Died On This Date (December 25, 2008) Robert Ward / Bluesman; Played For Motown
themusicsover Robert Ward
October 15, 1938 – December 25, 2008
Robert Ward was a respected blues and R&B guitarist who came to prominence during the ’60s. After moving to Dayton, Ohio from his home in Georgia, Ward formed a group called the Ohio Untouchables which eventually morphed into the popular funk group, the Ohio Players. He later moved to Detroit where he collaborated with many of R&B’s greatest acts, including Wilson Pickett and the Temptations. Ward released several albums of his own as well. They include Fear No Evil, Hot Stuff, and New Role Soul. Robert Ward was 70 when he passed away in his home on December 25, 2008. He had been suffering from a variety of ailments.
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