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UPDATE: Music Icon Bo Diddley Dies at 79
Monday June 2, 2008
James Fraher/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images
Monday June 2, 2008
James Fraher/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images
Rock and roll pioneer Bo Diddley died at his home in Archer, FL Monday. He was 79.
The cause of death was heart failure, his spokesperson said.
Diddley was recovering from a stroke in 2007 that affected his ability to speak.
"Bo Diddley was a music pioneer and legend with a unique style," B.B. King tells Usmagazine.com. "We always had a good time when we played together.
"He will truly be missed, but his legacy will live on forever," King added. "I am proud to have called him a friend.”
The musician gained prominence in the 1950s with a self-titled single and a trademark, homemade square guitar.
Neil Portnow, the President/CEO of the Recording Academy, released the following statement:
"A Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Bo Diddley was one of rock 'n' roll's true pioneers. He inspired legions of musicians with his trademark rhythm and signature custom-built guitar, and his song "Bo Diddley" earned a rightful place in the Grammy Hall Of Fame. He leaves an indelible mark on American music and culture, and our deepest sympathies go out to his family, friends and fans. The 'Bo Diddley beat' surely will continue on…."
Check out a 2005 Rolling Stone interview with Diddley.
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Posted by Mandi Illuzzi at 10:34 am ET
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4 Comments
7:51 AM
nikki Says:
6:50 PM
Anonymous Says:
I am sad to hear of his passing. He was a genius with that guitar. The Bo Diddley track is so groovy, it was adopted for a military cadence! I could listen to that song for hours. Thanks for the music, Bo Diddley. Rest in peace.
6:15 PM
Anonymous Says:
My thoughts & prayers go out to Bo Diddley's family, friends, and fans during this very difficult time! I'm going to start using fans from now on, sorry I didn't use it before, forgive me for my mistake? Also, BO Diddley was 79, and died of heart failure in Archer, Fla. on Monday! I'm so sorry for his loss, etc.
1:34 PM
Anonymous Says:
One of the greats.
He had a good life.
He's in a better place now.
