On this day June 30, 1987, the “La Bamba” soundtrack, featuring various artists, was released. The soundtrack quickly climbed the charts, reaching #1 on the US Billboard 200. Its popularity extended internationally, also hitting #1 in Canada and France. The album, filled with vibrant and nostalgic tracks, played a significant role in the success of the biographical film about Ritchie Valens and remains a beloved collection of music from the era.