Wolfman Jack's Iconic Voice Reshaped Radio History

Wolfman Jack, whose real name was Robert Smith, was a groundbreaking personality in terms of radio broadcasts from the U.S. Border – and remains an iconic figure for the media and entertainment history. Initially a radio operator in the 1960s XERF-AM in Mexico, his program spread also from Los Angeles to New York City. As a consequence of his career which became so successful, miles more people than expected heard his iconic gravelly voice and became fond of his charismatic personality.

In 1973, the devoted rock and roll fan and a godfather himself, George Lucas, produced the canonic “American Graffiti” which was indeed a turning period for both the movie and the Wolfman Jack’s career. However, not only he was known for his famous show; musicians were inspired by his work, and we may hear his announcements in such songs as “Roadhouse Blues” by The Doors or “Wigwam” by Bob Dylan. Thus, this day Wolfman’s show is also a historic broadcast, reshaped the radio industry, and his features became popular in the U.S. entertainment regions, which include him starring in television and a variety show in both American and Canadian sectors.