Rudy Grillo sound recordings, 1970-1989.

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Creator

Grillo, Rudy.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• 1 linear feet (3 boxes).

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

The Rudy Grillo sound recordings consist chiefly of audiotapes of Gay Rap and other gay radio programs broadcast on WBAI, 1970-1989, with a small amount of correspondence and printed material related to his research and work as a radio producer at WBAI. Topics covered include gay and lesbian activism, celebrations, music and celebrity interviews. Also present are his recordings of Gay Activists Alliance meetings and events, 1971-1973, and miscellaneous recordings on gay issues. Printed material includes program playlists, program guides, and newspaper clippings.

Biographical/Historical Note

Rudy Grillo was a producer of radio programs for WBAI-FM in New York City. In 1980 Grillo was promoted to the position of Program Director of WBAI's Gay Men's Department, which he held until its dissolution in 1982.

Controlled Access Terms

• Grillo, Rudy.
• Alternative radio broadcasting -- United States.
• Gay liberation movement -- United States.
• Gay rights -- United States.
• Homosexuality and music -- United States.
• Lesbians -- United States.
• National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, Washington, D.C., 1979.
• Radio programs for gays -- United States.
• Stonewall Riots, New York, N.Y., 1969.
• Sound recordings.
• Radio producers and directors.

Additional Creator Names

• Crisp, Quentin. ive
• Little Richard. ive
• Praunheim, Rosa von, 1942- ive
• Gay Activists Alliance.
• WBAI Radio (New York, N.Y.)
• Pacifica Radio.
• Gay rap (Radio program)