Art Laboe's Radio Legacy Continues with New Host Angel Rodriguez

Honoring Art Laboe's Radio Legacy

• 💡 Art Laboe, an Armenian American DJ, was a significant figure in California radio for over seven decades, becoming a staple among Hispanic families.
• 📌 His show, "The Art Laboe Connection," was known for playing "oldies but goodies" and connecting with listeners, including the incarcerated.
• 👑 Laboe, often called "The King of Oldies," passed away in October 2022, but his show continues.

New Host, Same Spirit

• 🚀 Angel Rodriguez, also known as "Angel Baby," is the new host of "The Art Laboe Connection," carrying on the legacy.
• 🎤 As a Chicano who grew up in the LA area, Rodriguez feels honored to represent the Latino community in this role.
• 🌟 He sits in Art Laboe's original chair, aiming to keep the magic of the show alive.

Connecting Generations Through Music

• 🤝 Laboe was a pioneer in desegregating Southern California through his dances and concerts, bringing together Black, Brown, and white music lovers.
• 📞 He was the first DJ to take call-in dedications and coined the term "oldies but goodies."
• 🎶 Music is described as a way of life, meant to be passed down, with "oldies but goodies" providing a soundtrack for happiness and fun.

The Show's Enduring Impact

• 💌 Listeners continue to mail in dedications, keeping the show vibrant and connecting generations.
• ✨ The show's continuation by two Latinos, Angel Rodriguez and producer Joanna Moronis, ensures Art Laboe's spirit lives on through the airwaves.
• 💻 For more information on how to listen, check Foxla.com.