Don McLean: A Groovy American Pop Culture Legend In His Own Time

By | December 10, 2018

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Don McLean AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - American musician Don McLean performs live on stage at the Grand Gala in Amsterdam, Netherlands on 15th February 1974. (Photo By Michael Putland/Getty Images)

Singer, songwriter, Don McLean is without a doubt one of America's most iconic pop culture icons of the groovy era and beyond. He made his debut on the music charts back in 1971 and since that time, has been a musical marvel, entertaining fans going on 50 years now. Throughout his epic career which is still playing out (pun intended), he has given the music world so many classic hits that will live on long after he is gone.

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Don McLean/American Pie (toomanyblogs.co.uk)

Don McLean is probably best known for his classic hit song, American Pie.

American Pie is arguably one of the greatest claims to fame of McLean’s music career. In addition to this fan favorite, also on the short list is, Vincent (Starry Starry Night), Castles In The Air, And I Love You So and Crying. McLean’s singing and songwriting talent have always made it difficult to have just one favorite.

Don McLean began his music career in 1969 being widely known for his folk style music but fans of all genres adored him!

Below is a quote testifying to McLean’s iconic talent:

“A sprawling rumination on counter-culture’s impact on the American dream. One-by-one, the largely baby boomer audience sprung up like popping corn, singing every word and confirming American Pie as their Hey Jude or Wonderwall.”

– James Hall, The Telegraph