Today Is the Anniversary of the Day the Music Died [VIDEO]

It was on this day back in 1959 that a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa took the lives of Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper and Buddy Holly while Waylon Jennings, who was in Buddy's band, gave up his seat on this ill-fated flight. So much talent was taken from us way too soon. Today is referred to as "The Day the Music Died." Don McLean recorded the classic "American Pie" to pay tribute so it's only fitting that we give that one a listen today. Take a few minutes to take in this 1972 iconic hit.