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Bo Diddley

Bo Diddley

Acting
December 30, 1928 (Age 97) - June 2, 2008
McComb, Mississippi, USA

Biography

Bo Diddley, born Elias Otha Bates, was an original and influential American rock & roll singer, guitarist and songwriter. He was known as "The Originator" because of the key role in the transition from blues music to rock & roll, influencing a host of legendary acts including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones to name a few.

He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs.

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Birthday

December 30, 1928 (Age 97)

Place of Birth

McComb, Mississippi, USA

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