Buddy Holly - 20 Golden Hits (1980) Vinyl LP • Peggy Sue, That'll Be the Day
Catalog Number:
MCA-3040Musical Styles:
1950s, 1980s, Doo-Wop, Early Country, RockabillySleeve Grade:
Excellent (EX)Record Grade:
Excellent (EX)Condition Details:
Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges, light-scuffing and some discoloration with darker spots (front/back). Inner-sleeve is generic white. Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use. (Not a cut-out.)
Tracks:
- That'll Be The Day
- Peggy Sue
- Words Of Love
- Everyday
- Not Fade Away
- Oh Boy
- Maybe Baby
- Listen To Me
- Heart Beat
- Think It Over
- It Doesn't Matter Any More
- It's So Easy
- Well... All Right
- Rave On
- Raining In My Heart
- True Love Ways
- Peggy Sue Got Married
- Bo Diddley
- Brown Eyed Handsome Man
- Wishing
About The Record:
20 Golden Hits by Buddy Holly, a timeless compilation, gathers twenty of the rock 'n' roll pioneer's most enduring and influential tracks, showcasing his innovative style that blended rockabilly, pop, and heartfelt songwriting. This collection highlights Buddy Holly's lasting legacy as one of the key architects of early rock music, with songs that have inspired generations of artists despite his tragically short career. Among the standout and fan-favorite tracks are classics like That'll Be the Day, Peggy Sue, Everyday, Not Fade Away, Oh Boy!, and Rave On, many of which remain beloved for their catchy melodies and energetic performances. A unique aspect is its role in revitalizing interest in Holly's music posthumously, featuring both solo efforts and collaborations with the Crickets. The album itself proved a major commercial success, particularly in the UK where it reached No. 1 and achieved platinum certification, marking it as a significant chart-topping release in his discography.