After playing in a few local bands in Virginia, Ed moved to Atlanta in 1982  and began to involve himself in the music scene there.  In 2000 he was asked to join the Gary Waldrep Band, where he continued to hone his skills.  One big lesson learned during his tenure with Waldrep was  the importance of  professionalism in stage performances.   

In Aug 2005 he became a member of Overdrive,  a fast-rising central Georgia group, which lasted until scheduling shows became a problem for the band.   During a down period,  he was asked to help Eastwind, and finally he felt like he had found a home!   Hard driving picking, good harmonies, and  original material...all the ingredients were now in place!  Ed has 6 children, 17 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild.