Problem
Tim Riley, author of a recent biography of John Lennon, remarked that British rock and rollers of the 1950s, especially the nascent Beatles, identified more with Buddy Holly than Elvis Presley. According to Riley, Holly was the more British of the two rock and rollers.
I want you to watch two videos now, one of Presley performing Little Richard's "Ready Teddy," and Holly performing his song, "Peggy Sue," both on the Ed Sullivan Show.
Do you agree with Riley's observation? What made Holly a "British rock and roller?" In your response, comment on the visual and aural impact of these two performances. In particular, compare and contrast how Presley and Holly looked and how they delivered their songs. Be sure to keep in mind that Holly wrote and performed his songs.