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A busted amp and a producer with the foresight to recognize that he was on to something big led to what many consider to be the first rock and roll song, "Rocket 88" by Jackie Brenston and His Delta Cats.  There's a fascinating story behind this iconic song.

Rocket 88 Full Recording

The Fat Man (Fats Domino, 1949)

 

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