This essay is adapted from Merrick Morton's "La Bamba: A Visual History," published by Hat & Beard Press. “Dance!! Dance!! Dance!! to the music of the Silhouettes Band!!” read the handbill. The ...
John Mueller’s ‘50s Dance Party recreates the final tour of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. “John Mueller’s ‘50s Dance Party is the official live and authentic re-creation of Buddy ...
DAVENPORT, Iowa — Step back in time to 1959 as the Capitol Theatre in Davenport hosts a tribute concert honoring three musicians killed just days after they performed in Davenport. On Jan. 29, 1959, ...
McLean, who wrote the folk-rock hit "American Pie" about the singers' deaths, and Connie, Richie's sister, share how one fateful day changed their lives forever Feb. 3, 1959, has become commonly ...