BUDDY HOLLY Crash Site and SURF BALLROOM - The Day The Music Died 4K

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Join us as we travel to Clear Lake, Iowa to visit The Day The Music Died sites...the Buddy Holly Crash Site, The Surf Ballroom and the airport Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper took off from.
On February 3, 1959, Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper were killed in a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa. The event later became known as "The Day the Music Died" after singer-songwriter Don McLean referred to it as such in his 1971 song "American Pie".
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@loulou7963 Жыл бұрын

I think it’s just incredible that the Surf Ballroom still stands and still operates as the original venue. 🥰

@marie-louisesegerlov8625 Жыл бұрын

I really want to be there on the jubilee.

@DubLubb Жыл бұрын

Not only that but they throw a Winter Dance Party every year on the anniversary.

@GoldenAgeSk8Video 6 ай бұрын

@@DubLubbdo they play music from that era? Music of the big 3 that passed? 🙏 😊

@jamesbednar3108 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldenAgeSk8Video yes. There is a small park not very far from the Surf Ballroom that has a loud speaker system. You can choose songs to play from each of the artists. Also, there are streets named for each individual

@briancrawford69 Ай бұрын

Part of American music history

@tonyacasdrummer 2 жыл бұрын

I went there a few years ago with my band when we were on tour. My guitar player didn’t know the story but while we were walking around I found him in a booth crying. I asked him what was wrong and he said “those guys were just doing what we do. I couldn’t imagine losing you guys”. It was a day we all remember.

@rocknroll20024 2 жыл бұрын

Oh how sweet your guitar player sounds like a really nice guy

@tonyacasdrummer 2 жыл бұрын

@@rocknroll20024 he is the best!

@karenstrycharz1499 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing guitar player you have in your band that truly “cares! Such a touching story & thank-you for sharing your story with us all! Wishing you the very best of luck!

@Gen_X_Rosey 2 жыл бұрын

Such a sweet guy and what a touching sentiment. Hope all the best for you and your band!

@bonkers5016 Жыл бұрын

You and your band will be blessed.

@Moneydude-gy3mm Жыл бұрын

My Mom's name is Peggy Sue. She was named after the song because my grandfather was driving my grandmother to the hospital. He turned on the car radio to distract her from the pain...The song that came on was Peggy Sue. My Mother was born 15 minutes later and she was named after that song.

@Canadiana71 5 ай бұрын

That is so sweet. ❤

@moniqueboutault-delorme3382 5 ай бұрын

Belle histoire

@brianarbenz1329 14 күн бұрын

Nice positive story to add to this. Thanks.

@righteousredneck777 Жыл бұрын

Bopper is buried here in my hometown. My oldest sister worked for boppers wife. Her banana tree is in my parents back yard,potted and still alive.

@mysticstarhf9265 2 жыл бұрын

I'm impressed that 63 years later and the Surf Ballroom is still open; that it didn't close and get replaced by a multitude of other businesses over the decades. Amazing building; they certainly don't build places like that anymore.

@rythehorrorguy2851 2 жыл бұрын

I believe they not too long ago declared it a historical place

@JackT_Music_on_Vinyl 2 жыл бұрын

It still features all kinds of music. When I worked in Waterloo, IA at Rock 108 we were at rock shows fairly regularly. And the Surf has had oldies revivals through the years, as well as private parties. Non-profit organizations book it for their events as well. It's really a wonderfully preserved building.

@garyjimenez3690 2 жыл бұрын

Buddys brother told me once that that would stop at. Icehouses (country bars ) in the country and he’d see old guys playing delta blues and such and buddy would jump out truck and grab guitar and jam with them . They tell him come on

@teresahansen863 2 жыл бұрын

They still have concerts there. I go to some.

@danpals7678 2 жыл бұрын

It almost did. H schools were having proms in their a lot of receptions and like the music from the 70s we didn't understand how lucky we were.

@midwaymonster30 2 жыл бұрын

Big Bopper's son was right when he asked "why isn't there a movie about my dad?" I completely agree. I feel like JP gets overshadowed when he absolutely shouldn't.

@theresa4390 Жыл бұрын

And his son could play him. He's a splitting image of his dad

@midwaymonster30 Жыл бұрын

@@theresa4390 Unfortunately, his son passed away a few years back. He's buried near his father. Sad.

@fernandothomas6064 9 ай бұрын

He needs to write the movie

@midwaymonster30 9 ай бұрын

@@fernandothomas6064 Unfortunately, Bopper Jr passed away as well. He's buried next to his daddy.

@youtubingbabs 8 ай бұрын

I never realized either. Maybe it's his time now! Maybe his story has a message the world needs now??? God works in mysterious ways!

@hunter5685 9 ай бұрын

I was born in 1977. I listen to their music regularly. My kids call it old, I call it legendary. Thanks for the tour.

@user-hw4cd6ks2q 8 ай бұрын

Wow l was born in 1972

@katemaloney4296 Жыл бұрын

I hope with all of my heart that when it came time for Waylon to go home Buddy was there to greet his friend with "No hard feelings" and a big hug.

@msbigdog1460 8 ай бұрын

🙄🙄🙄

@OtelliSandrina 8 ай бұрын

Waylon left us years ago

@cherylluigs8984 7 ай бұрын

And as Kate commented, I am sure Buddy was there to great him.

@sonamebel-fm9kl 7 ай бұрын

Waylon told Buddy he wasn't flying with them. Buddy told him "I hope you freeze your ass off." Waylon says, " I hope your plane goes down."

@OtelliSandrina 7 ай бұрын

@@sonamebel-fm9kl thought it was "I hope your old bus freezes"

@marviveedee7198 2 жыл бұрын

Hats off to the Surf Ballroom ,for keeping those memories in such pristine condition . Hope to visit one day .

@Airsoftcleaner Жыл бұрын

For most Rock & Roll purists AND a lot of Rock & Roll Icons, The Surf Ballroom is almost a religious pilgrimage.

@yankeesfan3961 Жыл бұрын

With the Surf Ballroom allowing visitors to check out their spot and record it for KZfaq for me and others to see, then maybe the music will never never die, so to speak :)

@jananderson672 Жыл бұрын

@@Airsoftcleaner exactly what I feel and felt while I was there.you can feel the presence of the bands and the dancing people in the ballroom. I live in Iowa and hadn't visited it until a few years ago, but you do feel something there and at the crash site.

@MsJoaniesgarden 2 жыл бұрын

I was six years old when they died. I remember walking into my Uncle Mike's bedroom. He was playing Buddy Holly on his record player as loud as it would go. He was curled up around it on the floor sobbing. I was too young to know the depth of his sorrow.

@SassyLaughlin13 2 жыл бұрын

Okay I officially LOVE this guy, he does Horror Stuff but he did an amazing Selena Tour and now this one of Buddy, Ritchie and JP. This guy is so awesome, he legit gets into this deep

@flightofthebumblebee9529 Жыл бұрын

Jiles, Buddy, and Richie were amazing musicians. The men may have perished that cold February night but their music will NEVER die. I'd love to hear from someone who was actually at that show the night they died. I bet it was legendary.

@earth-oe5le 10 ай бұрын

Earth will crash into the sun and it will in fact end

@BlackedOutDreams 9 ай бұрын

@@earth-oe5leif you’re gonna be a nihilist troll, get your facts right. The sun will explode

@christinasmothers9861 9 ай бұрын

Jiles don’t you mean JP The Big Bopper

@GeremySidebeak 6 ай бұрын

Jiles Peterson the big bopper, yeah.@@christinasmothers9861

@cmj383 6 ай бұрын

The Big Bopper’s name was Jiles Perry (JP) Richardson

@paulwilliams7070 2 жыл бұрын

Buddy holly was way ahead of his time a true legend missed by everybody

@anthonyangeli256 2 жыл бұрын

Typical case of pilot error. When will they ever learn. RIP Buddy

@SassyLaughlin13 2 жыл бұрын

he sure was, he was just iconic with that rock and roll. and Ritchie, he would have so blown up Mexican Rock and Roll

@anthonyangeli256 2 жыл бұрын

@@SassyLaughlin13 what exactly is Mexican rock & roll?

@cherylluigs8984 7 ай бұрын

Yes, Ritchie had such potential…17 and gone to soon

@colinluckens9591 2 ай бұрын

Yet you never seem to hear about him nowadays 😔😔😔😔😔.....

@pedroleon1441 2 жыл бұрын

I'm Mexican and grew up hearing my dads records of Richie Valens, he said he used to hear and sing the songs and learned english language with their music since he was a child, he was a poor worker kid and now he is a retired Architect and professor, sky is the limit, I do cry every time I go back hearing this music and watching videos from this artists!!!

@HillVillageDragon Жыл бұрын

I’m a Rock musician from the same area where Ritchie grew up: the San Fernando Valley. He’s a local legend there, and I always looked up to him for inspiration as a local guy who made good. Anyway, at one point, his student ID and photo could be seen in a glass case at San Fernando High School (these items, sadly, we’re stolen some time ago). His body is interred at the San Fernando Mission Cemetery.

@kenneth-pc7mf Жыл бұрын

Richie Valens,Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper are legends.May they R.I.P.

@Monarch_girl 28 күн бұрын

@hillvillagedragon, that's a shame that someone would steal them. That's a piece of history that deserves to be preserved and respected.

@soyburglar1878 Жыл бұрын

I feel the emotion in this video. I am currently 45 years old and I made the decision to become a musician, whatever that meant, the day I saw the movie ‘LaBamba’ in 1987, at the age of 10. I became obsessed with Valens, Buddy Holly, The Beach Boys, and pretty much all of the great oldies groups. The Beach Boys were my first concert at the age of 12, and as projected, I bought my first guitar at the age of 13 and over the next year or two, taught myself to play by ear, mostly by playing along to songs on the radio and my small collection of tapes and CD’s. To this day, I am still a musician who has sort of moved on to learn many more instruments, and I can still recall the fire that the beautiful product these men offered the world put in my belly those many years ago!

@ericheld4382 Жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with being overwhelmed with emotion, Buddy, Ritchie, J.P's spirits are alive and well in that building, it was rock and rolls first tragedy.

@elizabethkusce2718 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most saddest time in history, their lives were snuffed out too soon. I always cry when I watch La Bamba especially when his mom cries out not my Ritchie. We are definitely walking history, it’s ok to cry we are human and so connected.

@tatianarodriguez1580 2 жыл бұрын

🥺💕🙏

@finishin.my.coffee8780 2 жыл бұрын

The part that always gets me is Bob on the bridge.

@tatianarodriguez1580 2 жыл бұрын

@@finishin.my.coffee8780 Yes 😪

@Uscrocks84 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder what happen to his brother Bob

@justinpurdy199 2 жыл бұрын

@@Uscrocks84 He died in 2018 from prostate cancer

@gretje1974 2 жыл бұрын

My late father was 23 years old that bitter, cold morning he went out to start his coal truck, in West Virginia. It came over the radio. He described in great detail the utter shock and emotion he felt hearing that fateful news that day. He was a huge fan of all three and it haunted him til his old age. Thank you for this video. It’s like we were right there with y’all. 🖤

@dukecraig2402 2 жыл бұрын

My friend was born on this day, February 3rd 1959.

@janetsanchez273 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, how some of our relatives were doing that day that our great legends died. It’s amazingly, beautiful, to hear or read stories as, IS! So, with “THIS”, being said, thank you Gretje.

@MrMusick84 2 жыл бұрын

Where in West Virginia? I’ve lived in Morgantown all my life.

@dukecraig2402 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrMusick84 I'm up the road in Uniontown.

@gretje1974 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrMusick84 Mingo County and Logan County, WV. My last name is Hatfield, of the infamous Feud.

@dopedrums 6 ай бұрын

Dude, you delivering a pizza and ended up dancing with an old lady was so wholesome.

@roteazalee 13 күн бұрын

The Surf Ballroom absolutely needs to be preserved. A wonderful place.

@Sarahbuildsstepsequencers 2 жыл бұрын

You can just feel the teens sitting in their booths, chatting and laughing, boyfriends and girlfriends. It’s unchanged. Surf Ballroom is sacred.

@teresahansen863 2 жыл бұрын

I still go to concerts there. I live about 30 minutes away.

@SuperNoncents 2 жыл бұрын

@@teresahansen863 what kinds of acts did you see?

@johnkeane1419 2 жыл бұрын

Now mostly dead or very old...

@Airsoftcleaner Жыл бұрын

There is a Plaque from The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inside The Surf Ballroom representing its part of Rock & Roll history.

@kraken138 2 жыл бұрын

Buddy Holly is the reason why I make a living as a musician today. He was my first music hero back in the 80s when I was a little kid. I need to make this pilgrimage myself someday.

@SueP-D 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you’re able to do so. It is sacred grounds for musicians and fans alike.✌️

@garyjimenez3690 Жыл бұрын

Come to lubbock also

@darcydavies-jones1503 Жыл бұрын

I got three guitars but I bought a fender just to play Buddy Holly songs - It's great to see his music still making waves over 60 years later

@kentfreeman8674 Жыл бұрын

@@garyjimenez3690 most diffently and Bomount if in Texas

@clarissaturcios2346 Ай бұрын

@@garyjimenez3690 Lubbock sucks, full of drug addicts, all the way down Q street if full of trashy chicano drug addicts

@derekjuhl1595 Жыл бұрын

My Grandpa actually got the last autograph of Buddy Holly ever on a 45 record. He and his brother went up from Latimer Iowa for the concert and afterwards, got in line for autographs. The security of the show cut the line off and said no more autographs after "this" guy. Well, my grandpa was "that" guy! The line got cut right in between him and his brother, so my grandpa got one and his brother didn't...Then they took off from the Surf to the airport and flew into history. As for the record? Grandpa at 80 years old still says he has it but has lost it somewhere in his house.

@DUKEJETT80 7 ай бұрын

I WOULD SAY IF HE HAS IT...AND WHAT YOU SAID CAN BE PROVEN....IT'S WORTH A SHIT LOAD OF MONEY!!!!

@tommygunss4576 Жыл бұрын

" A long long time ago, I can still remember, how that music use to make me smile. " -Don Mclean

@gunnarbenjamin6348 2 жыл бұрын

Crazy story. I was on a cross country road trip last summer and this was the last real stop after going for a month on the way back home to the east coast. I’ve always been a big Buddy Holly fan so this was a special pilgrimage for me. My friend and I visited the Surf and then hiked out to the middle of the field on a 90 degree day at the end of July. I had about a minute to absorb it before a kitten came out, running right under the 3 records to greet myself and my friend. She was incredibly friendly, and had an injury on her leg. No animal shelter within 50 miles was willing to help her, so I went and got supplies while my friend stayed with her. We drove 26 hours straight back and she now lives with my dad. We named her Holly.

@Rob-dp3vr 9 ай бұрын

That was my daughter's cat. Nippy McWhiskers. She loved playing in that field, and always came home after a little while. My daughter has been heartbroken ever since you stole it. Monster.

@AntherFoxx 9 ай бұрын

@Rob-dp3vr if this is true this is such a coincidence you find the man who took your cat years later in youtube comments

@clarissaturcios2346 Ай бұрын

Hopefully we can still file police charges on you for stealing a little girls cat

@Zwicken1776 2 жыл бұрын

Don't feel silly, bud. My parents introduced me to rock with all the great 50's music. I have listened to Buddy for HOURS and HOURS.

@keithm9337 Жыл бұрын

You shouldn't feel anything but honored, I am feeling the same way through your video and commentary. Nothing wrong for showing your emotions because this is a big deal. I cried my eyes out when Eddie Van Halen died. Never met him, but he was a part of my life for 45 years. Seeing the Surf Ballroom in your video is magnificent. If you are a fan of music, this is greatly revered and honored ground. Thanks for taking us to Iowa on this very special trip.

@wormsnake1 Жыл бұрын

This was extremely powerful and emotional. Those men will never be forgotten. I would love to one day pay my respects in this amazing place in history. What a privilege!! I just hope it’s preserved and never knocked down for a retail park or apartment block. There music will never die and it will live on forever. R.I.P.🙏❤️🎵.x

@DUKEJETT80 7 ай бұрын

It is now a National Treasure....It was almost going to be dropped years ago...

@jdtractorman7445 2 жыл бұрын

It's crazy to think Waylon Jennings was almost on that plane. Without him there would be no "good old boys" theme song for the Dukes of Hazzard. Amazing when you think about how things happen and how it effects history.

@teresahansen863 2 жыл бұрын

So much music from Waylon we would’ve never had.

@xancypillosi9497 2 жыл бұрын

Imagine the music that those 3 would Of made. Could say the same about them

@walterdiaz7315 2 жыл бұрын

Now imagine how much music we missed from Ritchie at 17 years old. Imagine all he would of done. I don’t think someone that important has died from a aircraft accident until Kobe died. Such a loss of icons. I feel so bad for richies brother. I lost a brother so I can’t imagine how he felt in losing his lil brother so young

@tj4lyfe64 2 жыл бұрын

@@walterdiaz7315 aaliyah?

@joshx022 2 жыл бұрын

@@walterdiaz7315 skynyrd losing members in their plane crash was pretty big.

@philmarsh5593 2 жыл бұрын

I discovered Buddy's music in my dad's collection as a small boy. Big fan ever since. I'm getting close to 60 now and in Scotland, not the US. I'll probably never get to visit the Ballroom or the crash site - but you took me there. I really appreciate this. And I can quite understand and imagine just how moving those sites would be to visit. Thank you, so much.

@KiryuGal 2 жыл бұрын

Waving in Scottish 👋

@88kellychan 2 жыл бұрын

Yea same here is so chilling like omg I have no words

@garyjimenez3690 2 жыл бұрын

You can. Come to lubbock I use to live near his house where he got married also found one house he lived. It was down street from strip club but it’s gone now. Also he built a house that had a studio in it for his mom and dad before he died. It’s near Texas tech university. WYlon lived 40 miles west and Roy Orbison lived in another city. When he was a kid. Also a lot of movie stars lived here and lead singer from loan star went to school here also singers from the velvets were from here

@juicyjules7409 2 жыл бұрын

Cool 😎 u lucky 🍀 live there Colorado ugh

@stephanierosado8135 2 жыл бұрын

Rip

@GoreLilly 2 жыл бұрын

I grew up in the 90s loving buddy holly and had a huge crush on him despite his passing. Im so greatful for your videos and the heart, soul and respect you put into all your videos. Thankyou for taking us on this tour of rock and roll history

@user-bu7jl6zy5d Жыл бұрын

This video was made with sensitivity and respect for the four victims. I have wondered just what the airplane was, where they were headed, and what time the crash occurred. Three brilliant careers ended tragically that cold night. Thank you for making this and posting it. Even in tis year of 2023, the song "Peggy Sue" remains the best rock-and-roll song ever recorded, in my humble opinion..

@stephenbogan5961 7 ай бұрын

It was a Beechcraft Bonanza, similar to this one 1.bp.blogspot.com/-ojCx3fGJcBo/XpH1goOMRQI/AAAAAAAANfE/53ojRNmfzsMKe0CKh7oVlqMgB5HjwABZgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/BE35.jpg

@davidwelker4172 2 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how original (and in beautiful condition) they kept that place.

@slaveforaudio622 2 жыл бұрын

I went to Buddy Holly’s high school and middle school in Lubbock, TX. I was even in the same classroom that he attended class. RIP a rock and roll legend

@dianadarrell1905 8 ай бұрын

I am so AMAZED that someone had the wherewithall to preserve this HISTORICAL SITE - THANK YOU !!!

@isabelbustos2293 8 ай бұрын

I remember being very young when this happened. My brothers were their age when these icons died They died on my brothers birthday. My brothers were 17 and 19. They would dance with me to their music. May they all rest in peace

@csh43166 2 жыл бұрын

Waylon Jennings carried guilt from this for his entire life; he became a victim of this tragedy, as well. A truly heartbreaking event in American music history. Always RIP, Buddy, Ritchie and JP... 🌹🌹🌹 Beautifully done video, guys... ❤

@BillHaynal 2 жыл бұрын

It's good that Roger Peterson is included on the memorial outside the Surf Ballroom. He too should not be forgotten.

@craigandsnowwadam4511 2 жыл бұрын

❤

@grimmlifecollective 2 жыл бұрын

Our thoughts exactly. They did really good

@jonprosise7162 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Its called an accident for a reason

@jonprosise7162 2 жыл бұрын

@Ben Dover I agree it was preventable. Books are good if it's all true. I've found out all I could. Day time would've helped

@daniel.durston 5 ай бұрын

This has got to be the most in-depth and highest quality version of covering this. Thank you. This was incredible to watch. I appreciate that you two care just as much as any other real artist/musician. We can feel how powerful it must have been for you both to walk these steps.

@maryrnbsn5114 Жыл бұрын

You sense them there that is why you are teary and chills. Their spirits are there.

@j.s.connolly8579 2 жыл бұрын

as a musician of 43 yrs. this video made me tear up several times.. in just the SHORT TIME of their lives... those three made an INDELIBLE IMPACT on Music AND our lives FOREVER! Such a GREAT LOSS! :(

@linalorenzo8672 2 жыл бұрын

Very short 😢🤎.

@elizabethkusce2718 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t think you’re a big dork, it’s nice to see a male feel for others. Love what you and your beautiful wife do. You bring back so many good memories.

@craigandsnowwadam4511 2 жыл бұрын

❤

@samanthab1923 2 жыл бұрын

Far from it. He’s a Cool Cat 🙏🏻

@rxqueen6064 2 жыл бұрын

I thought it was beautiful, I could truly feel his emotions and even I got teary eyed too!!

@kathyhiggins8690 9 ай бұрын

I concur wholeheartedly. Love you guys! 💚🖤💚🖤💚🖤

@davidday8417 7 ай бұрын

Everything that happens has already been decided from your existence till your death and everything in between,these three amazing musicians were put here for our enjoyment !! Their lives touched millions,their music influenced many that we have grown up with !! I was just a baby when these 3 young men were killed but because of an Aunt who was a teenager when they were popular she introduced me to them !! I still listen to them to this day !! Although these 3 individuals may of perished that cold snowy night in 1959 their music lives on and will continue to be a testimony of just how special these men were !! Rest In Peace to these 4 men !!

@jackiesmithsmetaldetecting 6 ай бұрын

I agree with you @davidday8417, i still have my Fathers records of Buddy Holly that we used to play on a dancette i grew up with them, i still play them to this day, the crackle a bit now but they were from a time he was still alive says it all really.

@marie-louisesegerlov8625 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video,I'm born 1960 but I have loved Buddy Holly seen the first time I heard him and even bought a LP.

@alim357 2 жыл бұрын

This video gave me chills. My grandparents met at the Surf Ballroom in 1943 or 44 right before my grandpa left to fight in WWII. They got married soon after he got back from the war and were happily married for 67 years. I haven’t thought of Buddy Holly or The Surf Ballroom in years and glad your video popped up on my feed to remind me.

@dmmchugh3714 2 жыл бұрын

My Buddy Holly top 5: 1) That'll be the day 2) Not fade away 3) Every day 4) Learning the Game 5) What to do Sad that the pilot also was so young - maybe 20 years old. "The Day the Music Died ", by Larry Lehmer, is a great read and excellent source on the crash (and that music era too ).

@user-mv3ki4ii5l 11 ай бұрын

I love the story of you delivering food to that elderly woman and you dancing with her. You have a kind soul ❤️

@Sophiathecurly1 Жыл бұрын

They passed 1 month before my mom was born. Rest in peace legends ❤️ love their music

@jpbriones21 2 жыл бұрын

My grandma would’ve been 19 at the time. I remember her mentioning how sad she was when she found out that they all passed. She said was a fan of all their music. So just seeing this, and hearing her stories just makes it all so much more real. Also, I’m from West Texas, so Buddy Holly means a lot to us! Thank you for uploading this video. I wish I would’ve been alive at that time to experience it myself!

@jasonwilliamson8416 2 жыл бұрын

I would imagine that the airport doesn't want to reference a plane crash for the sake of the passengers. I live in Huntington WV home of Marshall University. If you aren't aware, Marshalls entire football team was killed in a plane crash in 1970. There's a memorial at Marshalls stadium and there's a memorial at the East Carolina University stadium where the final game was played. But there is no mention of the crash at Tri State Airport where the crash occurred.

@Rob-dp3vr 9 ай бұрын

My father was a disc jockey in Detroit and had to announce it on the air. He was the morning drive time disc jockey, so he came in around 5am. It came across a teletype machine, and he had to take a minute to realize it wasn't someone messing with him. Because all 3 artists died, so it was hard to believe. He also had to announce on air when Patsy Cline died. I remember him telling me that he announced it, then as a tribute played one of her songs. As it played it dawned on him that she died in a plane crash and he was playing "Falling to Pieces". 😬 Ooooops!

@gregjurek5623 Жыл бұрын

I was seventeen when I was there, in 1959 it was awesome

@gmutt26 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I grew up listening to buddy holly with my dad. He was a massive fan. He passed when I was 13 and I’m Now 40. He only got to 40 himself. I still listen to buddy holly as it reminds me of him. Thanks again

@martinwright9238 2 жыл бұрын

Not everyday you see this kind of respectful tribute to a tragic loss of life and profound admiration to music that changed the very foundation of what we now call classic rock n roll . outstanding 10 stars.xx

@smithgirl34 Жыл бұрын

I just went to Clear Lake a few weeks ago...as a huge Buddy Holly fan, I was overwhelmed with emotion when I entered the ballroom and went to the crash site....it was a clear, sunny beautiful day with a light breeze...at the crash site, I could feel Buddy's presence...I felt at peace knowing Buddy was at peace in that moment...thank you for covering this...♥️

@suzibeach3386 2 жыл бұрын

When I was a child and my parents would tell me about this, I always thought the ones who died looked old. Now when I look at them they look like baby faces. They were so young. I'm still watching your video now, but so far it is awesome!

@donnaashcroft2069 2 жыл бұрын

My dad introduced me to Buddy Holly’s music as a kid when we drove from Sydney to Brisbane every holiday and we would listen to his music, we always seem to sing Peggy Sue Got louder when it came on - our car trips were always Buddy and Elvis music.

@davidhoward1511 Жыл бұрын

My Mom grew up in Crosbyton Texas she was born their bk in 1950 in Crosbyton very close to Lubbock Texas she grew up listening to Buddy Holley and the Crickets and Richie Valens and Big Bopper Mom use to take us to Lubbock Texas all the time we use to go to Lubbock all the time I use to live their years ago the memories of these great people are in heaven now may the lord bless their families and may we see buddy and Richie and Bopper once again may the memories of theses young man remain in our hearts for ever see you guys some day cause rock music will never die 🎲🎲 cause it here to stay in our hearts and minds for everyone for ever more

@peterstubbs7359 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for You Tube sight. I am 63 years old and was born 27th June 1959 and a Australian not long after this happened. I like how you put so much heart into these films you do. Very touching. Thank you again for your all out work

@nadaleenbrady8183 2 жыл бұрын

The way you honor them with respect shows what a class act you both are! Keep em coming you guys rock!!

@selenayates2256 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad they left a memorial for the pilot. I like all three singers, especially Ritchie Valens. I love your story with the older lady. That was so sweet. Thank you for showing us a part of history.

@felicitousfeline9956 Жыл бұрын

It is sad that these talented young people died so young and tragically. Love the boooths, dance floor and whole vibe of the place.

@jasonniemier4425 10 ай бұрын

I lived in Mason City for a number of years and we are very fortunate in Iowa to have this beautiful ballroom. The area around the ballroom has been developed over the years. It certainly makes me wonder if the ballroom itself may have been consumed by condominiums, had it not been the last concert of the three musicians that perished that winter night.

@n.v.6955 2 жыл бұрын

Living just 10 mins from there and almost daily being in Clear Lake it's easy to take for granted how historical the Surf is. Seen many shows there it's a great venue to watch a show. It's so cool to see someone making a video to remind me of the importance of the Surf. Great video although a sad story.

@ginaxgstring Жыл бұрын

How lucky you are

@wildestcowboy2668 Жыл бұрын

Do u have the same drug using people like the 60'$ did ?

@benjanssen9670 Жыл бұрын

I live in Mason City and I completely agree with you

@johnsmith-ug5tp 2 жыл бұрын

The Surf Ballroom is beautiful and a preserved time capsule of Mid western 1950`s Americana . The place was all worn down and almost demolished when a group of people stepped up, saved and restored it. Now it is a protected national monument.

@johnsmith-ug5tp 2 жыл бұрын

@@trishayoung6373 Hopefully someday I will get to see it in person.

@stansmad 9 ай бұрын

The Surf Ballroom looks amazing for its age ! This tragedy occurred just a few months before my September 9 birthday. Holley was a genius, think about it, he was only 22 when he lost his life. What more great songs could he have contributed given the opportunity ? Sad... 😢

@stellablue2693 Жыл бұрын

Living 30 minutes away from the Surf we've been to many shows here. It is a sacred place and the fact that you have so much passion and emotion for it all really touched me. Rave On!

@MissBebe64 2 жыл бұрын

They will never be forgotten. Thank you both for all you do to bring us history.love you both❤

@martinedwards4522 2 жыл бұрын

so great the place has been perfectly preserved, even the boothes

@Cozy.Vibes.77 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 42, born 1980. I grew up on 50s & 60s music, thanks to my grandma. There will never be music like that. Holly, Vallens, Richardson RIP

@KG-vr3te Жыл бұрын

It's the closest I've felt to a content creator. I walked with you every step. I always say its brilliant that someone gets out of the comfy seat and make the effort to bring the history and footage to those that hasn't the cash to visit a holy rock and roll place. A brilliant testimonial

@hortencianavarro885 7 ай бұрын

Their music is ALIVE! They are alive in our lives!

@sharonraizor2839 2 жыл бұрын

At 39:10 she starts recounting the story in a way that almost makes you feel she was there. She is giving facts but speaking in a narrative that is so authentic. Well done.

@wandi3112 2 жыл бұрын

I love the way they did these ballrooms back then....where people can dance or cheer their musicians away from the seating...what a great place that you took us to. An absolutely stunning venue. I got a little choked up feeling the emotion, out of deep respect for sure, 🙏that you have for the history of these wonderful, young, icons and their tragedy. When I saw "La Bamba," the coin toss scene was surreal. Thanx, GrimmLife, for yet another awesome adventure! Stay well. Peace.

@bcg3166 Жыл бұрын

Dudes, I've got chills. They're left music history alone, by not changing a thing. I remember growing up and my father listening to these gentlemen all the time. I've worked in personal security for sports, concerts and asset management protection. No other video has touched me as, this one. Thanks!

@anniethompson1254 Жыл бұрын

my stepdad is Waylon Jennings 2nd or 3rd cousin. I remember him telling me how close friends they were. Waylon was from Littlefield, its about 15 minuets away from Lubbock. Buddy Holly was from Lubbock, They always say the High School here where he went auditorium is haunted by him.

@kituwahband 2 жыл бұрын

Because the Bopper was slung so far from the wreckage, it lead some folk to believe he survived the crash and was going for help. However this was debunked when the autopsy report stated he broke almost every bone in his body and there was no way he could've survived. Lastly, I've always like the personal effects report that was released because it said Ritchie was wearing a bracelet that read, "Donna".

@Kari-G 2 жыл бұрын

Your compilation here and detailed interviews are phenomenal! My husband is a pilot here in Iowa and we’ve owned a small plane flying in and out of Mason City many times. Feels very real and jarring when you’re up in the clouds above the area. 4 young guys simply going somewhere… no different than us. Got a dad who did the same for me with ‘ol rock and roll, so I get ya on the emotion. 🖤🖤

@kena3182 Жыл бұрын

I was with a road band called The Impostors from March of 1987 until May of 1989. We played the Surf in the winter of 1988. As luck would have it, I met the manager of the place who was the same fellow who was there the night Buddy Holly played there and later died in the plane crash about 10 minutes from here. He's long gone now, but he was fascinating to talk to. I've not seen the interior since that night, so seeing it again on here was a sort of deja vu moment. Brought back a ton of memories., that's for sure. Someday I'll make the long trip from where I live back over the Surf one last time.

@jamesalcock5840 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this video and sharing it with everyone. It's very touching.

@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386 2 жыл бұрын

I was there in 2015. One of the most historic rock and roll locations in the world. Thanks for the memories

@joeadame6527 2 жыл бұрын

Buddy Holly's one of my favorite musicians ever. I'm from Lubbock so sometimes I visit his gravesite to pay my respects. Thanks for doing this.

@lisacoleman7330 4 ай бұрын

I was born 8 months after this on October 3 1959 and grew up listening to them on my mom and dad’s records.

@paulbrennan3996 Жыл бұрын

The music 🎼🎶 will never die R.I.P . Buddy Holly,the Big Bopper,and Ritchie Valens gone never forgotten 🎼🎶🎵

@tomo.3678 2 жыл бұрын

Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and J P Richardson aren't still famous just because they died too soon...it's because they are GREAT!! Rock n Roll will NEVER die! Thanks for the wonderful vid, guys! HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🎃 ✌🏻😎🎸🎶🎶🎶

@KiryuGal 2 жыл бұрын

Perfectly said 👍

@j.s.connolly8579 2 жыл бұрын

AMEN! I SECOND and THIRD THAT!

@davidwoodham1307 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there guys yes iam a rocket roll fan my late father was a big fan of bubby HOLLY when he was high school he ll the kids about 17 years old and girls all crying when herd the news of the rock n roll kill in the crash. And love bubbles HOLLY music to and Richie valets big bopper music 🎶 🎵 too I love all the 50s n 60s music bubby HOLLY thank you guys I enjoy all won't you guys dud from David WOODHAM OF Australia one of your big fan from down under so you great guys be safe in this old world

@soup6968 2 жыл бұрын

Buddy holly got somewhat popular over the past 12 years

@SandevistanSeanzo 2 жыл бұрын

This place is eerily beautiful. The fact knowing this was the last place Buddy Holly and his band performed gives it that eerie vibe

@cathywhite9415 Жыл бұрын

This has got to be one of the best but saddest videos you've ever done. To see & hear how emotional you got on this one, made me very emotional. This event happened just a short 4 months after I was born so, I personally don't remember it but, have seen the movies & other videos of this. It definitely was..."The Day The Music Died" 🎶 RIP 🕯🙏 🕊 Buddy Holly Richie Valens JP "Big Bopper" Richardson You are missed so much by many & will never, ever be forgotten.

@KellyParker-kw4nk 11 ай бұрын

My dad was in high school when the crash happened! He got me into Richie,buddy and big bopper ! The movies about their lives gives me the chills ! Thank you so much for the most beautiful tribute ever 💗

@JackKramme 2 жыл бұрын

Yo Michael, dont feel ashamed or embarrassed about getting emotional my dude. Its human. You're human.

@aprilrusch1644 2 жыл бұрын

I was 1 1/2 years old when this happened, lived about 40 miles from there. Within the past 4 years, we've visited the Surf Ballroom, the airport and the crash site twice. Chilling. I get the chills every time we visit. I was overcome with emotion. It's a feeling you can't describe. Your documentary is spot on, best I've seen. Thank you for sharing.

@annieanonymous611 Жыл бұрын

It's May 2023 and I've just watched this. Thank you. I've always wanted to visit and pay my respects but am on another continent and that is never going to happen. This was the next best thing. You are both so respectful and this was so heartfelt.

@kathyturner6177 Жыл бұрын

I know this has nothing about your video but when you said years ago you had a 2001 Jeep Wrangler and it brought a tear to me because I had a 2001 Jeep Wrangler that I just sold after 21 years. Very hard for me to sell but with very bad arthritis just didn’t drive it enough. Your video about their deaths and you mentioning your Jeep really got to me.🙏🏻🙏🏻. Thank you for all your work and time.👍🏻👍🏻

@courtney.malone Жыл бұрын

Lovely.💗

@aaronberg186 2 жыл бұрын

Out of all the young musicians who have died I think Buddy Holly was one of the most talented writers.

@TheCrapperboy 2 жыл бұрын

Man, an emotional video indeed!! I've been a fan of Ritchie Valens since seeing La Bamba when it came out (i still have the soundtrack on vinyl) and of course, Buddy Holly, after seeing the incredible Gary Busey performance in 1978 on video (also have the soundtrack on vinyl). This event is part of rock's mythology and i still get chills when i watch those movies or hear the real guys play those songs. They are rock 'n' roll royalty ❤

@ginaxgstring Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree

@Tarantulisimo Жыл бұрын

Everyone involved (Waylon Jennings, Tommy Allsup, Dion, et al) tells a different story about who was supposed to fly & who was gonna ride on the bus, who gave up which seat to whom, & who won which coin toss -- But I love the way it was portrayed in La Bamba

@davidhoward1511 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for broadcasting this memorial for buddy Holley and Richie Valens and Big Bopper fans

@TheSapperjoe 2 жыл бұрын

I did visit the crash site and the Surf Ballroom in Iowa back in 2018. It was very moving to see that almost 70 years later, it was still visited.

@thejourney1369 2 жыл бұрын

I found your channel when KZfaq recommended your Clutter family murders. I shared it with my daughter-in-law and she liked it. I appreciate the respect and sensitivity that you give to all of those who have passed. And that you remind people to be respectful of private property. The owners of this land are amazing people for letting others come to pay their respects. They could demand a charge to go there, but they don’t. They have my respect. So much talent was lost that cold winter night.

@karenferguson-bogenschutz7698 Жыл бұрын

Heard the news on the radio as I was riding home on the bus. Before I graduated high school … a time in my life forever in my heart …

@jamesdenton3438 Жыл бұрын

Once again Mike and Jessica share their passion, wonder and respect for the people and places that once were. They share all of the emotions that each subject evokes. A sincere thank you to both of you.

@tammysmith5400 2 жыл бұрын

I grew up listening to the music of all 3 of these great men. My mama loved The Big Bopper. I remember watching The Buddy Holly Story when I was in grade school and he captivated me. As a young teen, I lived in the same city as Ritchie Valens (Pacoima, CA.), although it was decades after they tragically passed away. My emotions were definitely raw watching this. Thank You for telling the story with the respect that it deserved. ❤️