Chuck Berry
A number of rock musicians expressed his condolences in connection with death of one of the founders of rock-n-roll of Chuck berry, reports Rolling Stone.
So, guitarists of the rock band the Rolling Stones Keith Richards and Ronnie wood called the death of Barry the end of an era. Their leader Mick Jagger said that berry had a huge impact. “He was not only a brilliant guitarist and performer, but, most importantly, he was a professional composer. His songs will live forever,” — said the musician. “I want to thank Barry for the music he gave us. He highlighted our teenage years, and breathed life into our dream of being musicians,” added the contractor.
The founders and lead singer of the rock band the Beach Boys Brian Wilson said that berry has inspired musicians. “He will be missed by all who love rock-n-roll,” he wrote on Twitter. Rock and folk musician Bruce Springsteen called berry’s greatest rock and roll history.
“Rest in peace, Chuck berry, Mr. rock-n-roll,” wrote a former member of the Beatles Ringo Starr in his microblog.
Chuck berry died March 18 at his home in Missouri. He is considered one of the founders of rock-n-roll. His musical career began in the early 50’s, when he began to sing songs in the clubs of St. Louis. In 1984, singer and guitarist was awarded the Grammy award for special contribution to music. Two years later he became one of the first musicians inducted into the Hall of fame rock-n-roll. Berry also ranks fifth in the top 100 greatest artists of all time by the magazine Rolling Stone.
In October 2016, the day of his 90th birthday, he announced the release of their new album. It was planned that the first in the last 38 years record under the name “Chuck” will appear in 2017.