Bo Diddley ushered in an era of rock with his driving trademark rhythm. The Latin-influenced beat inspired the music of punk, rock and pop legends including Buddy Holly's "Not Fade Away" and U2's ...

Chuck Berry had more hits with Chess Records, but Bo Diddley left an impression on rock ‘n’ roll that is just as permanent. Diddley, whose driving back beat led to several of his own hits and mega ...

But Bo Diddley’s trademark “shave-and-a-haircut, two bits” beat will never fade away. A rock ’n’ roll pioneer who never truly received his due in either recognition or royalties, Diddley was an ...

Bo Diddley, a founding father of rock 'n' roll whose distinctive "shave and a haircut, two bits" rhythm and innovative guitar effects inspired legions of other musicians, died Monday after months of ...

Bo Diddley, who died yesterday at 79, was a swaggering blues belter whose crackly feedback guitar riffs and infectious rhythms helped give birth to rock ‘n’ roll. With homemade square guitars, replete ...

Bo Diddley created a trademark rhythm that has become a cornerstone of rock 'n' roll. His music has inspired the songs of top rock artists from... Bo Diddley's Unique Rhythm Continues to Inspire Bo ...

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