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rockabilly

[rok-uh-bil-ee] / ˈrɒk əˌbɪl i /
NOUN
folk rock
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But the music journalist persisted, disarming the musician by presenting him with some guitar picks that had belonged to Cliff Gallup, one of Beck’s early rockabilly heroes.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

“Seven Tears” has a light rockabilly swing and continues Springsteen’s affinity for the number seven, and “Unsatisfied Heart” is a heartbreaker, a legendary fan favorite that’s finally seeing the light of day.

From Salon Jul. 8, 2025

Besides torch songs, sea shanties, Latino roots and rockabilly tunes have been heard.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 24, 2024

Van Eaton drifted away from the music business in the 1960s, but he resumed performing by the 1970s, particularly as interest in rockabilly grew following the death of Elvis Presley.

From Seattle Times Feb. 10, 2024

They’re blocked by rockabilly tools in plaid shawl-collar blazers.

From "Landscape with Invisible Hand" by M.T. Anderson




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