Born out of a conversation with Roger Daltrey, who first conceived the idea of Words of Love back in 2017, this is the definitive celebration of musician, songwriter and rock and roll trailblazer, Buddy Holly. In partnership with Maria Elena Holly and the Buddy Holly Educational Foundation, this seminal volume covers Buddy's life, music and enduring legacy, offering an unseen perspective on the man behind the timeless music. The book is narrated by over 80 of the world's most influential musicians, such as David Gilmour, Emmylou Harris, Robert Plant, Bruce Springsteen, Pete Townshend and Brian Wilson, explaining what Buddy Holly means to them. Words of Love unravels the complexities of Holly's enduring legacy, from his Texan roots to his work in the studio and on tour with the Crickets, to his inner creative world and the final months of innovation in New York City that preceded his tragic death. The book includes a forewords by Maria Elena Holly and Paul McCartney, and afterword by Roger Daltry and Pete Townshend. Buddy Holly: Words of Love charts the unusual rise of a musical pioneer who defied conventions and changed the course of music history. Buddy's career is presented through a large collection of never-before-seen photography and personal items belonging to Buddy Holly, accompanied by the stories of those close to him, including Maria Elena Holly.

• Format: Hardback
• Publication Date: 08/07/2025
• Publisher: Genesis Publications
• Illustrations: Illustrations
• Country of Origin: United Kingdom
• Pages: 408