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Buddy Holly: The Legend Lives On

Chris Charlesworth, Melody Maker, 11 September 1975

"DEAR BUDDY, I have several records of yours and my favourite is 'Oh Boy'. Please send me a picture with your autograph." With the constant re-packaging of his records it's hardly surprising that letters such as this have turned up at Buddy Holly's record company and fan clubs over the years since his death.

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