Episode 30: “Bo Diddley” by Bo Diddley

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
Episode 30: "Bo Diddley" by Bo Diddley
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Bo Diddley

Welcome to episode thirty of A History of Rock Music in Five Hundred Songs. This is the last of our three-part look at Chess Records, and focuses on “Bo Diddley” by Bo Diddley. Click the full post to read liner notes, links to more information, and a transcript of the episode.

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Episode 20: “Rock Around the Clock” by Bill Haley and the Comets

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
Episode 20: "Rock Around the Clock" by Bill Haley and the Comets
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Bill Haley and the Comets

Welcome to episode twenty of A History of Rock Music in Five Hundred Songs. Today we’re looking at “Rock Around the Clock” by Bill Haley and the Comets. Click the full post to read liner notes, links to more information, and a transcript of the episode.

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Episode 16: “Crazy Man Crazy” by Bill Haley and the Comets

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
Episode 16: "Crazy Man Crazy" by Bill Haley and the Comets
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Bill Haley and the Saddlemen

Welcome to episode sixteen of A History of Rock Music in Five Hundred Songs. Today we’re looking at “Crazy Man Crazy” by Bill Haley and the Comets. Click the full post to read liner notes, links to more information, and a transcript of the episode.

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