Chuck Berry

Chuck Berry’s status as one of the founders of rock & roll has been acknowledged by, well, just about everyone, but his current value as a live performer is more controversial. Nevertheless, the 85-year-old, who hasn’t had a hit in four decades, consistently draws crowds of all ages to his at-capacity shows—people want to see the living legend while they still can. And it’s true, you can’t beat ringing in the new year with a legend of rock & roll and his six-string guitar.