Welcome To The Life Of Joe Rumore.
Joe Rumore was an icon on Birmingham Radio for over 40 years. Joe's influence is still being felt as he paved the way for what we hear today. This site is dedicated to the life and memories of one the biggest radio icons, if not the biggest icon, in Birmingham. Join us as we go back and look at the life of Joe Rumore as told and shared by the Rumore family, along with classic photos, airchecks, and personal memories, of an era that defined Birmingham radio.
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The Joe Rumore Story
It was 1927 when "Master" Rumore made his radio debut, in the Rumore house. Thus, this started a radio career that spanned 60 years.
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Joe Rumore In Photos
Photos of Joe, from Christmas cards to family photos, advertisements and more!
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Joe Rumore Audio
Relive Joe on air, through actual aircheck, advertisements, and newscasts. . |
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Joe Rumore: HighlightsJuly, 17, 1920 Joe Rumore was born in Birmingham, AL 1941 The radio career of Joe Rumore officially starts. April, 6, 1948 Joe marries his wife, Angie October, 1948, Joe Rumore starts his career at WVOK. January 29, 1982 Joe Rumore makes his final broadcast, December 20, 1993 Joe Rumore passes away at the age of 73.
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Joe Rumore: Awards1999 Joe Rumore is inducted into the Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Fame 2003 Joe Rumore is awarded the Contemporary Achievement Media Award, Alabama Music Hall of Fame October 11, 2012 Joe Rumore was inducted into the University Of Alabama School Of Communications Hall of Fame
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