Al Aronowitz

Alfred Gilbert Aronowitz (May 20, 1928–August 1, 2005) was an American rock journalist best known for introducing Bob Dylan and The Beatles in 1964.

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May 20 - 1928 - August 1 - 2005 - Bob Dylan - The Beatles - 1964

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A graduate of Rutgers University, Aronowitz became a journalist in the 1950s and his work in that decade included a 12-part series on the Beat Generation for the New York Post.

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Rutgers University - Beat Generation - New York Post

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On August 28, 1964, the Beatles were staying in the Delmonico Hotel in New York City. Aronowitz brought Dylan to meet the band and also introduced them to marijuana that evening.

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August 28 - Delmonico Hotel - New York City - Marijuana

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