Don McLean and Connie Valens tell PEOPLE about their unique experiences on 'The Day the Music Died,' when Buddy Holly, Richie ...

Richard Steven Valenzuela, professionally known as Ritchie Valens, was a guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He passed away at a young age and is best remembered for his hits Donna and La Bamba.

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – “The Day the Music Died” is being remembered in a new way.

Ritchie Valens was rescued from obscurity ... “When you put it in a calendar, it’s about nine months.” Valens had three hits: “La Bamba,” “Donna” and “Come On, Let’s Go.” ...