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      Runaway Radio

      Released Nov 11, 2023 1h 23m Documentary Music TRAILER for Runaway Radio: Trailer 1 List Runaway Radio: Trailer 1 Runaway Radio: Trailer 1 1:56 View more videos
      Reviews In the pre-digital age, radio entertained, informed and dictated what was cool through theater of the mind. Acclaimed musicians such as Lyle Lovett, ZZ Top’s Dusty Hill, Melissa Etheridge and Sammy Hagar along with top radio DJs from across the US reflect on how the medium changed their lives and the lives of devoted listeners. "Runaway Radio" focuses on Houston's 101 KLOL -- starting in 1970 as a progressive radio station, where DJs played whatever they wanted, to how it evolved into one of several wild Album Oriented Rock (AOR) stations across the country, where on-air personalities were sometimes bigger than the music itself! But in the end, changes and pressures from Washington, the music industry and Silicon Valley led to the station's, and much of the format's, demise in the 2000s. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Premiered Apr 23 Buy Now

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      Michelle Swope Elements of Madness Runaway Radio is a highly enjoyable, nostalgic look back at the history of the wildly popular radio station KLOL, as well as the metamorphosis of the radio industry and rock and roll music. Rated: 3.5/5 Apr 3, 2024 Full Review Bradley Gibson Film Threat If you remember AOR from the 1970s, Runaway Radio will fill your heart with bittersweet memories of the wild, hairy days of rock radio. Rated: 8/10 Mar 20, 2024 Full Review Joe Friar Fort Worth Report If you grew up listening to KLOL, the documentary will surely bring back some cherished memories. But if you’re not familiar with the station, you’ll still get valuable insight into the inner workings of radio broadcasting. A must-see for rock fans. Rated: 3/4 Feb 28, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Linda B Watching the documentary debut in Houston was an awesome event. Having lived in the area since the early 70's it was a true walk down memory lane, as many of the great clips from KLOL are included. The interviews with Dusty Hill, Lyle Lovett, Melissa Etheridge and all the great radio personalities are a blast. The entire audience was engaged. I haven't heard as much laughter from a big crowd in a long time. The 83 minutes flew past and left us wishing for a lot more! You really must see it for yourself to truly appreciate it. Great job, Mike McGuff!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/06/24 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis In the pre-digital age, radio entertained, informed and dictated what was cool through theater of the mind. Acclaimed musicians such as Lyle Lovett, ZZ Top’s Dusty Hill, Melissa Etheridge and Sammy Hagar along with top radio DJs from across the US reflect on how the medium changed their lives and the lives of devoted listeners. "Runaway Radio" focuses on Houston's 101 KLOL -- starting in 1970 as a progressive radio station, where DJs played whatever they wanted, to how it evolved into one of several wild Album Oriented Rock (AOR) stations across the country, where on-air personalities were sometimes bigger than the music itself! But in the end, changes and pressures from Washington, the music industry and Silicon Valley led to the station's, and much of the format's, demise in the 2000s.
      Director
      Mike McGuff
      Producer
      Michael Repsch, Vince Foster, Allen Gilmer, Pat Fant, Dayna Steele, Doug Harris
      Distributor
      Dark Star Pictures
      Production Co
      Silver Head Films, Big Day Pictures
      Genre
      Documentary, Music
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Nov 11, 2023, Limited
      Release Date (Streaming)
      Feb 27, 2024
      Runtime
      1h 23m
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