & Blue" captivated more than 100,000 nightly listeners on WHBQ. His frenetic pace and distinctive style made him a local icon and a vital link in the chain of musical revolution. In Part 3 of our Sun Studio series, we drop into the heart of Memphis during the golden age of radio, where Dewey Phillips spun records that defined an era and helped catapult rock and roll into the mainstream consciousness. Hear the stories, the music, and the mayhem that accompanied the birth of a new sound in a city that danced to the rhythm of innovation.