Broadcasting originally from WZZQ FM 102.9, David was among the very first free-form DJ's who favored the classic progressive rock format. FM stations in the sixties and seventies were novelties.
While AM radio continued a long tradition of playing popular rock and roll and rhythm and blues hits from the single records which contained one song on a side and another song on the B side, the FM progressive rock stations played cuts from the LP (Long Playing) vinyl albums.
Through the sixties and into the seventies, rock music evolved. FM radio was better suited for this more intricate and advanced style of rock that featured concept themes, instrument solos, much longer play times, and that needed the richer sound of FM stereo to broadcast it faithfully.
David Adcock was a master at weaving together album cuts into seamless tapestries of playlist sets. His deep knowledge of music and wide appreciation of musical forms and genres was unequaled. His smooth, raspy, laid-back voice and his choice selections of record cuts were the epitome of the free-form progressive rock DJ.
This blog is a tribute to David and to "Toons 'Til Two", in the hopes that David's legions of loyal listeners may find a few rays of musical sunshine on Sundays.
Were you a fan of "Toons 'Til Two"? Please comment on your memories of the show and of David and of WZZQ. And share your favorite David Adcock tune.
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