FATHER OF ROCK 'N' ROLL

Charles Edward Anderson Berry (October 18, 1926 - March 18, 2017) was an American singer, songwriter and guitarist who pioneered rock and roll. Nicknamed the "Father of Rock and Roll", he refined and developed rhythm and blues. Writing lyrics that focused on teen life and consumerism, and developing a music style that included guitar solos and showmanship, Berry was a major influence on subsequent rock music. By the end of the 1950s, Berry was an established star, with several hit records and film appearances and a lucrative touring career. Berry was among the first musicians to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on its opening in 1986.