Fifty-five years after its release, Don McLean’s “American Pie” continues to shape American music and culture, and its legacy ...

McLean included the song on his album, American Pie, which he released in October 1971. A month later, he released the eight-and-a-half-minute-long song as a single. Despite its unconventional length, ...

Grammy Hall of Fame member Don McLean celebrates the 55th anniversary of his song ‘American Pie’ on ‘Fox News @ Night.’ ...

Don McLean scored more than a hit when he composed “American Pie,” the tune he released as a single in 1971. He also created an iconic cut that has continued to resonate with the public some 55 years ...

Ahead of his Palm Springs show, the “American Pie” songwriter reflects on six decades of music, creative independence and why ...