Link Wray was an American guitarist, songwriter, and vocalist who became popular in the late 1950s. He was known for his influential instrumental hit ‘Rumble’ and his innovative use of distortion and tremolo in rock music.

Link Wray’s 1958 instrumental single ,Rumble, reached the top 20 in the United States and is considered one of the earliest songs in rock music to utilize distortion and tremolo.

Rolling Stone ranked Link Wray at No. 45 on its list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time.

Link Wray received two nominations for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame prior to being inducted in the Musical Influence category in 2023.

Link Wray’s full name was Fred Lincoln ,Link, Wray Jr., and he was born on May 2, 1929 and passed away on November 5, 2005.

Link Wray’s use of distortion and tremolo in his 1958 hit ,Rumble, was considered one of the earliest examples of these techniques in rock music, which helped shape the development of the genre.

Link Wray’s innovative guitar work and influence on rock music were recognized with his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2023, cementing his legacy as a pioneering and influential musician.