Eddie Cochran Historical Organization Collection, 1950-1993, undated

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Eddie Cochran Historical Organization Collection, 1950-1993, undated

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The Eddie Cochran Historical Organization (ECHO) Collection spans the years 1950 to 1993. The collection is comprised of the administrative files of the historical organization; graphic materials depicting images of Cochran, including photographs, posters, and postcards; printed materials featuring Cochran, including newspapers, books, booklets, periodicals, clippings, and sheet music; and recordings by Cochran, in the form of video tapes, 45 RPM and LP records, and mini video discs. Other artists included in the collection are Sharon Sheeley and Gene Vincent. The ECHO collection provides rich documentation of Eddie Cochran's career, focusing on his vast impact on early rock and rockabilly music. The collection also offers a glimpse into the operations of ECHO, highlighting Cochran's impact on the public and the enthusiastic lengths music fans will go to in order to locate information about their idols and to preserve and honor their legacies.

4.34 linear feet

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives

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Blake, Bruce C.,

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Eddie Cochran Historical Organization

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Though Eddie Cochran was only 21 when he died, he left his mark as a rock and roll pioneer. He epitomized the sound and style of the Fifties rebel rocker and was an innovative and highly influential guitarist. He was also proficient on piano, bass, and drums. His short career, spanning only 6 years, produced many hit singles including Summertime Blues, C'mon Everybody, Twenty Flight Rock, Something Else, and Nervous Breakdown. These singles inspired many major artists; the first song Paul McCart...

Cochran, Eddie, 1938-1960

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Sheeley, Sharon, 1940-2002

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Vincent, Gene, 1935-1971

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