
Link Wray
Singer
Link Wray, born Frederick Lincoln Wray in North Carolina, United States, on May 2, 1929, was one of the most influential guitarists of rock and roll. He is mainly known for the track "Rumble," which was released in 1958 and is notable for its innovative sound that introduced the power chord and influenced many later rock artists. His career spanned various genres, including rock, blues, and rockabilly, and his playing is considered pioneering and revolutionary. Link Wray continued to create and perform live until the end of his life, passing away on November 5, 2005.