Roll over, Beethoven: Chuck Berry died today, aged 90

Roll over, Beethoven: Chuck Berry died today, aged 90

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norman lebrecht

March 18, 2017

The early rock-and-roll star and his 1956 hit were a vital influence on the Beatles and the Rolling Stones.

Comments

  • Ungeheuer says:

    Oh wow. Thought he had passed through the pearly gates long ago. Long life.

  • George says:

    Beethoven probably rolled over in his grave when he heard that.

  • Sue says:

    Ah, Berry was a lot of fun and it’s great music to dance to!!

  • Larry says:

    Fantastic!!

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