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For fans of “WKRP in Cincinnati,” the legend of Dr. Johnny Fever is one of the show’s most enduring and beloved elements. His iconic on-air persona, laid-back style, and signature “Buh-buh-buh-buh-buh-buh-buh… BABYYYY!” catchphrase defined an era of television.
But a lot of what made Johnny Fever’s scenes so great was lost to time. When “WKRP” went into syndication, many of the original songs played during his DJ scenes had to be replaced. Copyright issues meant that the groovy, 70s rock and roll that defined the WKRP sound had to be swapped out for generic, sound-alike tracks. It was a change that, while necessary, took a little bit of the magic away.
Now, someone has done the incredible work of restoring that magic. They’ve painstakingly compiled all of Dr. Johnny Fever’s DJ scenes from the show’s original run. But that’s not all—they’ve gone a step further and added the proper songs back in, the ones that were originally broadcast with the show.
The result is a three-hour journey back to the glory days of classic rock radio, a chance to hear Dr. Johnny Fever as he was always meant to be heard. It’s a fantastic tribute to one of television’s most memorable characters and a treat for anyone who’s ever wondered what that long-lost music sounded like.
So, sit back, relax, and let Dr. Johnny Fever take you on a trip down memory lane. The real music is back, and it’s sounding better than ever.
