Bo Diddley
Ellas McDaniel (born Ellas Otha Bates; December 30, 1928 – June 2, 2008), known professionally as Bo Diddley, was an American guitarist who played a key role in the transition from the blues to rock and roll. He influenced many artists, inc ...
(1928–2008) was an American R&B vocalist, guitarist and songwriter.
Bo Diddley may also refer to:
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"Bo Diddley" (Bo Diddley song), 1955
* "Bo Diddley", 1993, a song by Emerson, Lake and Palmer, released on the boxed set ''
The Return of the Manticore''
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"Bo Diddley" (Arvingarna song), 1995
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''Bo Diddley'' (1958 album)
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''Bo Diddley'' (1962 album)
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Bo Diddley beat
The Bo Diddley beat is a syncopated musical rhythm that is widely used in rock and roll and pop music. The beat is named after rhythm and blues musician Bo Diddley, who introduced and popularized the beat with his self-titled debut single, "Bo Di ...
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