The New York Times

Why ‘La Bamba’ became the Oilers anthem, played after every win this season

To dance the Bamba, one needs a bit of grace. That is an English translation of one of the lyrics from “La Bamba.” It was a Mexican folk song Richard Steven Valenzuela learned from his cousin. By 1958 ...
NPR

Through Slavery, Segregation And More, 'La Bamba' Has Been The Sound Of Survival

This story is part of American Anthem, a yearlong series on songs that rouse, unite, celebrate and call to action. Find more at NPR.org/Anthem. Sixty years ago this ...
Rolling Stone

‘La Bamba’ Remake Will Retell the Story of Singer Ritchie Valens

The 1987 musical biopic La Bamba chronicled the life and career of Mexican-American rock pioneer Ritchie Valens. Now, according to Variety, a remake of the film is in the works. Lou Diamond Phillips ...