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Alan Freed

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American disc jockey, songwriter (1921-1965)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1921 to 1965 · aged 43
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Albert James "Alan" Freed was an American disc jockey. He also produced and promoted large traveling concerts with various acts, helping to spread the importance of rock and roll music throughout North America, including popularizing the term "rock and roll".

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Photos 3

Concert poster for the Coronation BallConcert poster for the Coronation BallAlan Freed's gravestone at the Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland, OhioAlan Freed's gravestone at the Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland, Ohio

Awards 3

2002Grammy Trustees Award
1986Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

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About this person

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1921 to 1965 · aged 43
Written about in
24 languages

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