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The show that never happened…

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Because after this gig, 67 years ago today…
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…the plane went down. Holly’s bassist in that moment, Waylon Jennings, gave up his seat to Buddy, a decision that haunted him the rest of his life.
After offering up his seat Waylon joked w/ Buddy saying I hope the plane crashes. While they were good friends who could tease each other I'd hate that hanging over my head the rest of my life.