Early 1950's ...

One of the earliest styles of Rock and Roll music

Originated in the South US

Combines Country music and Rhythm and Blues

Some also say it blends Bluegrass with Rock and Roll

Considered classic rock and roll

Revival in the 70's/80's

The first wave of rockabilly fans in the United Kingdom were called Teddy Boys because they wore long, Edwardian-style frock coats, along with tight black drainpipe trousers and brothel creepershoes.

Further influenced the British Invasion

Style was important too - classic convertable cars, quiff hairstyles, leather jackets and jeans

Greaser teen culture

Wanda Jackson

Billy Adams

Johnny Cash

Bill Haley

Buddy Holly

Elvis Presley

Jerry Lew Lewis

The Everly Brothers

Chuck Berry