The Latest Breaking News from Buddy Holly

Many realize Buddy Holly died in a 1959 plane crash; fewer know about the concert days later in Chicago.

For many people, the most notable date in February is Valentine’s Day. But for those familiar with the history of rock music, two others stand out: Feb. 3, 1959 — “the day the music died,” as Don McLean described it in his 1971 hit “American Pie” — and Feb. 9,…

Drummer with the Crickets who co-wrote some of the band’s biggest hits with Buddy Holly including That’ll Be the Day

Jerry 'JI' Allison who played alongside Buddy Holly in The Crickets and wrote some of their greatest hits has died aged 82, a statement on his official Facebook page has revealed

The death of the percussionist was announced on Monday 22 August

The death of the percussionist was announced on Monday.

Don McLean has listened for decades as people belted out his classic song “American Pie” at last call or at karaoke — and applauds you for the effort. “I’ve heard whole bars burst into this song when I’ve been across the room,” McLean tells The Associated Press from a tour…

In an expansive new documentary, Don McLean talks about the much-discussed meaning of his enduring hit song

Fans of the iconic song “American Pie” have sometimes wondered about the lyrics they are singing loudly