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Diddley dead (only news if you're over 60) 2008/06/02 13:12
Musician Bo Diddley has died at the age of 79. The Grammy-winning singer-guitarist died of heart failure in Florida, his spokeswoman said. He had suffered a heart attack in August 2007, three months after suffering a stroke which affected his ability to speak. He rose to fame in 1955 when he... http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/7432076.stm

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Re:Diddley dead (only news if you're over 60) 2008/06/02 16:03
It's news if you enjoy blues, roots rock, early rock, etc. Bo Diddley toured with The Clash on their first US tour. I saw him at the Missouri State Fair about 20 years ago. He influenced so many musicians. Any band that lists Buddy Holly as an influence, or the early Rolling Stones, or The Clash.

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Re:Diddley dead (only news if you're over 60) 2008/06/02 21:05
I'm not 60..but I loved Bo! His music was totally awesome and for me I will truly miss his music.

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