Rare Footage from 1957

1950s

Explore 18 rare behind-the-scenes clips and footage of famous musicians from 1957.

1957 in Music

Little Richard stepped away from music at the height of his powers. Buddy Holly and The Crickets released 'That'll Be the Day'. Jerry Lee Lewis recorded 'Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On'. The foundations of rock and roll were being laid at astonishing speed.

Artists

Thomas A. DorseyLittle Anthony and the ImperialsLloyd PriceLemarRed CallenderBobby HendricksPublic Image Ltd.R.E.M.The PlattersThe "5" RoyalesMahalia JacksonAcoustic bluesKoko TaylorElvis Presley