Original from Wikipedia
The AP is reporting that Bo Diddley has died today of heart failure at the age of 79.

Diddley, the stage name of Ellas Bates, was arguably the guitar progeny that launched rock n’ roll. From his rollicking recordings from Checker Records to his trademark rhythmic thumping of his guitar, Diddley redefined popular music in the modern era.

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