Memories of segregation and music from WTIP volunteer Mike Reeves
The Soul Society, with WTIP's Mike Reeves., circa 1969. Submitted photo.
Monday, January 18 is the day designated to honor and remember Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. This day of remembrance for Dr. King is the first since the death of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department and the subsequent demonstrations not just in Minneapolis, but around the country and the world.
Unfortunately, it was also a summer of rioting and looting, bringing back painful memories for many who lived through the Civil Rights movement.
WTIP's Rhonda Silence had a conversation with WTIP volunteer music host and WTIP board member Mike Reeves about some of his experiences with segregation--and about the power of music to bring unity.
Here's their conversation.
In the photo of The Soul Society, Mike Reeves is the third person from the right, standing next to the singer.
Listeners who would like to hear the 2019 special mentioned in this interview can find it here: North Shore remembrances of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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