Bo Diddley

(born 1928 as Elias McDaniel) African-American guitar player and singer who influenced later rock musicians

This article is about the singer. For the album, see Bo Diddley (album). For the song, see Bo Diddley (song). Ellas McDaniel (born December 30, 1928), better known by his stage name Bo Diddley and also known as "The Originator" of Rock 'N' Roll, is an influential American rock and roll singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is often cited as the key figure in the transition of blues into rock and roll, by introducing more insistent, driving rhythms and a hard edged guitar sound. He is also known for his characteristic rectangular-shaped guitar, in addition to his eccentric show-stopping personality.
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n. Bo Diddley, (born 1928 as Elias McDaniel) African-American guitar player and singer who influenced later rock musicians