Ward, Ed, 1948-2021

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November 3, 1995

06:32

The American Cities that Gave Us Rock and Roll: New York.

Rock historian Ed Ward continues his look at the contribution various cities have made to rock and roll.

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November 2, 1995

07:17

The American Cities that Gave Us Rock and Roll: Chicago.

Rock historian Ed Ward looks at Chicago's contribution to music. Artists discussed include Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy, Fontella Bass, The Dels, The Chi-Lites, and Earth, Wind, and Fire.

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November 1, 1995

06:56

The American Cities that Gave Us Rock and Roll: Memphis.

Rock historian Ed Ward continues his series on cities and their contribution to music. Today's city is Memphis. Artists discussed include Chuck Berry, Sam Phillips, B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf, Elvis Presley, The Marquees, Sam & Dave, Al Green

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The American Cities that Gave Us Rock and Roll: New York.

The American Cities that Gave Us Rock and Roll: Chicago.

The American Cities that Gave Us Rock and Roll: Memphis.

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