The longest song on this album is only 2 minutes and 36 seconds. The entire album of 12 songs clocks in around 26 minutes. Nonetheless, it is still considered a milestone in rock history for several reasons. It was Buddy Holly's debut LP, and only 3 of his albums were released in his lifetime. It also demonstrated that it was possible to write hit songs under 3 minutes (back in the 50s, 3 was the magic number and most record labels insisted that their artists record singles as close to that time as possible).I've been a fan of Buddy Holly since some time in high school. The scene in Stand By Me when the 4 boys are walking along the railroad tracks to the tune of "Everyday" is etched in my memory and I've been a fan ever since. It was very clear to me listening to this album that he was a major influence on the rock & roll movement. I learned that the Beatles even named themselves as an homage to The Crickets. The irony being that not all the members of the Crickets (a "singing" insect) actually sang, but all the members of the Beatles did.
Favorite Tracks: "Not Fade Away," "Oh Boy," and "That'll Be The Day".
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