This is a great book, worth the read. Eddie Cochran - Somethin' Else (CD sound) RGM304 16.1K subscribers Subscribe 5.2K 447K views 4 years ago Co-written by his girlfriend Sharon Sheeley and his elder brother Bob Cochran, and. Hickey said she hadnt been to Albert Lea for about 10 years prior to the museums expansion. Cochran's songs, such as "Twenty Flight Rock", "Summertime Blues", "C'mon Everybody" and "Somethin' Else", captured teenage frustration and desire in the mid-1950s and early 1960s. Kids learning to play guitar in England at the end of the 1950s had an enormous advantage. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2002. After her divorce, Sheeley moved away from the music scene, apart from some public appearances at Eddie Cochran conventions in the 1990s. [11] No other vehicle was involved in the incident.[11]. Ray Edward "Eddie" Cochran (October 3, 1938 - April 17, 1960) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician. There have been a small number of Paradigm guitarists over the last six decades or so. Hunting down his albums in New York back then was almost impossible. A system error has occurred. [4] Thanks for your help! Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. Having been thrown from the vehicle when it smashed into a light post, Cochran sustained a serious head injury. Hunting down his albums in New York back then was almost impossible. Despite his ever-growing success as a musician, she never doubted her brothers love for his family. This would be enough for the Maw of History, but, no, no, no You know how cool it was when, in the early 1970s, guys like Todd Rundgren were producing demos and even albums playing all or almost all the instruments, over-dubbing one after the other. As noted by Beatles Bible, Cochran's "Twenty Flight Rock"was among the songs Paul McCartney sang while auditioning for the Quarrymen the band that would form the foundation for the Fab Four. Well, Eddie beat them to that trick by well over a decade; the first ever rock star to write, record, produce, and play most of the instruments on all his records. Also, rather than taking piano lessons, he began learning guitar, playing country and other music he heard on the radio. I wont have any Beatles songs, but Ill have a few of Eddie Cochrans things and a whole lot of blues. He had just performed at the Bristol Hippodrome. Despite missing out on a few minor items, Sonny, who is one of the owners of Killertone Records UK, purchased the remainder of the collection in order to keep it together as a tribute to Eddie. They respectfully recount Cochran's brief career, aided by interviews with many of the guitarist's closest associates. In 1987, Cochran was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Let's start with the fact that I'm a major Eddie Cochran fan, but this book is the best biography I've read to date on him. It's been a long while since our last update on the status of The Eddie Cochran Rocker documentary. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! cemeteries found in Cypress, Orange County, California, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. Eddie Cochran, original name Ray Edward Cockran, (born Oct. 3, 1938, Albert Lea, Minn., U.S.died April 17, 1960, near Chippenham, Wiltshire, Eng. Ahead of his time and often termed the original 'Guitar Hero,' he was a creative songwriter and music producer, experimenting with multi-track recording and over-dubbing long before others. They aim to fund the exhibition by releasing limited amounts of fan club memorabilia and original recordings later in the year. There was a problem getting your location. It was simply mind numbing and I couldn't force myself to read it any more. , Language She commented about how she was impressed with the Eddie Cochran museum exhibit. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. EDWARD R. COCHRAN1938 - 1960"If mere word can console us for the loss of our beloved Eddie then our love for him was a false love. But, this is, in actuality, one of the most profoundly pivotal moments in the history of the guitar. One can hear that precise feel in songs by the likes of The Who, Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Led Zeppelin (another Cochran cover-band! Although killed in a tragic accident at the age of 21, the influence of his brief career, and life, was immeasurable, having inspired . Although killed in a tragic accident at the age of 21, the influence of his brief career, and life, was immeasurable, having inspired . An appreciation only confirmed when artists like Brian Setzer still quote him as an inspiration. About two-thirds of the way through the song, in between vocal lines, Eddie whips out a deadly deadly lick. Publisher In a session for Gene Vincent in March 1958, he contributed his trademark bass voice, as heard on "Summertime Blues". Failed to report flower. Eddie's G string was unwound. 12 of His Biggest Hits Review. When Eddie was 14, his parents moved to Bell Gardens, California where he began playing the guitar. It turned out to be one of the driest, dullest books I've ever read. : The first day of my summer vacation blah, blah, blah. He is from USA. Lloyd Jansen, Stockton-San Joaquin Cty. Do you want to 'make it' in the competitive music industry? Guess which one? But if you see something that doesn't look right, click here to contact us! John Lennon was so impressed that he invited McCartney to play with his band, the Quarrymen. "I started playing the guitar about six or seven, maybe seven or eight years ago," Hendrix recalled in 1968 to Rolling Stone. Cochran's original leather-tooled strap. Up to that point, there was simply no music recorded with the rhythmic drive and leaning-into-the-beat feel of tracks like "C'mon Everybody," "Somethin' Else,", and "Jeannie Jeannie Jeannie." And Eddie was doing this while he was still a teenager! By all means, do. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. I think its marvelous people are remembering him the way they have.. They can be contacted for more information on this story at info@Killertonerecords.co.uk To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. Cochran's songs, such as "Twenty Flight Rock", "Summertime Blues", "C'mon Everybody" and "Somethin' Else", captured teenage frustration and desire in the mid-1950s and early 1960s. In addition to Cochran and Vincent, the other passengers in the vehicle were Sharon Sheeley (a 20-year-old songwriter and Cochran's fiance), Patrick Tompkins (the tour manager, 29 years old), and George Martin (the 19-year-old taxi driver). One of those family members, Pat Hickey, a sister of Cochran, now lives in Maple Valley, Washington, and traveled to Albert Lea with her daughter and son-in-law, Pam and Mike Lindner, to take part in the Eddie Cochran Weekend festivities and to see the exhibit at the Freeborn County Historical Museum in memory of their loved one. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. I have never seen another photo of a modified guitar as early as Eddie's Gretsch 6120 with a Gibson P-90 pickup in the neck position. Norm Riley suggested another artist to Good and Parnes: Eddie Cochran. In 1987, Cochran was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Paul has watched John's Quarrymen do a few tunes at a garden party at a Liverpool church. She and Cochran were reported as being "unofficially engaged". You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. (19641966). Cochran was the only occupant of the taxi who died in the accident, having suffered a serious head injury after getting thrown from the cab. I saw that happen several times from my front row vantage point over the years. Who knows what he would have accomplished if he had still been here.. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. In his native America, Cochran (1938-60) is remembered primarily for his hit "Summertime Blues." A very thorough and engaging read that'll give you an accurate portrait of one the seminal pioneers of Rock n' Roll that left us at 21 years old at the hand of a bad taxi driver in England on a rainy night in 1960. In 1957 Cochran starred in his second film, Untamed Youth, and he had yet another hit, "Sittin' in the Balcony", one of the few songs he recorded that was written by other songwriters (in this case John D. Loudermilk). His death in St. Martin's Hospital in Bath, came as a result of injuries sustained in a car . "I cut Sittin' in the Balcony and didn't like it at all", Cochran told NME at the time. You have to die before they think you are worth anything. While this book fills an important gap in rock music literature, its limited appeal means smaller libraries may pass. By the age of 16 as his music began to take off, she said he dropped out of high school and decided music was going to be his life, Hickey said. He remained popular in the United States and the United Kingdom through the late 1950s and early 1960s, and more of his records were posthumous hits, such as "My Way", "Weekend", and "Nervous Breakdown". You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Sorry! Hank (Garland Perry) Cochran, country. Eventually, just the way I discovered Chuck Berry, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Willie Dixon, through the Rolling Stones, I did the same with anyone The Who were covering. [8] He and his friend and fellow performing artist Gene Vincent had just finished performing at the last of their scheduled concerts at the Bristol Hippodrome on April 16, a Saturday night. Martin did not sustain significant injuries. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. One of his first gigs was at Knotts Berry Farm in Buena Park, California, and she remembers how excited he was for the opportunity. This browser does not support getting your location. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. He was inducted into the Rock and Hall of Fame in 1987. I love having all of this new information on Eddie. We strive for accuracy and fairness. Musician. Despite his matinee-idol looks and penchant for wearing cardigan sweaters, Cochran was '50s teenage rebellion . Unfortunately, Cochran died at a very young age and in similarly tragic circumstances little more than a year after Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. "The Big Bopper"Richardson were killed in a plane crash on what has often been referred to as "The Day the Music Died." The knowing details, laid back wit, and fully-developed vision Eddie displays in the lyrics of "Summertime Blues," "Somethin' Else," "Nervous Breakdown," "Pink Peg-legged Slacks", are staggering coming from someone barely out of his teens. Learn more about the program. There is a problem with your email/password. Ray Edward Cochran (/kkrn/ KOK-rn; October 3, 1938 April 17, 1960) was an American rock and roll musician. It's not easy to find books with much information in but this wasn't too bad and I enjoyed the read. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. "There's a huge untold story here, from birth to death.". Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Here's the deal-io! Cochran had several other hits during his brief career: "C'mon Everybody," "Somethin' Else," "My Way," "Weekend" and "Nervous Breakdown." Born Ray Edward Cochran. English A posthumous album, My Way, was released in 1964. This project has been a monumental . The contents of 'Eddie's Room' recently turned up in an abandoned storage locker in California that was sold for just $300 as it was considered junk! Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. I've had a bee in my bonnet about this young man for decades, dammit! At about 11:50p.m. that night, Martin lost control of the vehicle, which crashed into a concrete lamppost at Rowden Hill in Chippenham. Whenever Pete threw that Eddie strum into a song on stage, Roger inevitably would turn to Pete and smile knowingly, Pete smiling back. Eddie Cochran, the merest two-hit-wonder also-ran in his own country, the US of A, was worshipped right along side Elvis Presley in Great Britain in the 1950s. According to History, the tour had actually been extended an additional 10 weeks because of the "intense demand for tickets" this underscored how the rebellious, hard-edged Cochran was seemingly more popular overseas than he was at home, where lightweight, wholesome pop singers like Paul Anka and Frankie Avalon had emerged as part of the new breed of hitmakers. Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}Your submission failed. [17] The stone was restored in 2010 on the 50th anniversary of his death and can be found in the old chapel grounds at the hospital. Now, of course, there are all kinds of videos of Eddie Cochran up on YouTube that you can check out. Eddie Cochran Ray Edward Cochran ( / kkrn / KOK-rn; October 3, 1938 - April 17, 1960) was an American rock and roll musician. Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2018. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Eddie Cochran performing "Summertime Blues", released originally in 1959.It reached #1 in US Billboard Hot 100, #10 in Canadian Singles Chart, #12 in Rhodesi. Eddie would have only been 3 years old at the time. Theirs was the kind of music that the future members of the British Invasion were listening to in the late 50s and early 60s. Its wonderful, she said of Albert Leas remembrance of her brother. Cochran tragically didnt live long enough to create as much history as others from his era, losing his life aged just 21 while on tour in the United Kingdom in 1960. The group became known as "The Cochran . He was only 21 years old. Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) is a service we offer sellers that lets them store their products in Amazon's fulfillment centers, and we directly pack, ship, and provide customer service for these products. Cochran was involved with music from an early age, playing in the school band and teaching himself to play blues guitar. 2023 Project M Group LLC. While none of his hits ever contained a moment where it would make sense to cut loose, there are b-side and album tracks that exist where, if we're gonna be honest, he tears contemporary guys like James Burton and Scotty Moore and Link Wray to little bitty shreds. As his guitar playing improved, he formed a band with two friends from his junior high school. Cochran agreed and performed the song "Twenty Flight Rock" in the movie. In England, however, harder-edged rhythm-and-blues artists and rock-and-rollers like Eddie Cochran and his tour-mate Gene Vincent (of Be Bop a Lula fame) were far more popular. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Eddie Cochran I found on Findagrave.com. : [23] He was also an influence on the guitar player Brian Setzer, of Stray Cats, who plays a 6120 almost like that of Cochran, whom he portrayed in the film La Bamba. And while he may have faded from popular memory in the years since his tragic and early death, his biggest hits have not. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. I've been a fan of Eddie's for many years, just getting to know him prior to his death. Trust me, Eddie C (almost viciously) wipes the gol-dern floor with all of them. All of them down front (where any serious guitar playing kid would be) saw something utterly new, something revolutionary. They were paying attention to Eddie, in particular, the hardcore kids at the time, who'd caught Eddie's one UK tour in the Spring of 1960. Gabby Reep, Bridgeport. In early 1959, two of Cochran's friends, Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens, along with the Big Bopper, were killed in a plane crash while on tour. Gene Vincent would break his collarbone, but beyond that, the only serious injuries among the passengers were Eddie Cochrans. Try again later. They went into their completely over-the-top slamming version of this very famous song that I'd somehow never heard before. Failed to delete flower. Even though he only released two albums before his death, Cochran remains one of the most influential figures to ever pick up a bit of wood with six strings attached. Hickey said she planned to take a cruise on the Pelican Breeze II Friday afternoon and then was expected to stop out at the car cruise-in downtown. Eddie Cochran's influence on rock and roll is undeniable. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Hendrix had a gift from the Gods, along with a dogged determination to continuously improve as a guitarist. Cochran was one of the first rock-and-roll artists to write his own songs and overdub tracks. I want people to go wild and freak out. ." He is also credited with being one of the first to use an unwound third string to "bend" notes up a whole tonean innovation (imparted to UK guitarist Joe Brown, who secured much session work as a result) that has since become an essential part of the standard rock guitar vocabulary. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Inducted into the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame the second year they were open for business. "Show me that riff, Binky! So, how much is Eddie Cochran worth at the age of 22 years old? 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1968 not bad for a group often considered as one of the first-ever heavy metal bands(via Louder). [5], Last edited on 22 February 2023, at 10:48, "Obituary: Sharon Sheeley; Composer of rock'n'roll hits for Eddie Cochran and Ricky Nelson", "Sharon Sheeley, 62; as Teen, Wrote 1950s Hit 'Poor Little Fool', https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sharon_Sheeley&oldid=1140907853, This page was last edited on 22 February 2023, at 10:48. Verify and try again. In August 2000, RPM Records released a collection of her songs that were recorded in the early 1960s by session musicians, including Glen Campbell, Delaney Bramlett, Leon Russell, David Gates, Hal Blaine and Herb Alpert. The song, released by Liberty recording no. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Technical explanation: For centuries, guitars were strung with 4 wound strings (a wire with thinner wire wound around it) and 2 plain (one wire) strings, the plain strings being the highest treble strings, E and B. Killertone Records UK is a record company based in England, focusing on Rock 'n Roll and Rockabilly music. I sat in my room for a weekend getting it exactly right. The force of the collision caused the left rear passenger door to open,[10] and Cochran was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining a massive traumatic brain injury from blunt force trauma to the skull. B. He was taken to St. Martin's Hospital in Bath, where he died early the next morning. In other words, Eddie Cochran impacted virtually every young guitar player in England in the late 1950s like a head on (yeah, maybe even Eric "Robert Johnson" Clapton), while American guitar kids were still sitting around waiting for The Ventures to arrive with their straightforward and polite guitar stylings in late 1960. A gifted guitarist and exciting concert performer, as well as an early master of studio overdubbing, Cochran was only 21 years old when he died in an auto accident on his way to the airport in London. Please try your request again later. You realize by reading this that Eddie and Gene because of this tour and songs on the radio had a big influence on young musicians and singers coming up in England most importantly The Beatles Paul McCartney and John Lennon. He was taken to St. Martin's Hospital in Bath, where he died early the next morning. Hickey said she and her four siblings lived on Charles Street in Albert Lea until her brother was 12 or 13. A monument to Eddie marks the location of the crash at Rowden Hill. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. I know of but one . Despite his older brother Bill loaning him a guitar when he went off to serve in the forces, Eddie wanted to play the drums. Cochran died at the age of 21 in St Martin's Hospital, Bath, Somerset, after a road accident in Chippenham, Wiltshire, at the end of his British tour in April 1960. Little Book of Elvis Presley: Inspirational Quotes from the King of Rock 'n' Roll ( David Bowie: Changes: A Life in Pictures 1947-2016, Why Sinad O'Connor Matters (Music Matters). Eddie Cochran's income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. [2] He played the guitar, piano, bass, and drums. The guitar he latched on to it, and that was it, she said. The album included "Sittin' in the Balcony". His name is Eddie Cochran. [1] His pioneering contribution to the genre of rockabilly has also been recognized by the Rockabilly Hall of Fame. This is a carousel with slides. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Too much excruciatingly boring detail. Corrections? WVADA North-South All-Star Girls Basketball Classic. Cochran was just 21 years old. Like I used to like Buddy Holly and Eddie Cochran and Muddy Waters and Elvin James. In America, a tamer brand of pop was in fashion, exemplified by the likes of Frankie Avalon, Paul Anka and Bobby Darin. Virtually every one of Cochran's masterpieces utilizes those same three chords. In the Spring of 1969, Jeff Beck released his second album under the name, The Jeff Beck Group, "Beck Ola (Cosa Nostra)", featuring Rod "The Mod" Stewart on lead vocals. However, British television producer Jack Good claimed that he "never saw Eddie with a sense of doom" and was very complimentary of one of Cochran's final performances. Eddie Cochran has long been one of my rock 'n' roll heroes. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Year should not be greater than current year. It was because Paul McCartney knew the chords and words to "Twenty Flight Rock" that he became a member of the Beatles. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. [12] Sheeley suffered injuries to her back and thigh, Vincent suffered a fractured collarbone and severe injuries to his legs, and Tompkins sustained facial injuries and a possible fracture of the base of the skull. It was the first thing I learned off that album. They can be contacted for more information on this story at info@Killertonerecords.co.uk. Several of his songs have been re-released since his death, such as "C'mon Everybody", which was a number 14 hit in 1988 in the UK. [15], There is a plaque marking the site of the car crash on Rowden Hill. While a deeply hard-ass gun-carrying Texas cat in 'real life', Buddy presented himself as safe as a vanilla shake. [5] They recorded a few singles for Ekko Records that were fairly successful and helped to establish them as a performing act. Our editors will review what youve submitted and determine whether to revise the article. American rock'n'roll star Eddie Cochran died during the afternoon of Easter Sunday 17th April 1960. [24], "Eddie Cochran Jan / April 1960 American Rock n Roll the UK Tours", "Certified Copy of an Entry of Death: Edward Ray Cochran", Eddie Cochran Memorial Plaque at St. Martin's Hospital in Bath, "Albert Lea street renamed to honor musican [sic] Eddie Cochran", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Eddie_Cochran&oldid=1151981757, This page was last edited on 27 April 2023, at 12:37. NASHVILLE Hank Cochran, a singer and songwriter who wrote major hits for Patsy Cline, Burl Ives and Eddy Arnold and whose songs appeared on the country charts for more than four decades, died. 2023 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Please try again. Her first song, "Poor Little Fool", was recorded by Ricky Nelson in 1958, and became Nelson's first US No. She went to Hollywood to meet the stars and write songs. His most famous song "Summertime Blues" was an important influence in the late 1950s. I'm a big Eddie Cochran fan so I was excited to get this book for Christmas. Changing the day will navigate the page to that given day in history. Cochran was a great-looking 21-year-old musician, who had grasped the techniques of over-dubbing, often playing several . Cochran's family moved to Bell Gardens, California, in 1952. And knowing me, Ill probably get busted at my own funeral, he characteristically adds. If you need to flag this entry as abusive. This post was published on the now-closed HuffPost Contributor platform. : on some of his tour dates. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. The entire course of popular music was to be drastically, tangibly, directly impacted by this one revelation Eddie brought with him from Minnesota. Cochran's brief career included a few more hits, such as "C'mon, Everybody", "Somethin' Else", "Teenage Heaven", "Three Steps to Heaven", which posthumously topped the charts in the Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom in 1960. : Eddie Cochran's 6120 with Gibson P-90 neck pickup and sanded-clear pickguard. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). The recordings were issued on the album A Gene Vincent Record Date.[7]. Hallelujah I Love Her So. One of his posthumous releases was "Three Stars", a tribute to J.P. Richardson, better known as the Big Bopper, and Cochran's friends Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens, who had all died in a plane crash just one year earlier. Find History on Facebook (Opens in a new window), Find History on Twitter (Opens in a new window), Find History on YouTube (Opens in a new window), Find History on Instagram (Opens in a new window), Find History on TikTok (Opens in a new window), Current one is: April 17. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. His voice broke during the spoken lyrics about Valens and Holly. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Alice died on September 30, 1994 in Buena Park, California. I was influenced by everything at the same time, thats why I cant get it together now. Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2011. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Without the blues movement in the 50s getting the wheels in motion, then the kids who grew up fascinating by rock n roll wouldnt have had the courage to carry on from where their heroes left off.