Don Wilson, Who Gave the Ventures Their Distinctive Rhythm, Dies at 88
He was a founder, with Bob Bogle, of what has been called the best-selling and most influential instrumental band in rock ’n’ roll history.
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He was a founder, with Bob Bogle, of what has been called the best-selling and most influential instrumental band in rock ’n’ roll history.
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: Guitarist Don Wilson has died at the age of 88. He co-founded the 1960s
The band’s hits included “Walk, Don’t Run,” and the theme song for “Hawaii Five-O.” They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
Wilson played rhythm guitar for The Ventures, which with over 100 million records sold, was the best-selling instrumental band of all time.
Wilson played rhythm guitar for The Ventures, which with over 100 million records sold, was the best-selling instrumental band of all time.