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Dion Explores Bluesy Side of His Hits and the 'Pain' of Buddy Holly Plane Crash

Dion DiMucci discusses his new album, 'Tank Full of Blues,' being on tour with Buddy Holly and the rockers killed in the infamous plane crash, his relationship with Bob Dylan and the bluesy side of his greatest hits. ... Read More »

15 Rock Stars Who Died at 27 Years Old

Between 1969 and 1971, the world lost Janis Joplin, Brian Jones, Jim Morrison and Jimi Hendrix. All four rockers died at the age of 27, joining what fans would later dub the 27 Club. ... Read More »

20 Best Buddy Holly Cover Versions

No other event in popular culture symbolizes greatness cut short like the plane crash that killed ... Read More »

Rock Almanac: February 3, 2008

On This Date in 1959: The Beechcraft Bonanza flying rockers Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big ... Read More »

Twisted Tales: Bobby Fuller May Have Fought Someone, Did Not Win

Musically speaking, mid-'60s singer and guitarist Bobby Fuller showcased the best of both worlds. ... Read More »