Doug Banks was an American radio personality and R&B broadcaster, not typically recognized as a musical artist or band. However, his influence on the music industry was significant, as he spent four decades on the airwaves promoting R&B and soul music, and providing a platform for these genres to thrive. His work in radio stations across the U.S., including his popular nationally syndicated Doug Banks Radio Show, made him a key figure in American radio broadcasting. Despite not producing music himself, Banks' contribution to the exposure and development of R&B and soul music was substantial.