Cult Heroes No. 20: Eddie Cochran
/ News / 28/06/2010 10:21am
This year, we commemorate the 50th anniversary of Eddie Cochran’s death. And to put this into the proper perspective, when he died – on April 17, 1960 – this man was barely 21 years old. Yet, with a recording and touring career that was already six years old, Cochran was a veteran of the rock ‘n’ roll era, a pioneer and innovator who’s legacy would go on to inspire countless generations. Malcolm Dome looks back at the brief life of a hero, who’s influence on hard rock is far greater than many people realise. Check out all the Cult Heroes. (more…)
