Williams Featured in WVTF and Fredericksburg Free Press Coverage of Link Wray Historical Marker
James Farmer Multicultural Center Assistant Director Chris Williams was featured in recent reports by WVTF Radio IQ and the Fredericksburg Free Press about a Virginia historical highway marker honoring pioneering rock guitarist Link Wray.
The coverage highlights efforts to recognize Wray, who first performed his influential instrumental hit “Rumble” at the Fredericksburg Arena in 1957. Williams worked with members of Wray’s family and UMW faculty to document the musician’s connection to Fredericksburg and submit the marker application to the Virginia Department of Historic Resources.
The marker will be unveiled Saturday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m. at James Monroe High School, with a free public celebration featuring special performances.
Read the coverage in WVTF Radio IQ and the Fredericksburg Free Press.
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