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Chuck Berry Goddamn!

Chuck Berry is still alive. Sixty years ago, he invented rock 'n' roll. After that, he was cheated, arrested, and imprisoned. He all but vanished. He still plays, though. Even records new material. Just not for us.

January 1 2012 LUKE DITTRICH Danny Clinch
FEATURES
Chuck Berry Goddamn!

Chuck Berry is still alive. Sixty years ago, he invented rock 'n' roll. After that, he was cheated, arrested, and imprisoned. He all but vanished. He still plays, though. Even records new material. Just not for us.

January 1 2012 LUKE DITTRICH Danny Clinch


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