About
Texas-born drummer most widely remembered as a member of the 50's rock band The Crickets and his collaborations with Buddy Holly. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. In 1958, he released a solo song called "Real Wild Child" that reached the Billboard Hot 100.
Before Fame
His first recording as a drummer was a single named "Who's Gonna Be the Next One Honey" with Hal Goodson and the Raiders.
Trivia
He also worked as a session who played on singles like The Everly Brothers' 1959 single "(Till) I Kissed You." He passed away from cancer at the age of 82.
Family Life
He married a woman named Peggy Sue.
Associated With
He co-wrote several of Buddy Holly's biggest hits, including "That'll Be the Day."
