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 ...
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, ...
On the block: Rare 1959 poster from rock tour whose tragedy inspired 'The Day the Music Died' lyrics
A rare piece of rock 'n' roll memorabilia from the Midwest tour featuring Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper is now at auction. This rare poster for the Jan. 30, 1959, "Winter Dance Party" ...
"The Day The Music Died" has been immortalized in music history. It earned its title in Don McLean's karaoke singalong classic "American Pie," and is one of the most significant tragedies to hit ...
ADDISON, Texas, April 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Many people who were alive in 1959 remember "the day the music died" -- when a plane crash killed rock-n-roll superstars Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and Big ...
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