109 Jackie Brenston (1930-1979) and his Delta Cats “Rocket 88” 1951

Brenston was a saxophonist for Ike Turner and his Kings Of Rhythm band. The band recorded “Rocket 88” (about the Oldsmobile 88) under Brenston’s name. The song “became a hit, due in part to the distorted sound of Willie Kizart’s guitar” (The Encyclopedia of Popular Music).

Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats "Rocket 88"