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Cheetah Chrome: Punk’s Wild Guitar Legend | Music News
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- Sep 14, 2026
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Summary
A punk rock icon has passed — Cheetah Chrome, the wild-haired guitarist who helped birth the movement with the Dead Boys and Rocket From the Tombs, died at 71. Known for his explosive riffs and unapologetic energy, Chrome shaped punk’s sound and spirit, from CBGBs to Nashville, where he later ran Plowboy Records and released solo work. His autobiography gave fans an inside look at his rebellious life, while his collaborations with legends like Ronnie Spector and the New York Dolls proved his lasting influence. A true force of nature, Chrome’s legacy echoes through every raw, defiant note he ever played. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/cheetah-chrome-dead-boys-guitarist-obituary-1235625943/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bb32bd04e155dc3c Report issues to [email protected].