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3. This rockabilly star is known for his hit "You're Sixteen."
5. While primarily a jazz singer, her emotive style influenced many rock & roll artists.
6. This bandleader and producer was a key figure in the development of rock & roll.
8. His powerful voice and emotive ballads like "Only the Lonely" became rock & roll classics.
10. This vocal group's hits like "Only You" helped define the sound of early rock & roll.
13. Her original recording of "Hound Dog" was later made famous by Elvis Presley.
14. Known for his high energy hits like "Palisades Park."

1. This rock & roll star is known for hits like "Runaround Sue" and "The Wanderer."
2. One of the first female rock & roll stars, known for hits like "Who's Sorry Now?"
4. His song "Fever" became a classic, covered by many artists in the rock & roll era.
5. The "Godfather of Soul," his energetic performances laid the groundwork for rock & roll.
7. Known for his hit "Chantilly Lace," he was part of the tragic plane crash that also killed Buddy Holly.
9. As Elvis Presley's bassist, he played a key role in the early rock & roll sound.
11. This blues musician's influence extended into rock with songs like "Big Boss Man."
12. Her hits like "Jim Dandy" were a vital part of the early rock & roll era.