| ...909-389-1259 - not just a number...but an institution! The year is 1980 and Georgeann Peterson had the idea of some fan interaction by playing Hall and Oates music and that of other pop artists that were being played on WBZ radio Boston station....and then she would chat about the music and people could call in and give it a listen and then if they wanted, could leave a message. It was like having her own fan club, only a club that was beyond limitation as fans could "call" from 28 states, to listen to the message and/or song of the day. If they felt so inclined, they could even leave their comments. The DJ would often joke that Georgeann's audience was bigger than his. She was a regular on the show and would call in and talk about her phone line. Of course, Georgeann never calls anyone back, whenever they leave a message, as the point is to allow people to anonymously/privately sample whatever it is she has via the phone line. The phone line is a mainstay and as a teacher, she uses it as an incorporation to her music appreciation classes. I actually did call "the number," today and true to form, I got to hear a sampling of a song that Hall & Oates had done for the movie soundtrack "Runaway Bride." I definitely did enjoy it, and as a result, I'll be buying the soundtrack, just so that I can hear that particular song over, and over, and over again... So, if you'd like to try something new, you can call 909-389-1259 and give it a listen. This is a brilliant, innovative idea that came about back in the day when answering machines were "becoming truly popular." This is most certainly an institution and an excellent tribute to Hall & Oates by an ardent fan! Accolades Georgeann for your innovation! - Becky Disclaimer: Calls made are the sole financial responsibility of the person making the call. The number provided herein is "not" a toll free number. The members of E to the Third Power (TM) are "not" responsible for any long distance costs that may be incurred, by placing the call featured herein. |
| Initially posted to the hall-and-oates group on May 28, 2004, with exception of phone number which was updated on 12-17-05, to reflect the newer number. |
| 909-389-1259 |