Original Rolling Stone magazine dated September 21st 1978, featuring Buddy Holly on the front cover. The striking portrait reflects the enduring cultural impact of one of rock and roll’s most influential figures, presented during a period when his legacy was being re-examined for a new generation.

The lead feature Buddy Holly The Gary Busey Story by Ben Fong-Torres explores the then-recent film portrayal of Holly, separating fact from fiction and analysing how Hollywood reshaped his story. A companion piece The Truth and the Movie by Chet Flippo further examines the accuracy and myth-making surrounding Holly’s life and death.

Additional major articles include Children’s Revolution Bloodbath in Ethiopia by Donald R Katz, providing serious international reportage, and B Kliban Terrors of the Universe and Other Cartoons by Charles M Young, showcasing the magazine’s distinctive illustrated satire. The issue also features Love in Vain Dylan and the Stones in the Seventies by Jann S Wenner, reflecting on the artistic intersections of Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones during the decade.

This edition is a strong example of late seventies Rolling Stone journalism, balancing music history, film analysis, political reporting, and cultural commentary. Highly desirable for Buddy Holly collectors, classic rock historians, and Rolling Stone cover collectors.

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