Don McLean's 1972 Concert History

Donald McLean III (born October 2, 1945) is an American singer-songwriter, best known for his 1971 hit song "American Pie", an 8.5-minute folk rock "cultural touchstone" about the loss of innocence of the early rock and roll generation (US #1 for four weeks in 1972 and UK #2).

Date Concert Venue Location
Aug 11, 1972
Don McLean / Blood Sweat & Tears

Illinois state fair

Grandstand @ Illinois State Fair Springfield, Illinois, United States
Jul 14, 1972
Don McLean / Bill Withers Wollman Skating Rink New York, New York, United States
Jun 30, 1972
Don McLean
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Saratoga Performing Arts Center Saratoga Springs, New York, United States
May 26, 1972 –
May 29, 1972
The Great Western Express Festival
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Bardney Bardney, England, United Kingdom

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The Great Western Express Festival
May 26 - 29, 1972
 Bardney, England, United Kingdom
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The Great Western Express Festival on May 26, 1972 [810-small]

The Great Western Express Festival
May 26 - 29, 1972
 Bardney, England, United Kingdom
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The Great Western Express Festival on May 26, 1972 [812-small]

The Great Western Express Festival
May 26 - 29, 1972
 Bardney, England, United Kingdom
  Uploaded by Zimtrim

The Great Western Express Festival on May 26, 1972 [813-small]

The Great Western Express Festival
May 26 - 29, 1972
 Bardney, England, United Kingdom
  Uploaded by Zimtrim

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


How many concerts has Don McLean had?

Don McLean has had 765 concerts.

What genre is Don McLean?

Don McLean is most often considered to be Rock, Folk, United States, Pop Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Classic Rock, Folk Rock, Soft Rock, Mellow Gold, English, Adult Standards, Folk Pop, New York, Contemporary Folk, Chamber Folk, Introspective, Poetic, and Bittersweet.

When is the next Don McLean concert?

The next Don McLean concert is on May 04, 2024 at Pollak Theatre in West Long Branch, New Jersey, United States.

When was the last Don McLean concert?

The last Don McLean concert was on April 27, 2024 at Riviera Theatre and Performing Arts Center in North Tonawanda, New York, United States.

What setlist does Don McLean play live?

The songs that Don McLean performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the November 04, 2023 concert at Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, United States:

  1. Vincent
  2. Crying
  3. American Pie

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