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Link Wray dies at 76


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Link Wray, regarded as the father of the power chord, was one of the most influential rock guitarists of all time. He influenced musicians as diverse as Neil Young, Pete Townshend, David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen and Randy Bachman. He created his signature fuzz tone by punching holes in his amplifier. I first became acquainted with his music when I bought a Robert Gordon album in the mid 70's. I was blown away by his playing and determined to find out more about him. He was 3/4 Shawnee Indian and along with Duane Eddy and Dick Dale, he redefined rock guitar playing in the late 50's. He will be missed.

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