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Buddy Holly
Buddy Holly in concert
Buddy Holly in concert
Background information
Birth nameCharles Hardin Holley
BornSeptember 7, 1936
OriginFlag of United States Lubbock, Texas USA
DiedFebruary 3, 1959 (aged 22)
Genre(s)Rock and Roll, Country
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, Guitarist
Instrument(s)Vocals, Guitar
Years active1956 – 1959
Label(s)Decca
Associated
acts		The Crickets
WebsiteBuddyHolly.com
Notable instrument(s)
Fender Stratocaster

Charles Hardin Holley (September 7, 1936 – February 3, 1959), better known as Buddy Holly, was an American singer, songwriter, and a pioneer of rock and roll. The change of spelling of "Holley" to "Holly" came about because of an error in a contract he was asked to sign, listing him as Buddy Holly. That spelling was then adopted for his professional career. The original spelling of "Holley" was engraved on his headstone (see photo).

Buddy Holly is considered one of the most influential founding fathers of rock 'n roll. In 2004, Rolling Stone Magazine ranked him #13 on their list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. Although his career was cut short, his body of work is considered among the best in rock music history. His music would influence not only many of his recording contemporaries, but also the future direction of popular music, including The Beatles.