American Songwriter

On This Day in 1957, Buddy Holly Re-Recorded a Classic No. 1 Song His Label Initially Refused To Release—Inspired by John Wayne

Sixty-nine years ago today, Buddy Holly and the Crickets re-recorded a song that had been shelved and made it a massive hit.
The Cheat Sheet

Elvis Presley Gives Buddy Holly a Helping Hand During His First Big Gig

Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly had a connection that went way beyond their respective music careers. When Buddy started in the music business, Elvis’s kindness helped the teenage musician during his ...
Columbus Telegram

Holly had an impact on many musicians

MASON CITY, Iowa — When Bill Griggs used to go to music stores and ask for Buddy Holly records, the people behind the counter thought he meant Billie Holiday. Today entire sections of music stores are ...
American Songwriter

5 Songs You Didn’t Know Were Written by Buddy Holly’s Drummer, Jerry Allison

Jerry Allison released a single in 1958 under his middle name, Ivan. It only reached No. 68 on the charts. However, as a drummer and songwriter with Buddy Holly and the Crickets, Allison had much more ...