McLean included the song on his album, American Pie, which he released in October 1971. A month later, he released the ...

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

On Feb. 3, 1959, Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. 'The Big Bopper' Richardson died in a plane crash near Clear Lake, ...

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

Supporters say this landmark celebrates McLean's enduring impact on music and his connection to the historic venue.

Singer-songwriter Don McLean launched a seven-week run atop the U.S. albums chart with 'American Pie' on Jan. 22, 1972.

Defying radio standards, an 8-minute, 42-second single filled with social, political and cultural undertones topped the ...

The Surf Ballroom & Museum will honor Don McLean with a life-size bronze statue in 2027, marking the 55th anniversary of his iconic song "American Pie." ...

The inside story of an evergreen hit: "It's a death song, really..." The post The Making Of… Don McLean’s “American Pie” appeared first on UNCUT.

Later that year, Holly confided in Anka about wanting to leave the Crickets and change his musical direction. A fan of Anka’s ...

THE legendary Don McLean’s chart-topping song “American Pie” continues to resonate with listeners around the world not merely because of its folksy tune but due to its haunting rendition on loss, ...

In 1972, a song turned one of the greatest tragedies in the music business into a No. 1 hit, capturing the essence of loss into an 8-minute masterpiece. “American Pie” by Don McLean topped the charts ...