Bill Doggett

Known for

Sound

Gender

Male

Born

February 16, 1916

Age at death

80

Died

November 16, 1996

Bill Doggett, or William Ballard Doggett was an American pianist and organist who pioneered rock and roll music. He began his career playing swing music before transitioning into rhythm and bass and was best known for his instrumental compositions including "Honky Tonk" and "Hippy Dippy".