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Don McLean

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Born 02 October 1945.

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Biography

Donald McLean, Jr. (born October 2, 1945, New Rochelle, New York) is an American singer-songwriter. He is most famous for the 1971 album American Pie, containing the renowned songs "American Pie" and "Vincent".

The McLean clan traces its roots to the Isle of Mull in the Scottish Hebrides. Both Don's grandfather and father were also named Donald McLean. The Buccis, the family of McLean's mother, Elizabeth, came from Abruzzo in central Italy. They left Italy and settled in Port Chester, New York at the end of the 19th century. He has other extended family in Los Angeles and Boston.

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  1. The Legendary Don Mclean 2007

    The Legendary Don McLean (disc 1)

    Reviewed by Colin Buttimer

    It’s difficult not to be swept along by the wry clear-sightedness and touching...

Credits

Role Artist Release
Composer Madonna American Pie (2000)
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