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

The soul singer has died at the age of 88.

Evening Standard

“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?

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“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…

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

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

Reuters

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

Consummate storyteller mixes words and songs.

Newcastle Herald

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,…

Tribune News Service

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.

Newcastle Herald

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.

The Independent UK

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

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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.”

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

Asharq Al-Awsat

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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The Independent UK

Don McLean looks back at his masterpiece, 'American Pie'

Fans of the iconic song “American Pie” have sometimes wondered about the lyrics they are singing loudly

Chicago Sun-Times

‘The Day The Music Died’: Don McLean shares his ‘American Pie’ recipe in thorough documentary

Paramount+ show focuses on not just the song’s origins but also the state of the nation at the time, and what those mysterious lyrics mean.

Tribune News Service

5 shows to watch: 'American Pie' documentary spotlights the role of Clear Lake, Iowa, in the day the music died

'The Day the Music Died'

Tribune News Service

TV Tinsel: Jim Greayer brings stories of Roman amphitheater to life in 'Colosseum'

When he was a little boy, British filmmaker Jim Greayer wanted to be a medieval knight. “Sometimes when my sisters just wanted to go to the beach or lie by the pool, we’d go off and visit a monastery on a hill, or something like that,” he says.

The New Daily

July streaming guide: Mad as Hell, Stranger Things and a doco about the day the music died

There is something for everyone in this month's July streaming guide, so jump onto ABC iview, Netflix, Stan, Paramount+, Stan and Disney+ ... and enjoy

The Independent UK

NRA benefit concert in Houston cancelled after performers quit, according to artist

Singer Jacob Bryant claimed the event is no longer taking place

WEKU

Caught in a storm of criticism and internal strife, the NRA meets in Houston

This isn't the first time the NRA has held its convention days after a nearby mass shooting. Some politicians and musicians are dropping out, and gun control advocates are preparing protests.

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