Classic rock music has produced few songs as layered, mysterious, and intertextual as Don McLean’s “American Pie.” The tune took many years to complete. McLean explained why it took so long ...

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

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

While Taylor Swift relaxes after finishing up her record-breaking Eras Tour, many fans are excitedly waiting for her next ...

Don McLean praised Taylor Swift's 'level of excellence' while speaking exclusively to PEOPLE at the 32nd Annual Movieguide ...

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

Nearly 70 years ago, musicians Buddy Holly, J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson and Ritchie Valens were killed in a plane crash ...

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

South Korean President Yoon sang verses of “American Pie” by Don McLean at the White House on Wednesday. Photo: Susan Walsh/Associated Press Home Browse Series Live Q&A WSJ Events From ...

Don McLean scored two UK Official Singles Chart Number 1s with Vincent in 1972 and Crying in 1980, but his best known song American Pie, became a hit on two occasions in 1972 and in 1991.

Don McLean applauded Taylor Swift for her influence and dedication for music.In conversation with the People Magazine at the ...