Buddy Holly

Buddy Holly can truly be said to have changed the face of Rock 'n Roll. A long, lanky body, a childish smile, horn-rimmed glasses and a plain, folksy quality became a part of his unique image-and this was in an era of pretty-boy teen idols. He employed the now-classic style of two guitars, bass and drums lineup in his recordings, which is still utilized today.

It has been written that Buddy Holly had more originality and drive at age nineteen than most rock groups ever summon up in their entire careers. His work continues to live on, influencing generation after generation.