Born in Huntsville, Arkansas, Ronnie Hawkins, known affectionally as “Mr. Dynamo” and “The Hawk” came to the Toronto area in 1958 for a gig and never went back. His hits “Hey Bo Diddley” and “Marylou” made Hawkins a teenage idol and over the years, he gained recognition for recruiting and grooming outstanding Canadian talent. John Lennon and Yoko Ono visited Hawkin’s Mississauga farm in the 60’s during their peace movement.
