Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon Dies: ‘Palisades Park’ & ‘Tallahassee Lassie’ Rock & Roller Was 89
Early rock and roll pioneer Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon has died at age 89.
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Singer Freddy Cannon, known professionally as “Boom Boom” Cannon, has died at the age of 89. He was a prominent figure in the early rock and roll era, celebrated for his musical contributions.
Coverage from outlets including Billboard, Yahoo, The Bergen Record, and Sierra Wave highlights his signature hits, specifically “Palisades Park” and “Tallahassee Lassie.” Reporting also identifies his personal connection to KSRW-FM. Future reports will determine if additional public memorials or tributes are planned.
Coverage does not yet specify the circumstances surrounding his passing.
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Quick answers
Who was Freddy Cannon?
He was a singer and pioneer of the early rock and roll era.
What songs is he best known for?
He is recognized for the hits “Palisades Park” and “Tallahassee Lassie.”
How old was Freddy Cannon at the time of his death?
He was 89 years old.
Coverage (8)
- The Glorious Corner Times Square Chronicles · 1d ago
- Freddy Cannon, Early Rock and Roll Era Hitmaker, Dies at 89 Yahoo · 1d ago
- Rock and Roll Singer and Pioneer Dead at 89 Wide Open Country · 1d ago
- Freddy Cannon, Rock and Roller Behind Hits “Palisades Park” and “Tallahassee Lassie,” Dies at 89 Yahoo · 1d ago
- Freddy Cannon, Early Rock and Roll Era Hitmaker, Dies at 89 Billboard · 1d ago
- Rocker who sang about NJ's 'Palisades Park' amusement park dies at 89 Bergen Record · 1d ago
- Freddy Cannon, Rock and Roller Behind Hits “Palisades Park” and “Tallahassee Lassie,” Dies at 89 Yahoo News UK · 1d ago
- Friend Freddy Boom Boom Cannon of KSRW-FM Passes Away Sierra Wave · 1d ago
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