Little Richard dies Rock and Roll's pioneering presence May 10 4:54
Little Richard, who was a pioneer of rock and roll spreading from the United States to the world and influenced many rock bands and musicians such as the Beatles, died on the 9th. I was 87 years old.
This was all reported by the American media. According to the music magazine "Rolling Stone", his son Danny Penimman revealed that Richard died of cancer on the 9th.
Little Richard (real name Richard Wayne Pennimman) was born in Georgia, southern USA, in 1932 and made his debut in the mid-1950s.
It released hit songs such as "Nappo no Sally" and "Tutti Frutti", and is said to be the pioneer of rock and roll along with Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly.
From the Beatles to Prince, many subsequent stars are said to have been heavily influenced by Richard.
"Rolling Stone" wrote in an obituary article, "It was the father of a great rock, who broke the musical barriers of flashy costumes, frenzied screams, and music of the day."