Rave On - Buddy Holly 1959 - Buddy Holly died February 3, 1959 (aged 22) by a plane crash

Buddy Holly (born Charles Hardin Holley) was an American singer and songwriter who was a central figure of mid-1950s rock and roll. Despite his short career, his innovative songwriting and recording techniques were highly influential, earning him the nickname “The Father of Rock and Roll.“ Born in Lubbock, Texas in 1936, Holly learned to play guitar and sing at a young age. He began performing locally with his friends, blending country, rhythm and blues, and gospel music. In 1957, he formed his band, The Crickets, and signed with Brunswick Records. Their first single, “That’ll Be the Day,“ became a massive hit, catapulting them to fame. Holly’s distinct style, characterized by his hiccup vocals, horn-rimmed glasses, and energetic stage presence, set him apart. He wrote and recorded several other hit songs, including “Peggy Sue,“ “Oh, Boy!,“ and “Everyday.“ However, his career was tragically cut short when he died in a plane crash in 1959 at the age of 22, along with fellow musicians Ritchie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper“ Richardson. Despite his untimely death, Buddy Holly’s music continues to resonate with listeners worldwide, and his influence can still be heard in the work of countless artists today. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986, cementing his legacy as one of the pioneers of rock and roll.