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Episode 16: “Crazy Man Crazy” by Bill Haley and the Comets

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs

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The Technique of Slapback Bass and the Debate of the First Rock and Roll Record

This chapter delves into the technique of slapback bass in rockabilly music, explaining how it is created and its significance in recordings. It also touches on the debate surrounding Bill Haley's version of Rocket 88 and its role in the history of rock and roll.

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