Ward, Ed, 1948-2021

July 16, 1997

06:36

Setting the Record Straight about Paul Kelly.

Rock historian Ed Ward remembers soul singer and songwriter Paul Kelly. He had one big hit in 1970. (Warner brothers released a compilation of his recordings in 1996)

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May 20, 1997

10:02

Classic R&B's Ambiguous Take on Drinking

Rock historian Ed Ward looks at how drinking has been portrayed in R&B music over the years.

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