Don McLean Tickets

I was pleasantly surprised at the Don McLean concert. He's a talented singer and has some very good musicians in his band, especially the keyboard guy. I would not be described as a big Don McLean fan and, aside from "American Pie" and "Vincent" didn't really know any of his songs. However, he has several songs from the 60s/70s era and plays some from other popular artists, and he did a pretty good job at all of them. The band gets a little loud at times, and this was somewhat disappointing in its rendition of "American Pie", but the audience seemed to like that version rather than the quieter one we hear of the radio. McLean is entertaining and it was a good evening.

I think his voice is wonderful! I had a wonderful time and enjoy his songs a lot! Made me go back in time and feel young again.

Don McLean was in superb form last week at the Keswick. His voice was rich and strong, and the songs selected for the show were thoughtful and a great representation of his career. His performance of Vincent was one of the best live performances I've seen. Great show, great venue, would definitely go see him again.

On Saturday, November 14th, my daughter and I saw Don McLean at the Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia. I especially enjoyed the songs where he played with just the acoustic guitar and piano. Probably, I was too close to the stage, but the sound was very distorted on the rock and roll songs and American Pie. Nonetheless, these were wonderful too. Don McLean always gives a complete performance. His encore with "Vincent" was exceptional. The opening act, Kitty Donohoe was delightful. Her Irish-American music was wonderful. I particularly liked her song on the Great Chicago Fire from the viewpoint of Mrs. O'Leary's cow. This was a great evening. Both Kitty Donohoe and Don McLean willingly autographed CDs and other items for the fans. He took the time to talk with these fans. The evening was awesome.

He came; he entertained; he got the audience involved!

GREAT SHOW. NICE FRIENDLY SEATING. GOOD SOUND , GREAT CHOICE OF SONGS.

Don McLean still has it! He, of course, gave us what we wanted with "Bye, Bye, Miss American Pie" and "Starry, Starry Night," but he also gave us a great Don McLean take on some Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison and Glen Campbell favorites. The crowd was mostly "of a certain age" and enjoyed reliving reliving their youth. There also was a very nice rendition of "Dropping a Curtain on the Weekend" which instantly put me in mind of those wonderful 1960s San Francisco piano bars. Loved it!! Just a couple of suggestions for McLean - Cut the new agey/muzakey keyboard accompaniments; they have a tendency to overpower. And, if McLean wants to continue using the promo pix from his youth, post a pix of how he looks today too. Own it, Don. Age is nothin' to be ashamed of. It's another year above ground ... and that's a good thing!!!

Major impression: TOO LOUD! When McLean and the full backup group played together the sound level was, to my wife and me, almost unbelievably loud. I spent a good part of the evening with my fingers in my ears, which is not the right way to enjoy someone's performance. When McLean performed solo, which he did for a good part of the evening, he was great. He still "has it" and his fans really enjoyed the evening. I appreciate his writing more now then I did when I first heard him almost 40 years ago. A disappointment ... I really enjoyed his "Dreidel" song when I first heard it and really don't like his current "rock" version. When I got home I visited YouTube and found the ~1971 version I remembered, and still enjoy, along with a 1974 version that already deviated from the original. Of course, it is his song and he can do it as he wishes. But I really preferred the original. In fact, I prefer it to "American Pie."

Don McLean and his band were excellent. They sound as good as ever and he covered all the great oldies !

Don McLean still has talent. His voice is strong. But the majority of the night he didn't care about the music. His stage attitude reminded us of William Shatner - a kind of arrogant sneer. The biggest problem with the show is that the suport music was terrible. The sound man literally had his chin in his hands all night despite multiple instances of feedback. The keyboard player was good but too loud overpowering the the musicians at time and using way too much synthesizer on 50% of the music. Easily the best performance of the evening was an encore song that I think was called "the weekend" or "over the weekend". The piano was excellent although slightly overplayed and McLean sang very well and passionatly. He said he had just learned it and it was not his song and it was lounge music (a la Tony Bennett) but it was really good and a direction McLean should look to. In our opinion he should have played 2 sets - one by himself of material off of his first 3-5 albums (without any support musicians) and the other set with support for his Buddy Holly favorites and similar more raucous music. Yes he played all 4-5 of his top 40 music. McLean did not have command of the stage musicians or the mix and as result several songs were spoiled or unlistenable. And most of the time I really don't think he cared - he's just done with 35-year old music.

Took my ten year old daughter last night to see Don McLean at the Birchmere. Kitty Donohue opened - we were unfamiliar with her. Wow! She has the most beautiful voice, so enjoyable, her guitar playing was wonderful! My daughter loved her as well. Don McLean rocked! We loved his show - he played so many great tunes, his band was great, just the best show. He was very cordial afterwards, signing autographs. I got my daughter a CD and he signed it for her. She was thrilled to meet him! She loves his music. I am glad to see a young person enjoying GOOD music! And also, I am glad to share my enjoyment of his music with my child, as I've loved his music for 30 years myself.

Unforgetable tireless performer -just a great time!

Excellent concert. Don McLean was very down to earth and genuine.

My wife and I had a great time at the performance. We only wished he had sung more of his own music.

very good show.No down time just kept moving from one song to another.

Don McLean has stayed true to his beginnings. His non stop performance was a plus one does not expect with today's performers. His range of music surprised someone like myself who only knew his popular works and it was refreshing to see this side of him. His vocals are as good now as when he was younger but I found more compassion not just words. I purchased two of his albums and waited to have them signed. I thanked him for being a great American storyteller.

I was totally amazed by his performance. It was held in the small Bear Claw venue at Seneca Niagara with a very enthusiastic audience. If you get a chance see him you won't regret it. He sang old, new and unknown songs with great backup musicians.

He can still sing really good. And the Bear Den is really nice, I don't think there is a bad seat in the place.

The opening act was quite funny (Don't bring the kids) Don told us right up front to get comfortable because he was going to play for a while. And did he ever. Has to be the longest solo set I have ever been to. Pretty good for an old guy. I probably could have given it at least a 4, maybe a 5, if he would have left out the multiple occasions of taking God's name in vain. I actually don't remember him swearing very much at all, except for that, which does offend me. As always, the RoadHouse was great. Excellent food and every seat I have ever had has been within 25' of the stage and still easy to see the artists. The RoadHouse is my absolute favorite venue!

Don McClean gave a great show. It was well worth the price of admission!