Bo Diddley (December 30, 1928 – June 2, 2008), born Ellas Otha Bates, was an American rock & roll singer, guitarist, and songwriter. He was known as "The Originator" because of his key role in the transition from blues music to rock & roll, influencing a host of legendary acts including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton. He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and a hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs. Accord...
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- Dec 30, 1928
Date of death:
- Jun 2, 2008 (age 79 years)
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- Bo Diddly,
- Ellas McDaniel
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