This is the posthumous debut album from Ritchie Valens, released following his tragic death in a plane crash. It features many of his most iconic hits that defined his brief but impactful career.
- The album was released in March 1959, seven weeks after Valens' death on February 3, 1959. It reached number 15 on the Billboard Top Albums chart. The album includes Valens' signature songs "Donna" and "La Bamba".
- This was Ritchie Valens' only studio album released during his lifetime. It was produced by Bob Keane.
- The album was released on Tsk Music, a label founded by Keane. It was a critical and commercial success, solidifying Valens' legacy.
Ritchie Valens was a Chicano rock and roll pioneer from California. He is best known for his influential contributions to early rock music and his electrifying live performances.
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