JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Tour From Hell.

  • Published In: Vintage Rock, 2025. P. 118 1 of 3

  • Database: Music Index with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Fox, Randy 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "The Tour From Hell" recounts the tragic events of February 3, 1959, when a small plane carrying rock'n'roll singers Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper crashed in a cornfield near Mason City, Iowa. The musicians were part of the Winter Dance Party tour, which faced numerous challenges due to harsh winter conditions and budget cuts. The crash resulted in the deaths of all four men on impact, marking the end of an era in rock'n'roll history. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Vintage Rock. 2025/02, p118
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-3573
  • Accession Number:182761775
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