Radio Revolution: The Rise and Fall of the Big 8 (2004)
• March 12th, 2004 • 1h 12min
Documentary, Music
Overview
Examination of the international social, political and musical impact of radio station CKLW during the 1960s and 70s. CKLW was the sonic mirror of Windsor's sister city, separated by a half mile of dirty Detroit River water – reflecting excitement, soul, creativity – and bloody murder.
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