Bobby Vee, born Robert Thomas Velline on April 30, 1943, in Fargo, North Dakota, was an American pop singer who gained fame in the early 1960s. Vee's career was serendipitously kickstarted at the age of 15 when he was thrust into the spotlight following the tragic plane crash that killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper in 1959. Vee and his impromptu band, The Shadows, filled in for Holly at a scheduled concert in Moorhead, Minnesota, making a lasting impression.

As his career flourished, Vee became known for his smooth voice and clean-cut image, charting numerous hits like "Take Good Care of My Baby," "Devil or Angel," and "The Night Has A Thousand Eyes." He had a natural ability to capture the essence of the teen pop sound of his era. Over the years, Vee released several tributes to Buddy Holly and also collaborated with well-known groups such as The Ventures, as evidenced by albums like "Bobby Vee Meets The Ventures." His dedication to his craft and his ability to evoke emotion through music earned him a place in the hearts of fans worldwide. Though his popularity waned with the arrival of the British Invasion, Vee's music remained influential, and he continued to perform and record, including live albums like "Live! On Tour," showcasing his enduring talent. Bobby Vee passed away on October 24, 2016, but his music continues to be celebrated by fans and historians of the pop rock genre.

Genres

Adult Standards

Brill Building Pop

Doo-wop

Rock-and-roll

Rockabilly

Related Artists

Ricky Nelson

Buddy Holly

Paul Anka

The Everly Brothers

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Del Shannon

Ritchie Valens

Neil Sedaka

Connie Francis

The Crickets

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Latest Release

Spring Break Reunion: Surf's Up'- Live (Buddy Holly Medley; Rubber Ball; The Night Has A 1,000 Eyes)

Bobby Vee

Single - Released April 28, 2023