Today is the anniversary of the 1959 plane crash that shocked the music world, in taking the lives of Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper. The tragedy led to the creation of one of the most famous tunes in the American Songbook, Don McLean's American Pie. So it's fitting that on this date we talked to the creator of that song himself! 

<p>Today is the anniversary of the 1959 plane crash that shocked the music world, in taking the lives of Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper. The tragedy led to the creation of one of the most famous tunes in the American Songbook, Don McLean's American Pie. So it's fitting that on this date we talked to the creator of that song himself!&nbsp;</p>

Great features and interviews from 102.9 WMGK's John DeBella.

102.9 WMGK Philadelphia's John DeBella Podcast - Great features and interviews.

The John DeBella Show

Radio hosts John DeBella, Steve Vassalotti and Dave Gibson with Daily Radio highlights on 102.9 WMGK in Philadelphia. Interviews with classic rockers, comedians and a few laughs.

<p>Radio hosts John DeBella, Steve Vassalotti and Dave Gibson with Daily Radio highlights on 102.9 WMGK in Philadelphia. Interviews with classic rockers, comedians and a few laughs.</p>

Advertisement