Ward, Ed, 1948-2021

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February 2, 1993

07:50

1953: Before the Dawn of Rock and Roll

Rock historian Ed Ward remembers the R&B-fueled year which preceded the coming rock and roll revolution.

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December 25, 1992

08:13

The Beatles' Puzzling Christmas Records

Rock historian Ed Ward tells us about a series of Christmas singles the Beatles made in the 60s. If you were a member of their fan club, you got one each year.

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October 14, 1992

09:06

Scepter Records Brings Black Music to the Middle of the Road

Rock historian Ed Ward concludes his profile of the pop and soul record label, founded on a whim by Florence Greenberg.

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