On this day in 1973, Don McLean hit the top spot in the UK with his song about 19th century artist, Vincent Van Gogh! It reached number 1 in Britain just months after American Pie stalled at number 2. On today's THIS DAY ROCKS you'll hear from Don McLean himself, talking about his songwriting, talking about the era and the 60s. 

To hear the full interview with Don McLean check it out now on Episode 56 of Vintage Rock Pod!

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