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"It was the requiem for the kind of life that we all had dreamed would be in the sixties": More than half a century on, a folk-rock anthem about the souring of the American Dream continues to confound and inspire

The story of the song about America that's been a global hit for two different musicians

Louder

Hugh Cutting/ Refound review – countertenor’s darkly compelling recital is an imaginative treat

Cutting’s programme of songs and music were all connected to the theme of night, in an evening that felt more cabaret than concert

The Guardian - UK

From Max levitating via Kate Bush to Eddie Munson shredding Metallica, a guide to the very best Stranger Things needle drops

As we head towards the grand finale, here are the coolest, the funniest and the most emotional needle drops from Stranger Things so far

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Street lamps aren’t the only form of artificial light pollution – here’s how to create darker nights

Without a view of the stars at night, Don McLean would never have been able to write Vincent and Vincent van Gogh would not have painted Starry Night. Viewing a sky full of stars is part of what makes us human. The light from stars has travelled thousands of miles…

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These 7 One-Hit Wonders Still Make Bank Every Year

It’s easy to miss a one‑hit wonder after their song climbs today’s charts, but those catchy tunes often keep generating serious cash long after the artist disappears from the spotlight. These iconic tracks transform into evergreen revenue machines, earning millions in streaming, placement, and nostalgia marketing. Whether it’s a seasonal…

Plunged in Debt

‘It ain’t over till one of us is gone’: the pop stars who refuse to bury the hatchet

Madonna and Elton John thawed their frosty relationship this week – but from Mariah and J-Lo to David Gilmour and Roger Waters, plenty more are still at loggerheads

The Guardian - UK

Roberta Flack exposed Killing Me Softly With His Song to the world – songwriter

The soul singer has died at the age of 88.

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“I don't really mind if people mishear lyrics or misunderstand what the story is, I think you have to let go of that when you send it out in the world”: Are all interpretations of songs correct? Kate Bush certainly thinks so

It’s easy to get precious about the true meaning of our creative endeavours, but how much authority do songwriters really have to own the definitive reading of their work?

MusicRadar

‘Given enough wine I could belt out I Will Survive’: Susie Dent’s honest playlist

The novelist and Countdown sage loves Roxy Music and a certain Gloria Gaynor anthem, but which pop lothario would she queue up for tickets to see?

The Guardian - UK

“We're in the middle of all this woke bullshit... there’s a constant flow of information and suddenly nothing makes much sense”: Don McLean on the world in 2024

Don McLean rages at the modern world and "woke bullshit"

MusicRadar

'I hope she stays happy': Music legend Don McLean worries for 'monster star' Taylor Swift's wellbeing

EXCLUSIVE The American Pie and Vincent hitmaker praised the singer-songwriter’s work ethics

Evening Standard

Lost papers, singing leaders and a not so little mermaid – take the Thursday quiz

Fifteen questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK

US-Korea summit: Joe Biden's 'American Pie' won't include stationing nuclear weapons on the peninsula

The rendition of Don McLean’s classic pop song American Pie by Yoon Suk Yeol may have dominated the headlines as the South Korean president enjoyed dinner at the White House with Joe Biden – Yoon is, reportedly, a devotee of “noraebang”, Korean karaoke. But the frivolity of the moment was…

The Conversation

South Korea's Yoon sings 'American Pie' at White House state dinner

It turns out South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol can sing.

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Newcastle Herald

Review: Don McLean's farewell tour - Bye bye Mr American Pie

Consummate storyteller mixes words and songs.

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Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival 2023 free concert lineup: Band of Horses, Hanson, The Fray, Don McLean

ATLANTA — Skyrocketing costs for big-name concerts has made the Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival an appealing option for budget-conscious music lovers.

Tribune News Service

VIEWPOINT 2: Holly paved the way to Beatlemania

For many people, the most notable date in February is Valentine’s Day. But for those familiar with the history of rock music, two others stand out: Feb. 3, 1959 — “the day the music died,” as Don McLean described it in his 1971 hit “American Pie” — and Feb. 9,…

Newcastle Herald

Don McLean baking up a piece of American Pie

LEGENDARY US singer-songwriter Don McLean will serve Newcastle a slice of his 50th anniversary American Pie Tour next April.

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame remembers its last inaugural inductee Jerry Lee Lewis

Lewis was part of the Hall of Fame’s first class in 1986, alongside other greats including Buddy Holly, James Brown and Elvis Presley.

Dublin Live

American Pie singer Don McLean steps out with model girlfriend Paris Dylan ahead of 3Arena gig

The couple were spotted cosying up together ahead of his American Pie gig in the 3Arena

Irish Mirror

Don McLean recalls meeting with Gay Byrne on Late Late Show and odd observation about RTE host

“He reminded me of one of the Irish Christian Brothers I had at school.”

MusicRadar

The 40 best acoustic guitar songs of all time

Electricity? Overrated… The finest acoustic-powered tracks in history

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: unprecedented wildfires hit Alaska and Europe suffers record heat

State on track to break 2004 record of 6.5m acres destroyed while Europe braces for more extreme heat. Plus, the truth behind American Pie

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Don McLean Looks Back at His Masterpiece, ‘American Pie’

Don McLean has listened for decades as people belted out his classic song “American Pie” at last call or at karaoke — and applauds you for the effort. “I’ve heard whole bars burst into this song when I’ve been across the room,” McLean tells The Associated Press from a tour…

The Guardian - US

‘I said, Don, it’s time for you to reveal’: 50 years later, the truth behind American Pie

In an expansive new documentary, Don McLean talks about the much-discussed meaning of his enduring hit song

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