Buddy Holly & The Crickets

Rock ‘n’ Roll Group

1956-1957

Listen to the podcasts

This space is set aside for a contextualizing narrative. It is available to either a contributing educator or for a student to submit.

Add to the discussion

The podcast segments bring up several ideas, but you’re welcome to add your own. Record your conversation and submit it here.

  • Had rock n roll’s audience been defined by the time Buddy Holly rose to prominence?

  • Consider Holly and the Crickets’ biggest hits. How do they reflect American values of the post-World War II era?

  • What is the greatest aspect of Buddy Holly’s legacy?

Gallery

Submit your finds of Buddy Holly albums, references and cover songs.