Ritchie Valens
Rock Singer
About
Pioneer in the Chicano rock movement who released the single “La Bamba.” He tragically died in a historic plane crash, an event that was nicknamed The Day the Music Died.
Before Fame
He learned to play the guitar right-handed even though he was naturally left-handed.
Trivia
He died in the plane crash that also killed The Big Bopper and Buddy Holly.
Family Life
His mother was actress Connie Valenzuela.
Associated With
He influenced artists like Carlos Santana.
