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Bill Haley

Singer and guitarist whose "Rock Around the Clock" signaled the beginning of the rock & roll era.
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Album Highlights

  • Shake Rattle & Roll
    Bill Haley
    Shake Rattle & Roll
  • 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Bill Haley & His Comets
    Bill Haley & His Co … / Bill Haley
    20th Century Masters - …
  • Rock Around the Clock [1956]
    Bill Haley / Bill Haley …
    Rock Around the Clock [ …
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Bill Haley

Bill Haley - Artist Details

Active

1940s - 1970s

Born

July 6, 1925 in Highland Park, MI

Died

February 9, 1981 in Harlingen, TX

Genre

Pop/Rock Country

Styles

Rock & Roll Rockabilly Western Swing

Also Known As

William John Clifton Haley

Member Of

Bill Haley & His Comets The Downhomers
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