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.
Bumbershoot Festival Sep 4, 2005 Seattle, Washington, United States Uploaded by Wave
Bumbershoot 2005 Sep 2 - 5, 2005 Seattle, Washington, United States Uploaded by Taculb
Bluesfest Mar 24 - 28, 2005 Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia Uploaded by Katie Packer