Retro Dee looks back at the Day the Music Died on the anniversary.
Best of: A Winter Dance Party
We look back at the final concert by Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper Saturday night on The Grooveyard.
Top Ten: October 23, 1958
Helllloooo baby! Two artists with October birthdays are included in this week's Top Ten. See videos by the Big Bopper, Cozy Cole and others.
February Makes Me Shiver
Retro Dee remembers the Day the Music Died.
This Weekend: A Winter Dance Party
We look back at the final concert by Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper Saturday night on The Grooveyard.
Top Ten: November 14, 1958
Videos of the top songs for November 14, 1958, as featured on The Grooveyard. Look for guest appearances by Dick Clark, Milton Berle and Perry Como.
Today We Remember: J.P. Richardson – aka The Big Bopper
A post-birthday tribute to J.P Richardson, the Big Bopper.
This Weekend: Buddy, Ritchie and JP
Saturday night at 7 PM on "The Grooveyard", we'll look back at the artists who died in the plane crash in Clear Lake, Iowa on February 3, 1959, frequently called "The Day the Music Died". Host Alan Seltzer will feature the music of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. He'll also share some... Continue Reading →
“The Day The Music Died”
Retro Dee writes about music, fashion and other trends of the 1950s on this site. Check out her blog, Retro Dee's Guide to the Best Era Ever here, and her column here every Wednesday. Today we remember what is known as “The Day The Music Died”. If you’ve ever heard the 1971 song “American Pie”... Continue Reading →
Top Ten: November 9, 1958
Here's the Grooveyard Top Ten for November 9, 1958 as played tonight by Alan Seltzer on "The Grooveyard": #10 "Susie Darlin'" by Robin Luke #9 "The End" by Earl Grant #8 "Rockin' Robin" by Bobby Day The Finals Begin Next Week! #7 "You Cheated" by The Shields #6 "Tom Dooley" by The Kingston Trio... Continue Reading →