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Buddy Holly
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Buddy Holly Tell a Friend about this artist
Born
September 7, 1936 in Lubbock, TX

Died
February 3, 1959

Years Active:
50s

 
Buddy Holly is perhaps the most anomalous legend of '50s rock & roll -- he had his share of hits, and he achieved major rock & roll stardom, but his importance transcends any sales figures or even the particulars of any one song (or group of songs) that he wrote or recorded. Holly was unique, his legendary status and his impact on popular music all the more extraordinary for having been achieved in barely 18 months. ...
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Selected Discography:
  Album Title Released Label Price
The Definitive Collection



2006 Geffen $6.99
Gold



2005 Geffen $13.98 2-CD Set
Buddy Holly (Remastered)



1958 Geffen $6.99
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Influences
Elvis Presley Hank Williams

Followers
The Beatles The Beatles Featuring Tony Sheridan Del Shannon Joe Ely John Lennon Paul McCartney Weezer Linda Ronstadt Anne Murray Gerry & The Pacemakers Bobby Vee Ringo Starr Leo Sayer George Harrison

Formal Connections
Waylon Jennings

Performed Songs By
Bobby Darin Paul Anka Albert Collins Chuck Berry Buddy Holly & The Crickets Roy Orbison Antoine "Fats" Domino

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