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But I never had that commercial opportunity to be played on the radio, so how could I be popular?
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"But I never had that commercial opportunity to be played on the radio, so how could I be popular?"

- Luther Allison

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This quote by Luther Allison speaks with the power of commercial radio in promoting music. He is expressing his aggravation at not having the chance to have his music played on the radio, and therefore not having the chance to become popular. He is indicating that without radio airplay, it is hard to become popular as a musician. This is specifically true in the pre-internet age, when radio was the primary method for individuals to discover brand-new music. Allison's quote talks to the significance of radio in the music industry, and how it can be a major consider identifying a musician's success. It likewise works as a suggestion of the power of the music industry, and how it can shape the careers of artists.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Luther Allison between August 17, 1939 and August 12, 1997. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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