General News Little Richard : Rock 'n' roll pioneer dies

[joe516]

Pioneering rock 'n' roll singer Little Richard has died at the age of 87, the musician's family has confirmed.

Little Richard's hits included Good Golly Miss Molly, which made the UK charts in 1958. The Beatles, Elton John and Elvis all cited him an influence.

The singer, born in Georgia as Richard Wayne Penniman, was among the first group inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986
Rock 'n' roll pioneer Little Richard dies

 

[Oggiman]

RIP Little Richard.

Godfather of Rock n Roll

 

[Trabbs]

R.I.P. Little Richard.

 

[avid]

R.I.P. Little Richard. What a performer, when you hear his music just makes you want move. Just watching his videos now on YouTube.

 

[nara]

Depressing news. The Queen of Rock 'n Roll has left the building.

As avid says, you just can't stand still when listening to his music.

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[spud1966]

R.I.P. Little Richard amazing singer