Sunday, March 19, 2017

FAREWELL - Chuck Berry 1926-2017: Rock and Roll Pioneer | Founding Father of Rock and Roll

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Chuck Berry 

"We are deeply saddened to announce that Chuck Berry - beloved husband, father, grand-father and great-grandfather - passed away at his home today at the age of 90. Though his health had deteriorated recently, he spent his last days at home surrounded by the love of his family and friends. The Berry family ask that you respect their privacy at this difficult time." - chuckberry.com

"Chuck Berry rolled over everyone who came before him - and he turned up everyone who came after. We'll miss you, Chuck. Be good." - Barack Obama. 

"Chuck Berry's life was a treasure and a triumph, and he'll never be forgotten." - Bill Clinton. 

"Chuck Berry died. This breaks my heart, but 90 years old ain't bad for rock and roll." - Stephen King

For additional coverage, please click the links below: 

BBC 

CNN

LA TIMES

How Chuck Berry Managed To Look and Sound So Good Even in His Later Years - LA Times

10 Chuck Berry Songs That Inspired The Rest of Rock 'n' Roll - LA Times


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