Chuck Berry dies, so does rock ‘n’ roll

By: Kevin Thomas ~Staff Writer~ Xavier students are mourning the death of Chuck Berry, one of rock ‘n’ roll’s greatest. Berry passed away on Saturday after having spent months dealing with illness. He was 90 years old. “It’s pretty sad because he was such a legend,” senior Caleb Mickler said. “He was the first inductee for Cleveland’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.” Berry, who was born and raised in St. Louis and was known as one of the most prominent pioneers of rock ‘n’ roll, started playing the guitar and singing when he was 21. Berry, along with partner … Continue reading Chuck Berry dies, so does rock ‘n’ roll