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Helped popularize rock 'n' roll in the early 1950s with energetic live performances. Key songs include 'Rock Around the Clock,' 'Shake, Rattle and Roll,' and 'See You Later, Alligator.'

Brought close harmony to rock 'n' roll. Key songs include 'Bye Bye Love,' 'All I Have to Do Is Dream,' and 'Wake Up Little Susie.'

His powerful voice and robust delivery brought a unique edge to rock 'n' roll. Key songs include 'Shake, Rattle and Roll,' 'Flip, Flop and Fly,' and 'Honey Hush.'

Known for his charismatic radio DJ persona and his rock 'n' roll novelty songs. Key songs include 'Chantilly Lace,' 'The Big Bopper's Wedding,' and 'Little Red Riding Hood.'

Influential with his flamboyant and energetic piano playing. Key songs include 'Tutti Frutti,' 'Long Tall Sally,' and 'Good Golly Miss Molly.'

Best known for his 'Musitron'-enhanced hits. Key songs include 'Runaway,' 'Hats Off to Larry,' and 'Little Town Flirt.'

Known for his deep, calm bass-baritone voice and the 'boom-chicka-boom' sound of his Tennessee Three backing band. Key songs include 'I Walk the Line,' 'Folsom Prison Blues,' and 'Ring of Fire.'

Created a signature beat that has been widely imitated in rock music. Key songs include 'Bo Diddley,' 'Who Do You Love,' and 'I'm a Man.'

His band the Blue Caps were pioneers of the rockabilly genre. Key songs include 'Be-Bop-A-Lula,' 'Race With The Devil,' and 'Bluejean Bop.'

A prolific rhythm and blues singer who crossed over to rock 'n' roll. Key songs include 'Tweedlee Dee,' 'Jim Dandy,' and 'I Cried a Tear.'

His dynamic stage presence earned him the nickname 'Mr. Excitement.' Key songs include 'Reet Petite,' 'Lonely Teardrops,' and '(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher.'

Innovated the use of the Fender Stratocaster guitar in rock music. Key songs include 'That'll Be The Day,' 'Peggy Sue,' and 'Everyday.'

Best known for his rockabilly style of playing. Key songs include 'Blue Suede Shoes,' 'Matchbox,' and 'Honey Don't.'

She was one of the first pop artists to bring attention to rock 'n' roll music. Key songs include 'Who's Sorry Now,' 'Stupid Cupid,' and 'Lipstick on Your Collar.'

Pioneer of rock 'n' roll guitar playing and songwriting. Key songs include 'Johnny B. Goode,' 'Maybellene,' and 'Roll Over Beethoven.'

Her success helped establish the Atlantic Records label. Key songs include 'Teardrops from My Eyes,' '5-10-15 Hours,' and '(Mama) He Treats Your Daughter Mean.'

His twangy guitar sound made him a pioneer of rock guitar. Key songs include 'Rebel Rouser,' 'Cannonball,' and 'Forty Miles of Bad Road.'

Known as the 'King of the Stroll.' Key songs include 'C.C. Rider,' 'What Am I Living For,' and 'Hang Up My Rock and Roll Shoes.'

Known as the 'King of Rock 'n' Roll.' Introduced a unique blend of country, rhythm and blues. Key songs include 'Hound Dog,' 'Jailhouse Rock,' and 'Heartbreak Hotel.'

He was a forefather of the Chicano rock movement. Key songs include 'La Bamba,' 'Donna,' and 'Come On, Let's Go.'

Blended soul and pop, becoming an important crossover artist. Key songs include 'You Send Me,' 'Chain Gang,' and 'Twistin' the Night Away.'

Integrated rhythm and blues, gospel, and blues styles. Key songs include 'I Got a Woman,' 'What'd I Say,' and 'Hit the Road Jack.'

Nicknamed 'Little Miss Dynamite' after her song 'Dynamite.' She bridged the gap between rockabilly and rock 'n' roll. Key songs include 'I'm Sorry,' 'Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree,' and 'Sweet Nothin's.'

Their smooth, stylized renditions of pop songs were prominent in the development of rock. Key songs include 'Only You (And You Alone),' 'The Great Pretender,' and 'Twilight Time.'

He brought rock 'n' roll to the forefront of teenage culture. Key songs include 'Summertime Blues,' 'C'mon Everybody,' and 'Twenty Flight Rock.'

Known for his wild and energetic piano-playing style. Key songs include 'Great Balls of Fire,' 'Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On,' and 'High School Confidential.'

Combined New Orleans rhythm and blues with rock 'n' roll. Key songs include 'Blueberry Hill,' 'Ain't That a Shame,' and 'I'm Walkin.'

Known for his distinctive, emotive voice, complex song structures, and dark emotional ballads. Key songs include 'Oh, Pretty Woman,' 'Only the Lonely,' and 'Crying.'

Known as the 'Queen of Rockabilly.' Key songs include 'Let's Have a Party,' 'Fujiyama Mama,' and 'Hard Headed Woman.'