Dick Clark's American Bandstand, produced by Philadelphia station WFIL, showcased the best emerging rock 'n' roll and R&B artists of the time.
When WFIL moved into a new building in 1964, WHYY took up residence in the same studios at 46th & Market where Philly teens did the "Mashed Potato" and "Pony" to the sounds of Bobby Rydell, Cubby Checker and Frankie Avalon. Pictured: Dick Clark and Bill "Wee Willie" Webber chat with local Bandstand teens.
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