Bo Diddley dies - page 2

03-06-2008 06:00

He influenced a host of bands and artists with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton and The Clash among many crediting him with having a major effect on their careers.

The Strokes guitarist Albert Hammond Jr. paid tribute to Diddley, saying: "I think we are all fans of Bo Diddley's rhythm and style. So many artists have borrowed his simple, but powerful rhythms, his chocolate bar-shaped guitar. Bo Diddley, may you rest in piece and live on through future musicians."

He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 and received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1998 in recognition of his incredible contribution to music.

His most famous songs include 'Bo Diddley', 'Who Do You Love?', 'Uncle John', 'Say Man' and 'Ride On Josephine'.