The Spinners John Edwards died May 11, 2025

John Edwards: Soul’s Quiet Storm Early Life and Beginnings John Edwards, born Jonathan Edwards on December 25, 1944, in St. Louis, Missouri, grew up in a time and place deeply steeped in blues, gospel, and early R&B traditions. Music was an ever-present force in his upbringing, shaped both by his family’s church involvement and the lively soundscape of mid-century St. Louis. Like many African-American artists of his era, Edwards’ first exposure to performance came through the church choir, where he honed his emotive vocal skills and developed a nuanced sense of rhythm and soul. After a stint in the U.S….
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