'When Radio Was King: Music Industry Executive-TC Thompkins' by TC Thompkins
- Dr. Pazanta H. Byars Ed.D
- Jan 27, 2024
- 2 min read
Paperback – Published February 27, 2023
by TC Thompkins (Author), Dr. Pazanta Byars EdD (Writer & Editor)
It was wonderful writing TC Thompkins’ life story. He shares historical information within the music industry that you will not find anywhere else. His one-on-one conversations with Michael Jackson, Sade, Luther Vandross, and many more iconic entertainers will only be shared in this amazing book.
His relentless and tenacious work ethic is rare and powerful…and this is only a reflection of his infectious personality. Since we edited and published his book in March of 2023, he has had great success in radio, television, and podcast interviews. His book signings have been wonderfully successful, and we are just so proud to have shared his story with the world.
This book will make you laugh, cry, and TC Thompkins, a Music
Industry Icon, shares his experiences and journey from his early years to the present while working with and developing artists such as Sade', Luther Vandross, & Teddy Riley. TC Thompkins specializes in identifying legendary artists and launching their music to the top of the charts. “Even when the world wasn’t ready, TC Thompkins knew great talent when he saw it and used his knowledge of radio promotions, tenacity, self-confidence, and decisive action to orchestrate the campaigns of Sade,’ Michael Jackson, and countless other icons." ...Susan Blond of Epic & Associated Labels. “One thing I can say about TC…there would be no Sade’ in America if it wasn’t for TC.”...Clarence Avant, Owner Tabu Records, The Black Godfather.
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