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Neal Justin

5 shows to watch: 'American Pie' documentary spotlights the role of Clear Lake, Iowa, in the day the music died

'The Day the Music Died'

Music lovers already know Buddy Holly was killed during a flight to a Moorhead, Minnesota, concert. They're also aware of Don McLean's song about the tragedy — and would be fine with never hearing it again. But this story behind the making of "American Pie" makes you reappreciate the eight-minute epic. The film features footage of McLean earlier this year at Clear Lake's Surf Ballroom, site of the last concert for Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. Garth Brooks is among those reminding us how powerful a song can be, even 50 years after topping the charts. Tuesday, Paramount+

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