Duane Eddy passed away April 30 in Franklin, Tennessee, at the age of 86, The Hollywood Reporter (THR) reported.
The iconic guitarist renowned for his influential electric twang passed away at 86 due to cancer, according to THR. Eddy’s career spanned several decades and he became famous for his instrumental hits like “Rebel Rouser” and “Peter Gunn.” His music sold over 100 million records globally. He revolutionized the rock ‘n’ roll genre, influencing legends such as George Harrison and Bruce Springsteen.
His debut album, “Have Twangy Guitar Will Travel,” cemented his distinctive sound, a theme he maintained in his 1993 box set, “Twang Thang: The Duane Eddy Anthology.” Despite its whimsical title, Eddy held the twang sound in sentimental regard, the outlet stated. (RELATED: FireHouse Frontman CJ Snare Dead At 64)
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