Ellas McDaniel (born Ellas Otha Bates, December 30, 1928 – June 2, 2008), known as Bo Diddley, was an American rhythm & blues and rock & roll singer, guitarist, songwriter and music producer. He is cited as a key figure in the transition of blues into rock and roll, by introducing more insistent, driving rhythms and a harder-edged guitar sound. His use of African rhythms and the signature "Bo Diddley beat", a simple five-accent hambone rhythm, is a cornerstone of r&b, rock, pop and hip hop.
These are photos from concerts where Bo Diddley played, so they may be of other bands that played the concert as well.
The Eagles / Harry Chapin / Renaissance / The Chambers Brothers / Bo Diddley / Stories / If Jul 27, 1974 Callaway, Maryland, United States Uploaded by Zimtrim
Tommy James And The Shondells / Johnny Maestro / The Chiffons / Bo Diddley Jun 15, 1974 Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States Uploaded by Zimtrim