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Rock Pioneer Bo Diddley Dies at 79

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mistybear:
                                                                  Rock Pioneer Bo Diddley Dies at 79

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Clive:
Very sad indeed.  I was a big fan of Bo Diddley and saw him on stage a number of times
- usually with other Chess artistes such as Chuck Berry, Howlin' Wolf and Sonny Boy Williamson.  He would always perform with the DUCHESS who died very recently. 

Rik:
He was also a big influence on many others including, of course, Buddy Holly.

Clive:
Yes, Buddy Holly unashamedly stole Bo Diddley's trademark rhythm using maracas.  Several of the obituaries I've read claim it to be a rumba beat but I would dispute that!     

Simon:
Before my time, but he was a great influence, and I am sure will be sadly missed.

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