Don Mclean is one of the best LIVE musicians ever.
His concerts are like a very skilled troubador telling a story and captivating audience with the sheer poetry and musicianship. No flashing lights, no loud band — just a guitar, banjo or piano or a small string quartet in the background.
No wonder one composer used him as her inspiration for the song — KILLING ME SOFTLY (WITH HIS SONG ) after attending his concert...
The music business still had a lot of room for true artists back then. This tune is very much the equal of Empty Chairs.
Killing Me Softly With His Song - by Lori Lieberman
I'd never heard of this singer until a few years ago. I can recall my mother swearing that the Roberta Flack version of this song wasn't the original, but I doubt if Lori's recording ever got much radio airplay. Seeing this video, I now understand how Mom was aware of the earlier version - she always watched Mike Douglas.