Bill Haley

Rock and roll pioneer with 'Rock Around the Clock'

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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