Link Wray was an American rock and roll pioneer known for his innovative guitar techniques and the 1958 hit "Rumour Spreads," though he is most famous for inventing the power chord sound by punching holes in his amplifier speaker. With a career spanning from the 1950s through the 1990s, Wray influenced countless rock musicians with his raw, distorted guitar style that became a foundation of punk and hard rock music. His rebellious attitude and groundbreaking instrumental work made him a cult legend and essential figure in rock and roll history.
