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Buddy Holly

Four Classic Albums

Four Classic Albums

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Our Take

Ah, Buddy Holly - the bespectacled rock 'n' roller who left us too soon. This box set of four classic albums showcases the charm and talent that made him a legend.

"Chirping Crickets" kicks things off with its infectious hooks and tight harmonies. Holly's signature hiccuping vocals shine on tracks like "That'll Be the Day" and "Not Fade Away."

"Moondreams" takes a softer approach, with dreamy ballads and Holly's tender falsetto drawing listeners in. The title track is a standout, showcasing Holly's versatility as both a singer and a songwriter.

"Rave On" picks up the pace with energetic rockabilly numbers like "Oh, Boy!" and "Rave On." Holly's charisma is on full display here, as he effortlessly croons his way through each track.

Finally, "The Buddy Holly Story" serves as a perfect summary of Holly's all too brief career. From the infectious pop of "Peggy Sue" to the heart-wrenching balladry of "True Love Ways," this album encapsulates everything that made Holly a true pioneer of rock 'n' roll.

Overall, this box set is a must-have for any Buddy Holly fan. It's a joyful celebration of his short but impactful career, filled with timeless classics that still sound as fresh and exciting as ever. Buddy Holly may be gone, but his music will never fade away.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. You Are My One Desire
2. Blue Days, Black Nights
3. Modern Don Juan
4. Rock Around With Ollie Vee
5. Ting-a-ling
6. Girl On My Mind
7. That'll Be the Day
8. Love Me
9. I'm Changing All Those Changes
10. Don't Come Back Knockin'
11. Midnight Shift
12. I'm Gonna Love You Too
13. Peggy Sue
14. Look at Me
15. Listen to Me
16. Valley of Tears
17. Ready Teddy
18. Everyday
19. Mailman, Bring Me No More Blues
20. Words of Love
21. You're So Square
23. Little Baby
22. Rave On


Disc: 2
1. Oh Boy
2. Not Fade Away
3. You've Got Love
4. Maybe Baby
5. It's Too Late
6. Tell Me How
7. That'll Be the Day
8. I'm Lookin' for Someone to Love
9. An Empty Cup (And a Broken Date)
10. Send Me Some Lovin'
11. Last Night
12. Rock Me My Baby
13. Peggy Sue Got Married
14. Well... All Right
15. What to Do
16. That Makes It Tough
17. Now We're One
18. Take Your Time
19. Crying, Waiting, Hoping
20. True Love Ways
21. Learning the Game
22. Little Baby
23. Moondreams
24. That's What They Say

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About the artist

Buddy Holly

Buddy Holly, the bespectacled rock 'n' roll icon, may have been cut tragically short at the age of 22, but his impact on music continues to reverberate through the ages. With his distinctive hiccupping vocal style and innovative guitar playing, Holly helped shape the sound of the 1950s and beyond. Holly burst onto the scene in the late 1950s with his band The Crickets, releasing hit after hit, including classics like "Peggy Sue" and "That'll Be the Day." His unique blend of rockabilly, country, and pop proved to be a winning formula, earning him legions of fans and establishing him as a true pioneer of rock 'n' roll. But Holly wasn't just a talented musician - he was also a bit of a fashion icon, with his trademark thick-rimmed glasses and slicked-back hair setting him apart from his contemporaries. And let's not forget his quirky sense of style, with his penchant for quirky patterns and bold colours. Despite his untimely death in a plane crash in 1959, Buddy Holly's legacy lives on in the countless musicians he influenced. From The Beatles to Bob Dylan, his impact can be heard in the music of artists across genres and generations. So next time you find yourself bopping along to a classic rock 'n' roll tune, give a tip of your hat to the one and only Buddy Holly.

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