Rock and roll legend Chuck Berry performs the Bal de la rose in Monaco. Photo: ReutersRock 'n' roll legend Chuck Berry celebrated his 90th birthday on by announcing that his first album of new music in 38 years would be released next year. Called simply Chuck, the album will consist mostly of new, original material recorded and produced by Berry, his record company said. Berry's children, Charles Berry Jr. on guitar and Ingrid Berry on harmonica, form part of his backing band on the record. "What an honor to be part of this new music," Berry Jr. said in a statement.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 19, 2016 07:52 UTC