June 2nd - This Day In Rockabilly
June 2nd, 2008 - American guitarist and singer Bo Diddley dies of heart failure at his home in Archer, Florida aged 79. The legendary singer and performer was known for his homemade square guitar and his shave and a haircut, two bits' rhythm, which influenced artists like Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Jimi Hendrix.