Calling all music fans who spent their weekends glued to the radio waiting for Casey Kasem's Top40
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Calling all music fans who spent their weekends glued to the radio waiting for Casey Kasem's Top40
America's Hits (1970-1988) Weekly Countdown
More than just a book; it's a treasure trove for anyone who lived and breathed the Top 40 countdown.
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This book is a treasure trove for music lovers who lived and breathed the American Top 40 countdown hosted by the legendary Casey Kasem. It chronicles a specific era, July 1970 to August 1988, through the lens of the Billboard Top 40 chart.
The author, a self-proclaimed music fanatic, shares a personal connection to the countdown, starting with a serendipitous late-night encounter with the radio at 13. From then on, the weekly countdown became an obsession, fueling a passion for collecting radio surveys from various stations and record stores in Chicago.
What's Inside:
More than just data:
This book is more than just a compilation of charts. It's a testament to the power of music and the enduring appeal of the American Top 40 countdown. It may spark memories for those who shared the author's love for the charts, reminding them of the songs that shaped their youth.
The author’s story is told in the book. It all began with a serendipitous late-night encounter with the radio at 13. From that moment on, the weekly countdown became an obsession, fueling a passion for collecting radio surveys from various stations and record stores in Chicago. This dedication and love for music are evident throughout the book.
Here is the very first broadcast of
"American Top 40" with Casey Kasem.
While it aired on July 4, 1970
The top 40 songs were from the Billboard chart for the week ending July 11, 1970.
August 6, 1988
The last installment of AT40 hosted by Casey Kasem.
Shadoe Stevens would take over the following week.
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