Don McLean News

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic songs and album ever this year, McLean will entertain fans across the continent throughout nearly 30 cities from Honolulu to Toronto and everything in between, proving that “bye-bye, Miss American Pie” will forever remain a classic staple in American music.

Don McLean’s “American Pie,” has been replaced by Taylor Swift’s “All Too Well,” as the longest #1 hit of all time. McLean will appear on The Colbert Show tonight to talk about the 50th Anniversary of the song. Watch Taylor Swift's 'All Too Well' short film starring Sadie Sink and Dylan O'Brien now!

As tragic as the backstory behind the song 'American Pie' is with the much too early death of the new rock’n’roll-hope Buddy Holly, the track is also magnificent and legendary. The eight-and-a-half-minute ballad “American Pie” has been making history since its release in 1971. Check out McLean's new tour dates now!

David Harbour has revealed it was his suggestion for Don McLean’s “American Pie,” to be included as a pivotal moment throughout the new motion picture.

To commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of one of the top songs of the twentieth century, “American Pie,” this new children’s book weave’s themes from the iconic song with experiences from Don’s early life and, in true 'American Pie' form, offers meaningful elements open to interpretation.

Singer-songwriter and pianist Elio Pacewill tour his award-winning show The Billy Joel Songbook this autumn. This live show celebrating the music of Billy Joel will visit towns and cities across England and Wales from September 24.

The New Media Film Festival is the first event of its kind in the world to accept non-fungible tokens in competition. During its 12th annual event on June 2-3, 2021, the winner will be announced and then purchased live during the awards ceremony.

McLean is also featured this week by People.com where he shared not only his experience with Elvis Presley recording “And I Love You So,” but also how the world needs good music which helps keep everyone grounded during these trying times.

Eric Avery, the composer for SHOW ME WHAT YOU GOT, is Tom Needham's exclusive guest on this Thursday's SOUNDS OF FILM. Eric Avery is most known for his work with Janes Addiction, Garbage, Nine Inch Nails, Polar Bear and Alanis Morissette.

WOODSTOCK legend, Melanie, and 48 LAWS OF POWER author, Robert Greene, are Tom Needham's special guests on THE SOUNDS OF FILM.

THE SONG – Recorded Live @ TGL Farms nationally syndicated hit TV series is back for another exciting season with music’s most iconic artists performing legendary songs in some of the most scenic locations of America.

THE SONG – Recorded Live @ TGL Farms nationally syndicated hit TV series is back for another exciting season with music’s most iconic artists performing legendary songs in some of the most scenic locations of America.

THE SONG – Recorded Live @ TGL Farms nationally syndicated hit TV series is back for another exciting season with music’s most iconic artists performing legendary songs in some of the most scenic locations of America.

Legendary singer/songwriter Don McLean released his iconic album American Pie in 1971, and now 50 years later will perform at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, on “The Day The Music Died,” February 3, 2021.

Alan Dershowitz, acclaimed civil liberties lawyer/bestselling author, Todd Kwait and Rob Stegman, the co producers/directors of TRUTH IS THE ONLY CLIENT: THE OFFICIAL INVESTIGATION OF THE MURDER OF JOHN F. KENNEDY, and Bret Weinstein, a biologist/evolutionary theorist, are Tom Needham's special guests this Thursday on THE SOUNDS OF FILM.

Colin Hanks, Diane Guerrero, and Nelly  have joined the cast of 'Clear Lake,' an upcoming Buddy Holly biopic, 

Don McLean pays homage to American music with his new covers album, Still Playin’ Favorites, released today through Time Life.

Ruairi O'Connor has joined the cast of 'Clear Lake,' an upcoming Buddy Holly biopic, in the leading role.

INHERENT GOOD producer Trae Crowder, WE ARE MANY director Amir Amiriani, and MIRACLE FISHING director Mikes Hargrove join Tom Needham on Thursday's THE SOUNDS OF FILM.

On Monday, September 28 at 5pm ET / 4pm CT McLean will take the stage and perform his classic hits and fan favorites such as 'Botanical Gardens,' 'And I Love You So,' 'Greenback Dollar,' 'American Pie,' 'Vincent (Starry, Starry Night),' and more.