Don McLean wrote ‘American Pie’ because ... “American Pie” appeared on the album of the same title. The album American Pie reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for seven weeks, lasting ...

Ritchie Valens' sister sends a message to songwriter Don McLean describing how she really felt about his folk-rock anthem "American Pie." ...

"American Pie" singer Don McLean has some strong opinions about modern music as he marks the 66th anniversary of "The Day the Music Died." ...

On this day in 1959, Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, and The Big Bopper tragically gave Don McLean the inspiration for "American Pie." ...

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You can check out "The Day the Music Died" on Paramount+ now and to listen to Don's latest Christmas album "Christmas Memories ... which would put American troops in a dramatic new role, not ...

Don McLean does not want a slice of "American Pie" if it comes topped with "woke bullsh–" - something he spoke at length ...

Don McLean and Connie Valens tell PEOPLE about their unique experiences on 'The Day the Music Died,' when Buddy Holly, ...

Don McLean recorded his first album Tapestry in 1969 in Berkeley ... by United Artists who did the business on his follow-up American Pie. Don McLean scored two UK Official Singles Chart Number ...

Don McLean is all too aware how cruel the music industry can be, he has one major regret from early in his career that he still regrets to this day.

Don McLean, who has always spoken highly of Taylor Swift, praised her level of excellence during an interview at the 32nd ...