Thanks For The Music

Don McLean, award-winning singer/songwriter, has released a women’s version of his “American Pie,” themed t-shirt through the leading women’s fashion retailer Maurices. The t-shirt is available for purchase starting today, across its stores and online at American Pie Graphic Tee .

“I could not be happier than to know my song continues to bring joy to so many people and to know that it is so recognizable that Maurices wanted to have a piece of the American Pie in their stores,” says Don McLean.

Known for its fun, friendly service, and trusted stylists, Maurices offers a warm welcoming experience in its 900 stores and is guided by a greater purpose of making a positive difference in the lives of women who are the heart of its hometowns. Offering versatile, affordable styles, Maurices is a destination for denim, knit tops, loungewear, intimates, swim, and accessories.

Don McLean On Tour:

Fri, June 2 - Napa, CA - Blue Note Napa Summer Sessions at Silverado Resort

Fri, July 21 - Alexandria, VA - The Birchmere

Mon, August 7 - Ocean City, NJ - Ocean City Music Pier

Fri, August 18 - Newark, OH - Midland Theatre

Sat, August 19 - Nashville, IN - Brown County Music Center

Thu, August 31 - Flint, MI - Capitol Theatre

Fri, Sept 1 - St Charles, IL - Arcada Theatre

Sat, Sept 9 - Beverly Hills, CA - Saban Theatre

Sun, Sept 10 - Solana Beach, CA - Belly Up

Fri, Sept 15 - San Juan Capistrano, CA - The Coach House

Sat, Sept 16 - Ojai, CA - Libbey Bowl

Sat, Sept 23 - Ocean City, MD - Ocean City PAC

Mar 14-21, 2024 - 70s Rock and Romance Cruise

About Maurices: Maurices is a leading women's fashion brand offering size-inclusive clothing that celebrates feel-good fashion for real life™. Offering versatile, affordable styles that take her from day to night, Maurices is a destination for denim, knit tops, loungewear, intimates, and accessories, along with dressy collections. Known for its fun and friendly service and trusted stylists, Maurices offers a warm welcoming experience in stores and is guided by its greater purpose of making a positive difference in the lives of women who are the heart of its hometowns. Maurices operates 900 stores in hometowns across the U.S. and Canada and offers even more to love at maurices.com with additional categories, sizes, and colors.

About Don McLean: Don McLean is a legendary singer-songwriter known for his timeless classics that have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. With a career spanning several decades, he has left a lasting impact on the music industry and continues to inspire new generations of artists. McLean's songs are known for their poetic lyrics and emotional depth, reflecting universal themes of love, loss, and the American experience. His music has a timeless quality that appeals to listeners of all ages, transcending cultural and generational divides. Don McLean's contributions to the world of music will always be remembered and celebrated, and his songs will continue to be cherished for generations to come.

Don McLean is a Grammy award honoree, a Songwriter Hall of Fame member, and a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, his smash hit “American Pie” resides in the Library of Congress National Recording Registry and was named a top 5 song of the 20th Century by the Recording Industry of America (RIAA). A New York native, Don McLean is one of the most revered and respected songwriters in American history. After paying his dues in the New York club scene in the late ‘60s, he went on to score mega-hits like “Vincent (Starry, Starry Night),” “Castles in the Air” and many more. His catalog of songs has been recorded by Madonna, Garth Brooks, Josh Groban, Drake, “Weird Al” Yankovic and countless others. In 2015, McLean’s handwritten manuscript of the lyrics to “American Pie” was auctioned by Christies, selling for just over $1.2 Million. 2019 honored Don with a star on the Las Vegas Walkway of Stars and his song “And I Love You So” was the theme for Prince Harry and Megan Markle’s wedding. Don landed a new recording contract with Time Life in 2020, with whom he released a catalog of recordings as well as a new album Still Playin’ Favorites. 2021 brought Don’s “American Pie” features in the Avengers’ Black Widow and the new Tom Hanks movie Finch. Don received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrated the 50th anniversary of “American Pie,” recorded a version of the song with a cappella group Home Free, a children’s book has been written, and much more! And when you think things are slowing down, not so for Don McLean!