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Sidney Miller, Pioneering ‘Black Radio Exclusive’ Publisher, Dies at 89

Sidney Miller, founder and publisher of Black Radio Exclusive (BRE) — one of the industry’s first Black music trade magazines — died Thursday in Arlington, Virginia, following a long illness. He was 89. Miller invested his savings and sold his house and car to pursue his dream of establishing a publication specifically targeting the Black music market. Launched in 1976, BRE became a pivotal force in underscoring the importance of Black radio and promoting the cultural and commercial impact of Black artists and Black music in the contemporary music arena. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news BRE’s success also spawned what became a popular industry staple, the BRE Convention. The annual event attracted key national and international music executives ...