Uploaded October 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this exciting episode of the Rock Newman Show 2.0, we are thrilled to welcome a true legend in the world of concert promotion – the one and only Darryll Brooks. Originating from Washington, DC, Darryll Brooks takes us on an extraordinary 50-year journey through the annals of event curation, starting in the vibrant days of Anacostia Park during the 1970s, where he collaborated with musical icons like Chuck Brown and Gil Scott-Heron. From there, he steered the ship as he managed the epic tours of the supergroup Parliament-Funkadelic, and then set the stage for countless legendary moments alongside groups like NWA and some of the most prominent names in the music industry.
But the story doesn't end there. We'll also delve into the pivotal role played by his enduring business partner of over five decades, the incomparable Carol Kirkendall. Together, they've weathered the ever-evolving music industry and created unforgettable experiences for fans worldwide.
And of course, we can't forget the remarkable journey through the world of Hip-Hop. Darryll Brooks will share with us his interactions with Hip-Hop artists, including his and business partner Kirkendall's profound contributions to the emergence and evolution of the genre. Join us as we "tear the roof off the Mother" and explore the life and career of impresario extraordinaire, Darryll Brooks.
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In this exciting episode of the Rock Newman Show 2.0, we are thrilled to welcome a true legend in the world of concert promotion – the one and only Darryll Brooks. Originating from Washington, DC, Darryll Brooks takes us on an extraordinary 50-year journey through the annals of event curation, starting in the vibrant days of Anacostia Park during the 1970s, where he collaborated with musical icons like Chuck Brown and Gil Scott-Heron. From there, he steered the ship as he managed the epic tours of the supergroup Parliament-Funkadelic, and then set the stage for countless legendary moments alongside groups like NWA and some of the most prominent names in the music industry.
But the story doesn't end there. We'll also delve into the pivotal role played by his enduring business partner of over five decades, the incomparable Carol Kirkendall. Together, they've weathered the ever-evolving music industry and created unforgettable experiences for fans worldwide.
And of course, we can't forget the remarkable journey through the world of Hip-Hop. Darryll Brooks will share with us his interactions with Hip-Hop artists, including his and business partner Kirkendall's profound contributions to the emergence and evolution of the genre. Join us as we "tear the roof off the Mother" and explore the life and career of impresario extraordinaire, Darryll Brooks.
#popularmusic #hiphopmusic #blackmusic
