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Soulsations Sunday: Howard Hewett Of Shalamar

 

Sunday, May 27

This Sunday on Soulsations, legendary R&B crooner Howard Hewett talks about writing the 1980 hit "For the Lover in You" for the group Shalamar. Hewett is known for his soulfully smooth voice and still tours with Shalamar, singing lead vocals. Aside from Hewett, Shalamar's classic lineup included Jody Watley and Jeffrey Daniel. The group produced a total of three gold albums including Big Fun in 1979, Three for Love in 1980 and Friends in 1982. The latter eventutally went platinum.

We'll also feature gospel music from John P. Kee, headliner for Gospelfest at this year's Wichita Riverfest on Monday, June 4.

Carla Eckels is Director of Organizational Culture at KMUW. She produces and hosts the R&B and gospel show Soulsations and brings stories of race and culture to The Range with the monthly segment In the Mix. Carla was inducted into The Kansas African American Museum's Trailblazers Hall of Fame in 2020 for her work in broadcast/journalism.