The one and only Don McLean joins the program to talk about one of the most well-known songs in the nation's musical history--"American Pie." During part of the conversation, McLean touches on the event that, just two days ago (February 3) in 1959, inspired a rather large slice (or perhaps slab) of American Pie: the passing of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. Richarson (aka "The Big Bopper") in a plane crash in Iowa.

2021 marks the 50-year anniversary of American Pie, with multiple events planned including the release of an official documentary later this year.

Also featured on today's show leading up to McLean's appearance: interviews with Dave Clark (Dave Clark 5), Mike Love (Beach Boys), and Dionne Warwick.

[Don McLean photo credit: Jeremy Westby/Time Life]

The one and only Don McLean joins the program to talk about one of the most well-known songs in the nation's musical history--"American Pie." During part of the conversation, McLean touches on the event that, just two days ago (February 3) in 1959, inspired a rather large slice (or perhaps slab) of American Pie: the passing of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. Richarson (aka "The Big Bopper") in a plane crash in Iowa. 2021 marks the 50-year anniversary of American Pie, with multiple events planned including the release of an official documentary later this year.
Also featured on today's show leading up to McLean's appearance: interviews with Dave Clark (Dave Clark 5), Mike Love (Beach Boys), and Dionne Warwick.
[Don McLean photo credit: Jeremy Westby/Time Life]

From the legendary WFIL studios in Philadelphia, The Tim DeMoss Show welcomes church and community leaders, artists, athletes, noted musicians and authors. Yes, it's a Philly thing but all are welcomed.

From the legendary WFIL studios in Philadelphia, The Tim DeMoss Show welcomes church and community leaders, artists, athletes, noted musicians and authors. Yes, it's a Philly thing but all are welcomed.

From the legendary WFIL studios in Philadelphia, the Tim DeMoss Show welcomes church and community leaders, artists, athletes, noted musicians and authors. Yes, it's a Philly thing but all are welcomed.

The Tim DeMoss Show Podcast

The Tim DeMoss Show aims to walk alongside believers in Jesus as they continue on their journey with Him while building bridges with those who have not yet believed, encouraging them to consider Him and put their trust in Him. Interviews with church and community leaders…artists, athletes and authors…local and national. Timely information. Weather. Sports. Contests too.

The Tim DeMoss Show aims to walk alongside believers in Jesus as they continue on their journey with Him while building bridges with those who have not yet believed, encouraging them to consider Him and put their trust in Him. Interviews with church and community leaders&hellip;artists, athletes and authors&hellip;local and national. Timely information. Weather. Sports. Contests too.

The Tim DeMoss Show

Don McLean joins the show to discuss American Pie on its 50-year anniversary

Advertisement