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Richie had a fantastic Labor Day weekend at Arnold's Park, at the Iowa Rock 'n Roll IRRMA concert.
Saturday night Richie played along
with, Mario Ramirez (Ritchie Valens’ brother) and his Backyard Blues
Band from California
and with James Freeman, who is an original member
of The Five Satins.
Sunday night he was asked to play the original Johnny Cash guitar that is on display in the museum there.
He played "Burning Ring of Fire"
by himself on stage during the concert of the 10 inductee bands.
"Buddy's spirit is living on through Richie 50 years later!"
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Dion & the
Belmonts photo was taken in the same place in 1959
New Year's Eve
at the KATO Ballroom in Mankato, MN
Waseca Club 57
Well it's official Ritchie Valens is a new member of the
Iowa Rock and Roll Music Association Hall of Fame.
The Family had a great time 10 members of Ritchie's family attended
as Ritchie was inducted.
Let us not forget Ritchie Lee who performed as Ritchie during the
induction what do they have in common
1. their names (Ritchie / Richie)
2. they are both 17
3. they are both mega talented with voice and guitar. Thank you
Ritchie both of you.
The Valens family...
Last updated 01/23/10
