Eddie Cochran Biography | 1950s MUSIC

Eddie Cochran - Money Honey (1959) Eddie Cochran, a pioneering figure in rock and roll, made an indelible mark on music history with his electrifying performances and unmistakable sound. Born in 1938 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, Cochran was raised on a steady diet of country and western music. By his teens, he had become a skilled guitarist, developing a distinct style that blended musical genres with ease. His move to California exposed him to a thriving music scene, where he quickly found his pla

"Summertime Blues" is a song co-written and recorded by American rock and rockabilly artist Eddie Cochran. It was written by Cochran and his manager Jerry Capehart. Originally a single B-side, it was released in August 1958[1] and peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 on September 29, 1958 and number 18 on the UK Singles Chart. It has been covered by many artists, including being a number-one hit for country music artist Alan Jackson, and scoring notable hits in versions by Blue Cheer, The