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"Rocket 88" (originally stylized as Rocket "88") is a song that was first recorded in Memphis, Tennessee, in March 1951. The recording was credited to "Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats"; while Brenston did provide the vocals, the band was actually Ike Turner and his Kings of Rhythm.
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Nov 9, 2007 · Rocket 88 (Original Version) - Ike Turner/Jackie Brenston - YouTube. HuckToohey. 3.1K subscribers. Subscribed. 28K. 3.8M views 16 years ago. Widely acknowledged as the first "rock and roll"...
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Sep 8, 2021 · Learn how the 1949 Oldsmobile 88 with a powerful V8 engine became the first car to dominate NASCAR and inspire a rock and roll song. Discover the history and legacy of the Rocket 88, from its origins to its final iteration in 1999.
Apr 30, 2021 · As we celebrate the 70th anniversary of the release of Rocket "88", lets take a look back at arguably the first ever rock 'n' roll song. Rocket "88" predates Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and...
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Oct 31, 2019 · Learn about the history and evolution of rock'n'roll music, from its origins in blues and jazz to its first record in 1951. Find out how 'Rocket 88' by Jackie Brenston And His Delta Cats was influenced by Trixie Smith, Blind Blake, Tampa Red and Wynonie Harris.
Aug 20, 2008 · The history of the 1949-1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 and its pioneering OHV V8 engine.
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Jun 4, 2014 · Rocket 88 Ike Turner and Jackie Brenston with Lyrics. Bill Ada. 2.71K subscribers. Subscribed. 927. 87K views 9 years ago.
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