{"product_id":"don-mclean-circa-1990-australia-original-concert-tour-program","title":"Don McLean - Circa 1990 Australia Original Concert Tour Program","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eVintage original official concert merchandise from the actual gig in circa 1990 - over 33 years ago. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePrinted for the Australian tour by Playbill Publications. The tour was presented by Dennis Smith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very newsy program featuring discography and a lot of info about Don McLean. It includes both black \u0026amp; white plus full colour photos and is in excellent condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eActual images of item have been used and form part of the item condition\/description. \u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE TOUR\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon McLean is an American singer-songwriter known for his iconic song \"American Pie\" and has had a successful career spanning several decades. The song \"American Pie\" is played around the world on radio hundreds of times per day, every day. Decades later, McLean earns $300,000 – $500,000 per year in royalties off his hit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis other hit singles include \"Vincent\" (about Vincent van Gogh), \"Dreidel\", and \"Wonderful Baby\"; as well as his renditions of Roy Orbison's \"Crying\" and the Skyliners' \"Since I Don't Have You\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon McLean was born in New Rochelle, New York, and grew up in a musical family. He started playing the guitar at an early age and was influenced by folk and rock music of the 1950s and 1960s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLean has released numerous albums throughout his career, exploring various musical styles, including folk, rock, and country. Some of his other albums include \"Don McLean\" (1972), \"Homeless Brother\" (1974), and \"Botanical Gardens\" (2018).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon McLean has received several awards and honors for his contributions to music, including induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2004. Don McLean's music continues to be celebrated and covered by artists from various genres, and he remains an influential figure in the world of American songwriting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOLLECTABILITY\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTour programs are highly collectable and sought after for several reasons. Firstly, they provide a tangible memento of a specific concert or event, allowing fans to relive the experience and cherish the memories associated with it. Tour programs often feature exclusive content like behind-the-scenes photos, interviews, and detailed information about the artists and their performances. Additionally, they serve as a snapshot of a particular era in an artist's career, making them valuable to both music enthusiasts and historians.  Whether you're a dedicated fan or a passionate collector, owning these programs offers a tangible connection to the music world and serves as a treasured piece of memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrograms can also be framed together with other items we have on our website such as vinyl records, official stage guitar picks, autographs, backstage passes, concert tickets, drumsticks and photos and you can create a truly one-of-a-kind unique piece of memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rock-Pop-Alt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42042320257142,"sku":"1116458","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/3009\/6246\/files\/Don-Mclean-1a__07145_d01cd198-9841-442e-bc00-205b87e88151.jpg?v=1742002752","url":"https:\/\/rockaway.com.au\/products\/don-mclean-circa-1990-australia-original-concert-tour-program","provider":"Rockaway Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}