Album: Bo Diddley by Bo Diddley (1958)
Genre: Blues
Record Label: Geffen
Format: Album

Description: Bo Diddley is a compilation album by American rock and roll musician Bo Diddley. It is a compilation of his singles since 1955. It collects several of his most influential and enduring songs. It was released on the Chess label in 1958.

Artist Background: Ellas Otha Bates (December 30, 1928 - June 2, 2008), known by his stage name Bo Diddley, was an American rhythm and blues vocalist, guitarist, songwriter (usually as Ellas McDaniel), and rock and roll pioneer. He was also known as The Originator because of his key role in the transition from the blues to rock, influencing a host of acts, including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, The Velvet Underground, The Who, The Yardbirds, Eric Clapton, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and George... Part of the McComb, USA music scene. Emerged in the classic era. Associated with Blues movement.

Music Scene: Part of the McComb, USA music scene. Emerged in the classic era. Associated with Blues movement.

Tags: Blues, classic, Album, Geffen

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Bo Diddley is a compilation album by American rock and roll musician Bo Diddley. It is a compilation of his singles since 1955. It collects several of his most influential and enduring songs. It was released on the Chess label in 1958.

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