Signed glossy photo of iconic Ike Turner with black feltpen. Dedicated "Kristen Love". 1951 Ike Turner released Rocket 88, widely considered the first Rock´n´Roll song in history. 20x24cm. Frame available, EUR 190,-

Written and perfomed by Jackie Brenston and Ike Turner the recording of Rocket 88 is widely considered the first Rock And Roll song in history. The first example of a distorted guitar sound due to a broken amp. Other key elements and a rough saxophone made this song one of the most famous recordings in history. Bill Haley did a cover version and Little Richard copied the piano for his Good Golly Miss Molly recording soon after. The same year DJ Alan Freed in Cleveland named the new style "Rock´n´Roll. Original 78rpm first pressing record in vg condition, Chess 1458, EUR 380,-