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1964: Soundscapes of Freedom – KMOX’s 'America the Beautiful' - Part I
Episode Overview Step back to July 4, 1964, as KMOX Radio—the legendary "Voice of St. Louis"—presents a grand, majestic Independence Day broadcast titled America the Beautiful. Guided by the authoritative yet warm baritone of veteran newsman Rex Davis, this archival gem takes listeners on an evocative musical travelogue across the American landscape. Blending vivid theatrical storytelling, orchestral scoring, folk melodies, and poetic prose, the program captures a quintessential mid-century celebration of national heritage. Historical Context & Significance Broadcast during an era of…
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