Bo Diddley

Bo Diddley was an early rock and roll musician noted for introducing the Afro-Cuban clavé rhythm to America, with a 1-2-3-45 beat. This beat was also used by Elvis Presley, The Who, The Doobie Brothers and many more. He is a member of the Rockabilly Hall of Fame and the R&B Hall of Fame. He was inducted by blues rock band ZZ Top. He has been successfully covered by many artists including George Thorogood and the Destroyers.