Bo Diddley Concert History

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.

Date Concert Venue Location
Aug 12, 1966
Bo Diddley / Big Brother And The Holding Company / Janis Joplin
  Photos
Avalon Ballroom San Francisco, California, United States
Aug 06, 1966
Janis Joplin / Big Brother And The Holding Company / Oxford Circle / Bo Diddley / Sons of Adam
  Photos
Avalon Ballroom San Francisco, California, United States
Aug 05, 1966
Janis Joplin / Big Brother And The Holding Company / Oxford Circle / Bo Diddley / Sons of Adam
  Photos
Avalon Ballroom San Francisco, California, United States
Nov 07, 1965
The Byrds / We Five / Paul Revere & The Raiders / Bo Diddley / The Duchess
  Photos   Setlists
Nashville Municipal Auditorium Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Oct 29, 1964
The Beach Boys / Lesley Gore / Bo Diddley / Chuck Berry / Billy J. Kramer And The Dakotas / Gerry and the Pacemakers / jan and dean / marvin gaye / Smokey Robinson And The Miracles / James Brown / The Supremes / The Rolling Stones
  Photos   Setlists
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium Santa Monica, California, United States
Oct 28, 1964
Chuck Berry / The Beach Boys / The Supremes / James Brown / Smokey Robinson And The Miracles / marvin gaye / jan and dean / Gerry and the Pacemakers / Billy J. Kramer And The Dakotas / Bo Diddley / Lesley Gore / The Rolling Stones
  Photos   Setlists
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium Santa Monica, California, United States
Nov 03, 1963
Little Richard / The Everly Brothers / Bo Diddley / The Rolling Stones Eventim Apollo London, England, United Kingdom
Jun 01, 1957
Bo Diddley Chilhowee Park Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Latest Videos View All Videos



Live Aid 1985
Jul 13, 1985
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
  Added by Brian Lr



Live Aid 1985
Jul 13, 1985
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
  Added by Concert Archives 3

Latest Photos View All Photos


Creedence Clearwater Revival / Bo Diddley on Jul 5, 1971 [182-small]

Creedence Clearwater Revival / Bo Diddley
Jul 5, 1971
 Chicago, Illinois, United States
  Uploaded by Zimtrim

Creedence Clearwater Revival / Bo Diddley / Tower Of Power on Jul 5, 1971 [183-small]

Creedence Clearwater Revival / Bo Diddley / Tower Of Power
Jul 5, 1971
 Chicago, Illinois, United States
  Uploaded by Zimtrim

Creedence Clearwater Revival / Bo Diddley / Tower Of Power on Jul 5, 1971 [272-small]

Creedence Clearwater Revival / Bo Diddley / Tower Of Power
Jul 5, 1971
 Chicago, Illinois, United States
  Uploaded by Zimtrim

Creedence Clearwater Revival / Bo Diddley on Jul 5, 1971 [273-small]

Creedence Clearwater Revival / Bo Diddley
Jul 5, 1971
 Chicago, Illinois, United States
  Uploaded by Zimtrim

tags: Ticket - North Sea Jazz Festival 1995 on Jul 14, 1995 [233-small]

Ticket

North Sea Jazz Festival 1995
Jul 14 - 16, 1995
 The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
  Uploaded by Marcel Burgstad

tags: Ticket - North Sea Jazz Festival 1995 on Jul 14, 1995 [236-small]

Ticket

North Sea Jazz Festival 1995
Jul 14 - 16, 1995
 The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
  Uploaded by Marcel Burgstad

tags: Ticket - North Sea Jazz Festival 1995 on Jul 14, 1995 [237-small]

Ticket

North Sea Jazz Festival 1995
Jul 14 - 16, 1995
 The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
  Uploaded by Marcel Burgstad

The Clash / Bo Diddley / The Undertones on Sep 14, 1979 [527-small]

The Clash / Bo Diddley / The Undertones
Sep 14, 1979
 Chicago, Illinois, United States
  Uploaded by Zimtrim

Rock
Soul
Blues
Blues Rock
R&B
Funk
Rock And Roll
Rock & Roll
Rockabilly
Electric Blues
Rhythm And Blues
Traditional Blues
Acoustic Blues
Rhythm & Blues
Chicago Blues
New Orleans Funk
Show more genres
Open YouTube Playlist

View Concert

2007 25 concerts
2006 83 concerts
2005 43 concerts
2004 11 concerts
2003 4 concerts
2002 10 concerts
2001 1 concert
2000 5 concerts
1999 2 concerts
1998 2 concerts
1997 2 concerts
1996 5 concerts
1995 5 concerts
1994 2 concerts
1993 4 concerts
1992 4 concerts
1991 3 concerts
1990 4 concerts
1989 5 concerts
1988 4 concerts
1987 2 concerts
1986 3 concerts
1985 2 concerts
1984 1 concert
1983 3 concerts
1982 3 concerts
1979 7 concerts
1977 1 concert
1974 2 concerts
1973 4 concerts
1972 6 concerts
1971 7 concerts
1970 3 concerts
1969 6 concerts
1968 2 concerts
1967 3 concerts
1966 4 concerts
1965 1 concert
1964 2 concerts
1963 1 concert
1957 1 concert
 Edalsky
 Rynozeppelin
 J.R. Conoli
 Murmurer
 Michael Curtis
 Jim Henderson
 Robert Burns
 Driver 8
 Andy Cagnetta
 Mdono1
 Gloveg3
 Dregg13
 Jay Bushmaker
 Sacramento Shows
 Tony Cervo
 Sundae
 Julie Chamberlain
 Seaninconcert
 Vav
 Oni

Sign Up or Login to comment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


How many concerts has Bo Diddley had?

Bo Diddley has had 288 concerts.

What genre is Bo Diddley?

Bo Diddley is most often considered to be Rock, Soul, Blues, Blues Rock, R&B, Funk, Rock And Roll, Rock & Roll, Rockabilly, Electric Blues, Rhythm And Blues, Traditional Blues, Acoustic Blues, Rhythm & Blues, Chicago Blues, and New Orleans Funk.

When was the last Bo Diddley concert?

The last Bo Diddley concert was on May 12, 2007 at Horseshoe Council Bluffs / Whiskey Roadhouse in Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States.

What setlist does Bo Diddley play live?

The songs that Bo Diddley performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the August 12, 2006 concert at Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, Connecticut, United States:

  1. Can I Walk You Home
  2. Road Runner
  3. Mona / Hey Bo Diddley
  4. Who Do You Love?

As Seen On: