Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party by Canale, Tommy
Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party by Canale, Tommy

Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party

If you could travel back to the 1950s with Doc Brown and Marty from Back to the...
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Author: Tommy Canale
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Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party by Canale, Tommy

Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party

$48.13
Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party by Canale, Tommy

Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party

$48.13
Author: Tommy Canale
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description

If you could travel back to the 1950s with Doc Brown and Marty from Back to the Future, you'd find a simpler, more innocent time. At gas stations, attendants greeted you by name, pumped your gas, checked your oil, and cleaned your windshield-a full-service experience often taken for granted. Teens were happy and energetic, and artists sang with enthusiasm, delivering carefree lyrics like "Why do birds sing so gay?" without concern for misunderstanding.

February 3, 1959, marked a tragic day in rock and roll history with the deaths of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper in a plane crash after performing at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA. These artists significantly shaped the genre: a DJ-turned-musician known for his comedic style, a hit from "La Bamba," and the iconic headliner recognized by his signature glasses.

This book explores the 1959 Winter Dance Party, the Surf Ballroom, and the impact of that fateful flight. It shares stories from witnesses and reflects on the profound loss felt by the teenage generation, whose legacy endures 65 years later. As Buddy Holly said, the sounds and memories of the '50s will not fade away.



Author: Tommy Canale
Publisher: Tommy Canale
Published: 07/27/2025
Pages: 170
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.63d
ISBN: 9798218999728

About the Author
Canale, Tommy: - Tommy Canale carries a vast background as an on-air radio personality while owning a mobile disc jockey business for over fifteen years and most recently hosting his Before the Lights podcast. Tommy's guests included professional athletes, musicians, actors, and former members of organized crime families.As a cancer survivor who was given a 3% chance to survive his inspirational story captivates audiences across the country as he inspires people to go inspire others. After this battle, Tommy was at the helm of the Illinois Valley Community College men's basketball team along with serving as the school's athletic director which segway to becoming the National Scout Director for RecruitLook since 2014.Tommy has long been known for his creative mind and in 2023 he wrote, developed, and put into place Stardust Trivia. A game where no TEAM is out of the running as everything is on the line for one final question! He has filled restaurants, bars, private parties and organization team builders. It's more than trivia, It's an EXPERIENCE!. He resides in Las Vegas, NV and is a Streator, IL native.
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