Ward, Ed, 1948-2021

December 23, 1991

08:19

The Best of the Rock Box Sets.

There's been a flood of CD anthologies this year documenting the careers of many great early rock and rollers. Rock historian Ed Ward tells us what ones he likes best, and what ones would make the best Christmas presents.

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December 6, 1991

07:55

Black Contributions to Rock and Roll as Exemplified by the Isley Brothers.

Rock historian Ed Ward profiles the Isley Brothers.

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November 29, 1991

07:56

A Star-Studded Botch.

Rock historian Ed Ward continues his look at the last four decades in rock. Today he turns the clock back to 1962.

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The Best of the Rock Box Sets.

Black Contributions to Rock and Roll as Exemplified by the Isley Brothers.

A Star-Studded Botch.

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