From Songwriters to Soundmen with Weldon McDougal III

Hailing from West Philadelphia, Weldon Arthur McDougal III has contributed to the musical evolution of the Sound of Philadelphia for over four decades. As a songwriter, recording artist, group bandleader and independent producer, he has helped shape and influence the creation and development of Philly sound since the early 1960s.

As a founding member and co-owner of the now legendary Harthon/Dynodynamics record labels alongside Luther Randolph and Johnny Stiles, Weldon produced diverse local Philly artists including Eddie Holman, Barbara Mason, the Volcanoes, Larry Clinton, Nella Dodds, Cindy Gibson, Herb Ward, and many others.

McDougal produced Barbara Mason’s Philly classic Top 10 hit, "Yes, I'm Ready"  which is one of the first examples of the sweet, lush orchestrated sound that came to be called Philly soul.  In the 1970’s, McDougal continued to produce while working nationally at Motown records.

 McDougal III will be interviewed in front of a live audience as part of the Museum’s “From Songwriters to Soundmen: The People Behind the Hits” free educational series that shines the spotlight on the people whose contributions to the rock and roll art form are often as powerful as those of the artists themselves. 

 

Wednesday February 17, 7pm, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Foster Theater (4th Floor)

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