Legend Bo Diddley dies at age 79

Bo Diddley (1928 - 2008)

Legendary rock pioneer, Bo Diddley born Ellas Otha Bates, has passed away at the age of 79. He is often cited as a key figure in the transition from blues to rock, introduced more driving rhythms and hard-edged guitar sounds. Plus, who can forget his rectangular guitar.

He was born in McComb, Mississippi about 170 miles from Mobile.