Musical rhythm popularized by Bo Diddley Bo Diddley beat takes its name from Bo Diddley and his eponymous song The Bo Diddley beat is a syncopated musical rhythm that is widely used in rock and roll and pop music.[1][2][3] The beat is named after rhythm and blues musician Bo Diddley,

American R&B musician This article is about the singer. For other uses, see Bo Diddley (disambiguation). Musical artist Ellas McDaniel (born Ellas Bates;[1] December 30, 1928 – June 2, 2008), known as Bo Diddley, was an American singer, guitarist, songwriter and music producer who played a key role in the

1960 studio album by Bo Diddley Bo Diddley Is a Gunslinger is the fifth studio album by American rock and roll pioneer Bo Diddley released in December 1960 by Checker Records.[1] The album title comes from the album’s first track called “Gunslinger” and the cover art has Bo Diddley dressed

1960 studio album by Bo Diddley Bo Diddley in the Spotlight is the fourth album by rhythm and blues musician Bo Diddley, recorded in 1959-60 and released on the Checker label.[1][2] The album contains the hit single “Road Runner”. Reception Professional ratings Review scores Source Rating AllMusic [3] The Encyclopedia

1960 studio album by Bo Diddley Have Guitar Will Travel is the third studio album by rock and roll pioneer and blues icon Bo Diddley. It was released on the Checker Records label in 1960. The front cover of Diddley’s album displays a white calling card similar to that which