Bill Haley
Rock and roll pioneer with 'Rock Around the Clock'
Born
July 6th, 1925
99 years ago
Died
February 9th, 1981
44 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American singer-songwriter and guitarist played a central role in the development of rock and roll music during the 1950s. Achieved widespread popularity with the hit single 'Rock Around the Clock', which became an anthem for the rock and roll era. Formed the band Bill Haley & His Comets, which gained fame not only in the United States but also internationally. Contributed significantly to the genre's evolution with an energetic style that blended rhythm and blues with country music.
Released the iconic song 'Rock Around the Clock' in 1954
Led Bill Haley & His Comets to worldwide fame
Helped to popularize rock and roll music in the 1950s
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