Del Shannon

Del Shannon was an American rock and roll musician and singer-songwriter, best known for his hit song "Runaway" which reached number one in the US in 1961. Shannon's music was heavily influenced by R&B, rockabilly, and country music, and he was known for his smooth, soulful voice and his catchy, upbeat songs. He was a skilled guitar player and was also a prolific songwriter.

During his career, Shannon released several albums and had a number of hit songs, such as "Keep Searchin' (We'll Follow the Sun)", "Hats off to Larry", and "Little Town Flirt"

Here's a fun fact: In the early days of his career, Del Shannon performed under the name "Charlie Johnson" and was a regular performer at a venue called the Hi-Lo Club in Battle Creek, Michigan. It wasn't until he recorded his first single "Runaway" that he began performing under his real name.

Del Shannon's music continues to be loved and celebrated by fans around the world and he's remembered as one of the most influential musicians of the early rock and roll era.