Plaque

Lonnie Donegan

Erection date: 13/7/2019

Inscription

The King of Skiffle, Anthony James 'Lonnie' Donegan1931 - 2002, recorded "Rock Island Line" here in July 1954.
One of the most influential performers of songs in popular music.
British Plaque Trust

 

Site: Lonnie Donegan (1 memorial)

NW6, Broadhurst Gardens, 165, English National Opera rehearsal rooms

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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Skiffle

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