Don McLean
Birth Place: New Rochelle, NY, USA
Latest News on Don McLean:
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE Heads To UK Before Returning To Toronto At CAA Theatre (Feb 27, 2026)
13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL Will Make North American Premiere in Toronto (Feb 10, 2026)
CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA North American Tour Set For Spring 2026 (Nov 22, 2025)
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE Heads To UK Before Returning To Toronto At CAA Theatre (Feb 27, 2026)
13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL Will Make North American Premiere in Toronto (Feb 10, 2026)
CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA North American Tour Set For Spring 2026 (Nov 22, 2025)
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Don McLean is an American singer-songwriter, best known for his 1971 hit song "American Pie"
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VIDEO: Kelly Clarkson Performs Tribute to Don McLean with Performance of 'Vincent (Starry, Starry Night)'
by Marissa Tomeo - 2022-04-05 20:27:14
STAGE TUBE: LOST Gets Musical Treatment in WE HAVE TO GO BACK Parody Show
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-09-26 11:35:39
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INSIDE AMERICAN PIE Heads To UK Before Returning To Toronto At CAA Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE will premiere in the UK at Curve in Leicester before returning to Toronto’s CAA Theatre April 14–May 3, 2026. The Harmony House docu-concert explores Don McLean’s “American Pie” and 1960s American culture through live performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE will premiere in the UK at Curve in Leicester before returning to Toronto’s CAA Theatre April 14–May 3, 2026. The Harmony House docu-concert explores Don McLean’s “American Pie” and 1960s American culture through live performance.
13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL Will Make North American Premiere in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026
The 2026/27 Operation Mirvish Theatre Season has been announced at the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto, including the North American premiere of 13 Going on 30 - The Musical. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026
The 2026/27 Operation Mirvish Theatre Season has been announced at the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto, including the North American premiere of 13 Going on 30 - The Musical. Learn more here!
CELTIC WOMAN " A NEW ERA North American Tour Set For Spring 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
Celtic Woman will return to North America in spring 2026 with a new tour, CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA, launching March 4 in Providence, Rhode Island. The production will feature vocalists Mairéad Carlin, Muirgen O'Mahony, Ciara Ní Mhurchú, and Caitríona Sherlock.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
Celtic Woman will return to North America in spring 2026 with a new tour, CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA, launching March 4 in Providence, Rhode Island. The production will feature vocalists Mairéad Carlin, Muirgen O'Mahony, Ciara Ní Mhurchú, and Caitríona Sherlock.
Celtic Woman Returning to North America in Spring 2026 with New Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025
The GRAMMY-nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman, the all-female Irish group, is set to return to North America for their brand-new tour, CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025
The GRAMMY-nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman, the all-female Irish group, is set to return to North America for their brand-new tour, CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA.
Don McLean To Perform At The King Center In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2025
Grammy honoree and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Don McLean will perform a central Florida exclusive concert at the King Center for the Performing Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2025
Grammy honoree and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Don McLean will perform a central Florida exclusive concert at the King Center for the Performing Arts.
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN And More Set for Curve Leicester's 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2025
Leicester’s Curve Theatre has announced a slate of new Made at Curve productions and co-productions for 2025 and 2026, featuring a major Kander and Ebb revival, a rehearsed reading of an American classic, and a UK premiere of a hit Canadian docu-concert.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2025
Leicester’s Curve Theatre has announced a slate of new Made at Curve productions and co-productions for 2025 and 2026, featuring a major Kander and Ebb revival, a rehearsed reading of an American classic, and a UK premiere of a hit Canadian docu-concert.
Review: INSIDE AMERICAN PIE at CAA Theatre
by Samantha Wu - Mar 18, 2025
From Harmony House in Hunter River, PEI, Mike Ross and a troupe of island musicians bring the story behind Don McLean's iconic song 'American Pie'. Presented as a docu-concert, Mike along with Brielle Ansems, Greg Gale. Alicia Toner, and Kirk White takes the song verse by verse in order to deep dive into this slice of American music history.
by Samantha Wu - Mar 18, 2025
From Harmony House in Hunter River, PEI, Mike Ross and a troupe of island musicians bring the story behind Don McLean's iconic song 'American Pie'. Presented as a docu-concert, Mike along with Brielle Ansems, Greg Gale. Alicia Toner, and Kirk White takes the song verse by verse in order to deep dive into this slice of American music history.
THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOK to Launch 2025 Tour in England, Scotland and Wales
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024
Following sold out tours across the UK and Europe, celebrated singer-songwriter and pianist Elio Pace and his band are returning with the sensational award-winning show The Billy Joel Songbook. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024
Following sold out tours across the UK and Europe, celebrated singer-songwriter and pianist Elio Pace and his band are returning with the sensational award-winning show The Billy Joel Songbook. Learn how to purchase tickets.
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE Comes to Toronto's CAA Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2024
Direct from Harmony House in Hunter River, PEI, Mike Ross and a band of Island musicians — Brielle Ansems, Greg Gale, Alicia Toner and Kirk White — unlock the mysteries behind this classic song in a concert experience.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2024
Direct from Harmony House in Hunter River, PEI, Mike Ross and a band of Island musicians — Brielle Ansems, Greg Gale, Alicia Toner and Kirk White — unlock the mysteries behind this classic song in a concert experience.
Feature: October Monthly Musical Birthday Tribute " It's a Quiz!
by Rob Lester - Oct 1, 2024
What star turned down CABARET? What two cabaret stars were born on Halloween? What cabaret club was named for a character in a musical? What Broadway lyricist turns 100 this month? Take the multiple-choice quiz and see what you know (or might guess correctly) about so many talented folks ALL born in October.
by Rob Lester - Oct 1, 2024
What star turned down CABARET? What two cabaret stars were born on Halloween? What cabaret club was named for a character in a musical? What Broadway lyricist turns 100 this month? Take the multiple-choice quiz and see what you know (or might guess correctly) about so many talented folks ALL born in October.
Diana Panton to Release 11th Album 'soft winds and roses'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2024
Diana Panton has announced the October 25 release of her eleventh album, soft winds and roses. A departure from Diana Panton’s more recent albums, soft winds and roses features modern classics composed from the 1960s onward, including songs by Lennon and McCartney, Burt Bacharach, Gordon Lightfoot, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2024
Diana Panton has announced the October 25 release of her eleventh album, soft winds and roses. A departure from Diana Panton’s more recent albums, soft winds and roses features modern classics composed from the 1960s onward, including songs by Lennon and McCartney, Burt Bacharach, Gordon Lightfoot, and more.
Review: The Groovy Sounds of the 60's and 70's Resound at 54 Below
by Sharon Ellman - Sep 5, 2024
This reviewer was thrilled with Carole J. Bufford's groovy and fabulous trip back through the years! If only the walls could talk they would tell of all they heard on this cool evening of September 4, 2024 at the famed 54 Below. Bufford joyously took the audience on a trip down memory lane with her show, Come Together - When the 60’s Met the 70’s.
by Sharon Ellman - Sep 5, 2024
This reviewer was thrilled with Carole J. Bufford's groovy and fabulous trip back through the years! If only the walls could talk they would tell of all they heard on this cool evening of September 4, 2024 at the famed 54 Below. Bufford joyously took the audience on a trip down memory lane with her show, Come Together - When the 60’s Met the 70’s.
Don McLean Releases New 'American Boys' Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2024
Don McLean, GRAMMY winner, Songwriter Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, and Music City Walk of Fame honoree, is proud to celebrate the release of his latest album ‘American Boys’ an ode to the originators of modern rock ‘n roll. Listen to the album now!
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2024
Don McLean, GRAMMY winner, Songwriter Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, and Music City Walk of Fame honoree, is proud to celebrate the release of his latest album ‘American Boys’ an ode to the originators of modern rock ‘n roll. Listen to the album now!
Home Free Team With All-American Icon Don McLean for Reimagined 'Vincent'
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2024
Country’s only all-vocal band, Home Free, teams with an all-American legend, offering a masterful new take on the Don McLean classic, “Vincent.” Home Free remake the track in their signature harmony blend, adding a rich sonic texture to match the song’s inspiration. An official music video is also out now and features McLean, as the collaborators pay homage to impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh and world-famous artwork like The Starry Night. Watch the video here!
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2024
Country’s only all-vocal band, Home Free, teams with an all-American legend, offering a masterful new take on the Don McLean classic, “Vincent.” Home Free remake the track in their signature harmony blend, adding a rich sonic texture to match the song’s inspiration. An official music video is also out now and features McLean, as the collaborators pay homage to impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh and world-famous artwork like The Starry Night. Watch the video here!
Don McLean Drops Latest Single 'The Gypsy Road' From Forthcoming 'American Boys' Album
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024
The Gypsy Road, the latest single from Grammy-award honoree Don McLean, is available to stream now. The album is available for pre-order, along with “The Gypsy Road” and the title track, which features Home Free. Paying tribute to his rock and roll heroes, McLean's new single honors those who paved the way. With thirteen tracks, American Boys is exactly what every Don McLean fan has been waiting for. Listen to the song here!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024
The Gypsy Road, the latest single from Grammy-award honoree Don McLean, is available to stream now. The album is available for pre-order, along with “The Gypsy Road” and the title track, which features Home Free. Paying tribute to his rock and roll heroes, McLean's new single honors those who paved the way. With thirteen tracks, American Boys is exactly what every Don McLean fan has been waiting for. Listen to the song here!
Review: AN EVENING WITH ARI AXELROD Presents a Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man at Birdland
by Ricky Pope - Feb 1, 2024
If you were asked to describe yourself in 14 songs, what would they be? That is the challenge that singer Ari Axelrod set for himself in his show which opened at Birdland last night entitled simply enough, AN EVENING WITH ARI AXELROD. What emerged from that question is a portrait of an artist who is intelligent, sensitive, somewhat anxious, and remarkably contemplative for someone just on the cusp of 30.
by Ricky Pope - Feb 1, 2024
If you were asked to describe yourself in 14 songs, what would they be? That is the challenge that singer Ari Axelrod set for himself in his show which opened at Birdland last night entitled simply enough, AN EVENING WITH ARI AXELROD. What emerged from that question is a portrait of an artist who is intelligent, sensitive, somewhat anxious, and remarkably contemplative for someone just on the cusp of 30.
Nana Mouskouri To Return To Massey Hall in May 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2023
Greek legend Nana Mouskouri has played the Massey Hall stage over 25 times throughout her career, and she returns on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2023
Greek legend Nana Mouskouri has played the Massey Hall stage over 25 times throughout her career, and she returns on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
Berkshire Theatre Group Unveils Winter/Spring 2024 Season Featuring National Acts, Regional Bands & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023
Berkshire Theatre Group has revealed the 2024 winter and spring season at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023
Berkshire Theatre Group has revealed the 2024 winter and spring season at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield.
Laguna Playhouse to Celebrate The Holidays With A CINDERELLA CHRISTMAS, The Skivvies & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2023
Get into the holiday spirit with Laguna Playhouse's lineup of festive shows including 'A Cinderella Christmas,' The Skivvies, Sister's Christmas Catechism, and 'A Groovy New Year's Eve.'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2023
Get into the holiday spirit with Laguna Playhouse's lineup of festive shows including 'A Cinderella Christmas,' The Skivvies, Sister's Christmas Catechism, and 'A Groovy New Year's Eve.'
Don McLean Releases Remastered 'Jerusalem'
by Michael Major - Nov 13, 2023
Friday, November 13, legendary singer-songwriter Don McLean released a remastered version of his iconic song 'Jerusalem.' This timeless track is now available for streaming and download on various platforms, with all proceeds generously earmarked for the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (@JDC) during these challenging times.
by Michael Major - Nov 13, 2023
Friday, November 13, legendary singer-songwriter Don McLean released a remastered version of his iconic song 'Jerusalem.' This timeless track is now available for streaming and download on various platforms, with all proceeds generously earmarked for the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (@JDC) during these challenging times.
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