Dear Editor,
"Love and thanks", the phrase made popular by cultural historian and musicologist, Keith Anthony "Tony" Laing, still resonates with many Jamaicans, more than six years after the programme Laing and Company left the airwaves of Power 106 FM. The phrase drew together people from all walks of life as Laing encouraged them to focus on brand Jamaica and urged for all citizens to see their stake in the country as important.
During his time as host of the programme Laing and Company and before that, through the night programme Power Talk, Tony became a transformative figure, as callers were encouraged to express their views in a non-partisan manner; putting country ahead of personal politics. He also used his extensive experience as a proponent of Jamaican culture to challenge listeners to develop a greater sense of pride in their country.
Laing was also a social activist whose work in the public sphere and behind the scenes engineered change in several areas. Like his father Denzil Laing, Tony was deeply concerned about the preservation of the rich musical heritage of Jamaica. This was evidenced in his significant contribution in the area of copyright advocacy and intellectual property rights, as he worked tirelessly for the protection of the intellectual capital of Jamaican artistes.
Tony Laing's contribution to the talk show market was phenomenal. Indeed, in my many years in the business, I never encountered any talk show host who, although with such a short stint, had a greater impact.
It was a pleasure to have worked with Tony Laing, as I listened to the passion with which he spoke about his beloved Jamaica and encouraged citizens to work hard for the country's growth and development.
Keith Anthony "Tony" Laing, was in many ways a visionary, whose contribution to Jamaica will long be remembered and celebrated. On behalf of the members of the board, management and staff of Independent Radio Company Ltd, owners and operators of Power 106 FM and Music 99 FM, I extend heartfelt condolence to his children, sisters and brother.
Newton James, CD
Managing Director
Independent Radio Company Limited
Love and thanks, Tony Laing
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"Love and thanks", the phrase made popular by cultural historian and musicologist, Keith Anthony "Tony" Laing, still resonates with many Jamaicans, more than six years after the programme Laing and Company left the airwaves of Power 106 FM. The phrase drew together people from all walks of life as Laing encouraged them to focus on brand Jamaica and urged for all citizens to see their stake in the country as important.
During his time as host of the programme Laing and Company and before that, through the night programme Power Talk, Tony became a transformative figure, as callers were encouraged to express their views in a non-partisan manner; putting country ahead of personal politics. He also used his extensive experience as a proponent of Jamaican culture to challenge listeners to develop a greater sense of pride in their country.
Laing was also a social activist whose work in the public sphere and behind the scenes engineered change in several areas. Like his father Denzil Laing, Tony was deeply concerned about the preservation of the rich musical heritage of Jamaica. This was evidenced in his significant contribution in the area of copyright advocacy and intellectual property rights, as he worked tirelessly for the protection of the intellectual capital of Jamaican artistes.
Tony Laing's contribution to the talk show market was phenomenal. Indeed, in my many years in the business, I never encountered any talk show host who, although with such a short stint, had a greater impact.
It was a pleasure to have worked with Tony Laing, as I listened to the passion with which he spoke about his beloved Jamaica and encouraged citizens to work hard for the country's growth and development.
Keith Anthony "Tony" Laing, was in many ways a visionary, whose contribution to Jamaica will long be remembered and celebrated. On behalf of the members of the board, management and staff of Independent Radio Company Ltd, owners and operators of Power 106 FM and Music 99 FM, I extend heartfelt condolence to his children, sisters and brother.
Newton James, CD
Managing Director
Independent Radio Company Limited
Love and thanks, Tony Laing
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