Day: January 10, 2022

January 10, 1964 – The Rolling Stones recorded ‘Not Fade Away’ at Olympic Studios, London, England. The song, with its Bo Diddley beat, was first recorded by Buddy Holly and the Crickets, became The Stones first US single. @buddyholly @BuddyHollyCtr #ROCkabillyHop #buddyholly #TheCrickets
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January 10, 1935 – Rockabilly performer Ronnie Hawkins, is born in Huntsville, Ark. Hawkins co-wrote and recorded the original version of “Suzie-Q” and his backing band The Hawks went on to back Bob Dylan as “The Band.” #ROCkabillyHop #RonnieHawkins #HappyBirthday
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January 10, 1927 – Johnnie Ray is born John Alvin Ray in Hopewell, Oregon. He becomes one of the most popular performers of the ’50s, his career waning with the rise of rock and roll. #ROCkabillyHop #JohnnieRay #HappyBirthday
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