DJ Art Laboe passes away, credited with bringing an end to segregation.

Art Laboe, pioneering DJ who is recognized with aiding in the abolition of segregation in Southern California, has passed away. He was 97.

Art Laboe Cause Of Death

According to Joanna Morones, representative for Laboe’s production business, Dart Entertainment, Laboe passed away on Friday night from pneumonia.The final episode of Laboe was produced last week and aired on Sunday night.Oldies are played by 93-year-old DJ Art Laboe to connect inmates and relatives.


By planning live DJ events at drive-in restaurants that attracted whites, Blacks, and Latinos who danced to rock and roll and surprised an older generation still listening to Frank Sinatra and Big Band music, Laboe is credited with aiding in the end of segregation in Southern California.The expression “oldies, but goodies” is also credited to Laboe. He founded Original Sound Record, Inc. in 1957, and in 1958 the compilation album “Oldies But Goodies: Vol. 1″ was released. This album spent 183 weeks on the Billboard Top 100 chart.

Obituary And Burial Arrangements

Art Laboe’s funeral arrangements will be revealed by her family. The family and loved ones will share details about the obituary, funeral, and life celebration at the appropriate time. We will do our best to keep you updated on them. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the deceased’s family and friends, who have been struggling with the loss of such an intelligent and compassionate individual.

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