Eddie Cochran(October 3, 1938 - April 17, 1960) was an early American rock and rollartist often ranked as one of the most influential musicians of the late Fifties along with the likes of Buddy Hollyand Elvis Presley. Cochran was born in Albert Lea, Minnesota but moved to Los Angeles, California in his mid-teens. He first garnered attention as a result of his appearances in various rock and roll films of the era including The Girl Can't Help Itstarring Jane Mansfield and sporting such stars as Gene Vincentand Little Richard. He released several singles, the most well-known being Summertime Blues. The rough, bass-driven singles like C'mon Everybody, Somethin' Elseand Nervous Breakdownhave inspired some to call Cochran the Grandfather of Punk Rock.
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