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Freddy ‘Boom Boom’ Cannon, ‘Palisades Park’ singer, dies at 89
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
Singer Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon, who had three top-10 hits during the late 1950s and early 1960s, including “Palisades Park” and “Tallahassee Lassie,” died on Friday. He was 89. Read more trending news Cannon died at a hospice facility in Oxnard, California, his friend, iHeart Radio’s Tom Cuddy,...
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Key takeaway He had been scheduled to do an interview with disc jockey “Cousin Brucie” Morrow on July 11 but fell ill the day before, Cuddy said.
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Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon's passing may seem like a distant event, given that he died in a California hospice facility, but his music has likely resonated with many in the Atlanta area. As a city with a rich musical heritage, Atlanta has a strong appreciation for the early days of rock 'n' roll, which Cannon helped shape with his upbeat and energetic performances. His appearances on "American Bandstand" and other music programs would have been broadcast in Atlanta, introducing his music to local audiences. Additionally, the fact that Cannon's fans include notable artists like Mick Jagger and Robert Plant, who have likely performed in Atlanta at some point, underscores the city's connection to the broader music world. As Atlanta continues to celebrate its own musical legacy, the city's residents may reflect on the contributions of pioneers like Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon, who helped lay the groundwork for future generations of musicians.
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Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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What is this story about? Singer Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon, who had three top-10 hits during the late 1950s and early 1960s, including “Palisades Park” and “Tallahassee Lassie,” died on Friday. He was 89. Read more trending news Cannon died at a hospice facility in Oxnard, California, his friend, iHeart Radio’s Tom Cuddy,...
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