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Logan H. Westbrooks: The Collection of a Music Industry Executive and Entrepreneur During the 1960s, Black musicians and executives still had a difficult time breaking into the mainstream of the music industry. Despite the commercial success of Black music produced by the independent labels major record companies (with the exception of Decca) did not invest in it. However, a group of pioneering Black music industry executives, managers, disc jockeys, and promoters began opening new doors for African American artists.

Logan H. Westbrooks was one of these pioneering executives, and his personal collection — held by the Archives of African American Music and Culture at Indiana University Bloomington — reflects the state of the music industry from the mid-1960s to the 1980s, which is often described as the Golden Age for Black popular music. This podcast features highlights from the collection which illuminate the role and achievements of Logan H. Westbrooks as a music industry executive and promoter of Black music for both major and independent labels.

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Logan H. Westbrooks Power 101

Experience a historical musical roller coaster ride of personal and public domain stories. These books are a must read, featuring insight and advice from Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks and over 50 industry experts who have garnered over 100 million dollars in career sales, plus more than 50 gold & 25 platinum records in soul, pop, gospel, hip hop and R&B.

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Logan H. Westbrooks The Anatomy of the Music Industry

Other experts in the book Angelo Ellerbee, Bill Speed, Bishop Donald Hilliard, Clifford Russell, Dan Weiner, David Wasserman, Dorie Pride, Eunice Mosley, Gary A. Watson, Gil Robertson, Greg Coakley, Greg Savage, Jay King, Jazzy Rita Shelby, Jesus Garber, Jo Jo McDuffie Funderburg, Jonathan Butler, Kashif, Kevin Ross, Larry Blackmon, Logan H. Westbrooks, Marc Brogdon, Maryann Johnson, Marquis Hill, Michael Brae, Michael Corcoran, Michael Nixon, Michael White, Paul McKinney, Ray Chew, Rick Scott, Stephanie Spruill, Stephen Herring, Shannon Sanders, The Prophet X, Thornell Jones, Vicki Mack Lataillade.

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Logan H. Westbrooks The Anatomy of a Record Company.

The Anatomy of a Record Company was first published 35 years ago. Ascent Publishing has re-released this book to offer foundational and historical perspectives to the current music industry. The major driving forces today are the Internet, digitized music, and the mobilization of music. The major labels no longer hold autonomy as to who enters the ‘gates’ however, with over forty executives interviewed, spanning 50 years of expertise.

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Logan H. Westbrooks The Harvard Report Censored.

The Harvard Report CENSORED by Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks is new from Ascent Publishing. It is the first ever stand alone print publication of this extensive report that was prepared for Columbia Records Group (CRG) in 1972. A Harvard MBA (Larry Isaacson) spearheaded the idea of penetrating the Black Music Market. He was also an employee of CBS Records at the time and he presented the idea to Clive Davis.


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Lauderdale Sub Memories Of A Memphis Neighborhood

Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks revisits his childhood in Memphis, Tennessee when he lived in a community known as Lauderdale Sub. Westbrooks recounts the family values that fortified him and many others to become high achievers and great contributors to society. In addition to the Westbrooks family, the Bishop, Bryant, Davenport, Hawkins, Hodges, Moore, Neely, Patterson, Porter, Smith, Stiles and Weaver families are also featured. Additionally, the book pays homage to neighborhood churches such as Morning View, Mount Sinai and Carnegie COGIC. A drive through the area today would hardly hint of the history makers who grew up in the once thriving Lauderdale Sub. The likes of which include the late Bishop G. E. Patterson, BBQ mogul James Neely and Don Bryant, who co-wrote “I Can’t Stand the Rain” with his wife, hit recording artist Ann Peebles. Told through the oral traditions, here is a blueprint for success that is evidenced by an ever-fruitful legacy in the ministry, business, education, government, medicine, aviation, entertainment and beyond.

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Larita Shelby
LaRita Shelby is Tennessee native whose family hails from Memphis, Tennessee on Carnegie Street. Shelby is also the owner of SB Media & Marketing and Shall Be Productions. She has worked with Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks for over a decade as a creative consultant and project manager. Additionally, LaRita is VP of Business Development at Lee Bailey’s EURweb.com. LaRita is the author of On My Father’s Side and The Brand Beside the Brand. She is a screenwriter, former military broadcaster, singer and actress. LaRita is especially proud to contribute to the Lauderdale Sub book project which unfolds the rich history of faith and excellence that fueled her family’s neighborhood. Miss Shelby is an undergraduate of Loyola Marymount and she holds a Master of Media and Communication Psychology degree from Touro University. Most recent accolades include: 2025 NAWBO Nominee for Community Business Leader of the Year, 2024 President's Volunteer Service Award, 2024 Certificate of Recognition City of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, 2023 Leadership Award from the Regional Cal Black Chamber of Commerce of SFV and 2020 Certificate of Recognition City of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. It’s business by day and jazz by night, LaRita also performs as “Jazzy Rita” and she is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Her music can be heard on all digital outlets under Jazzy Rita Shelby.
For info: ContactUs@SBMediaandMarketing.com
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Larita Shelby
LaRita Shelby is Tennessee native whose family hails from Memphis, Tennessee on Carnegie Street. Shelby is also the owner of SB Media & Marketing and Shall Be Productions. She has worked with Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks for over a decade as a creative consultant and project manager. Additionally, LaRita is VP of Business Development at Lee Bailey’s EURweb.com. LaRita is the author of On My Father’s Side and The Brand Beside the Brand. She is a screenwriter, former military broadcaster, singer and actress. LaRita is especially proud to contribute to the Lauderdale Sub book project which unfolds the rich history of faith and excellence that fueled her family’s neighborhood. Miss Shelby is an undergraduate of Loyola Marymount and she holds a Master of Media and Communication Psychology degree from Touro University. Most recent accolades include: 2025 NAWBO Nominee for Community Business Leader of the Year, 2024 President's Volunteer Service Award, 2024 Certificate of Recognition City of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, 2023 Leadership Award from the Regional Cal Black Chamber of Commerce of SFV and 2020 Certificate of Recognition City of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. It’s business by day and jazz by night, LaRita also performs as “Jazzy Rita” and she is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Her music can be heard on all digital outlets under Jazzy Rita Shelby.
For info: ContactUs@SBMediaandMarketing.com https://www.sbmediaandmarketing.com/
Dr. Justin D. Key
Dr. Justin D. Key is a business strategist, entrepreneur, and consultant with over 15 years of experience across the entertainment, education, and corporate sectors. As a trusted advisor to Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks, he provides strategic counsel on business development, contract review, and technology integration. A mathematician by training and a creative entrepreneur by passion, Dr. Key bridges innovation, structure, and vision to help advance Dr. Westbrooks’ ongoing ventures.
For info: Justin@JustinDKey.com
Dr. Justin D. Key
Dr. Justin D. Key is a business strategist, entrepreneur, and consultant with over 15 years of experience across the entertainment, education, and corporate sectors. As a trusted advisor to Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks, he provides strategic counsel on business development, contract review, and technology integration. A mathematician by training and a creative entrepreneur by passion, Dr. Key bridges innovation, structure, and vision to help advance Dr. Westbrooks’ ongoing ventures.
For info: Justin@JustinDKey.com
Dee Robinson
Dee Robinson is a creative poet and the founder of Dee Robinson, the Right Writer Professional Writing Service. For over twenty years, she has helped clients elevate their stories as a speech writer, ghost writer, editor, consultant, and idea maven. After helping many others, Dee has written her own book titled The Capricious & Anecdotal Sojourn of a Woman who Sometimes Processes Information in a Peculiar Fashion.
In 1998, Dee established Mentaltainment, an entertainment production company with an emphasis on creating enlightening and uplifting live entertainment. Dee is also an indie filmmaker who has produced two short films—It’s Never too Late and The Healing House.
In 2005, through Mentaltainment, she produced an all-night jam session called The People Café that had the vibe of a modern-day juke joint. It was inspired by a song she wrote called The People Café. The jam session was the talk of the town and ran for 15 years.
As a poet, Dee produced a critically-acclaimed spoken word CD called WomanFlower and she released two CDs—Grown & Sexy Lullabies: Music to Love By and Let There be Love. She also released several other Singles. Dee Robinson has a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from Georgia State University. She resides in Atlanta, Georgia and is a valuable asset to Dr. Westbrooks’ team.
Dee Robinson
Dee Robinson is a creative poet and the founder of Dee Robinson, the Right Writer Professional Writing Service. For over twenty years, she has helped clients elevate their stories as a speech writer, ghost writer, editor, consultant, and idea maven. After helping many others, Dee has written her own book titled The Capricious & Anecdotal Sojourn of a Woman who Sometimes Processes Information in a Peculiar Fashion.
In 1998, Dee established Mentaltainment, an entertainment production company with an emphasis on creating enlightening and uplifting live entertainment. Dee is also an indie filmmaker who has produced two short films—It’s Never too Late and The Healing House.
In 2005, through Mentaltainment, she produced an all-night jam session called The People Café that had the vibe of a modern-day juke joint. It was inspired by a song she wrote called The People Café. The jam session was the talk of the town and ran for 15 years.
As a poet, Dee produced a critically-acclaimed spoken word CD called WomanFlower and she released two CDs—Grown & Sexy Lullabies: Music to Love By and Let There be Love. She also released several other Singles. Dee Robinson has a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from Georgia State University. She resides in Atlanta, Georgia and is a valuable asset to Dr. Westbrooks’ team.