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Paul McCartney & Wings, 'Wings Over America' – Album Review

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:50:07 +0000

Back in 1976, when Paul McCartney & Wings’ live album ‘Wings Over America’ was released, the band was coming off a string of four No. 1 records. The triple-album set, culled from various concerts the group performed on their 1976 U.S. tour in support of ‘Wings at the Speed of Sound,’ soon became their fifth straight No. 1. (The last three-record LP to reach the top spot was by one of McCartney’s old bandmates: George Harrison’s ‘All Things Must Pass.’)

Fans Lobby Paul McCartney to Buy Everton Football Club

Jeff Giles — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:42:35 +0000

Paul McCartney is a man of the world, but he’ll always be a Liverpool boy at heart — or at least that’s what fans of the Liverpool-based Everton Football Club are hoping, anyway. Founded in 1878, Everton FC has enjoyed a fairly illustrious history over the last 100-plus seasons, including nine league championships Â - although [...]

Paul McCartney Debuts Five Beatles Songs in Concert

Dave Lifton — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:09:51 +0000

If there's any rocker who can rest on his laurels onstage, it's Paul McCartney. After all, with such a huge catalog, he can simply fill up a setlist with dozens of his hits, play them night after night without changing, and nobody complains that they didn't get to hear their favorites.

Except he doesn't. Consequence of Sound noted that, at the op

James and Paul McCartney Sharing Space in Bonnaroo Lineup

Jeff Giles — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:33:03 +0000

James McCartney is taking a big step this year, with a solo tour in support of his first full-length album, the aptly titled 'Me' -- and as luck would have it, his itinerary is putting him on some of the same stages as his famous father Paul.

Paul McCartney to Headline Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival

Billy Dukes — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:18:53 +0000

Tickets go on sale this week for the sixth annual Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival in San Francisco, Calif. The three-day music and gourmet food event has introduced Paul McCartney as a headliner for the Aug 9-11 event at Golden Gate Park. Dozens of other artists from all genres of music are also on the official lineup card.

10 Years Ago: Fan Tries to Sell Paul McCartney's Germs

Nick DeRiso — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:10:32 +0000

Ten years ago, one enterprising Paul McCartney fan decided to take a sad bout with the flu and make it better by offering the ultimate eBay rarity: some of the former Beatle‘s germs. Londoner Ian Mears posted the auction after claiming to have spent time with — and then caught the flu from — McCartney [...]

Paul McCartney Spokesman Shoots Down Rumors of Upcoming Nirvana Collaboration

Nick DeRiso — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:08:25 +0000

It looks like Paul McCartney's not collaborating with the surviving members of Nirvana again, after all. A report from earlier this week, citing an unnamed source at McCartney's label, has been quickly debunked by the former Beatle's spokesman.

Paul McCartney's 'Wings Over America' Reissue to Kick Off With Theatrical 'Rockshow' Viewing

Billy Dukes — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:10:58 +0000

Paul McCartney and Wings will reissue 'Wings Over America' on May 28 in a number of different formats with a cornucopia of bonus features. However, the most intriguing prospect may be the May 15 theatrical release of 'Rockshow,' a live concert film shot in 1975 and 1976 during the Wings Over the World Tour.

Paul McCartney Adds Six Shows to 2013 'Out There' Tour

Jeff Giles — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:36:33 +0000

While he continues to put the finishing touches on his first solo album of new music since 2007's 'Memory Almost Full,' Paul McCartney is hitting the road for what he's dubbing the 'Out There Tour' -- and although his itinerary is still rather small, he's just added another six dates to the schedule.

Paul McCartney Releases Details for 'Wings Over America' Deluxe Reissue

Jeff Giles — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:56:11 +0000

Paul McCartney‘s ongoing reissue campaign, which has already treated fans to expanded editions of his ‘McCartney,’ ‘McCartney II,’ and ‘Ram’ albums, as well as Wings’ ‘Band on the Run,’ is set to continue with his 1976 live release ‘Wings Over America.’ Vintage Vinyl News offers the breakdown on what fans can expect from McCartney’s latest [...]

Paul McCartney Names His Favorite Bass Player

Jeff Giles — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:50:07 +0000

Paul McCartney's inventive bass playing has influenced countless artists, but he has musical heroes of his own, and he revealed one of them during the latest round of the ongoing Q&A session he's having with fans at his website.

Paul McCartney Worked With Mark Ronson On Three New Songs

Nick DeRiso — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:23:13 +0000

Mark Ronson had worked with Paul McCartney before, but only as a DJ at the former Beatles legend's 2011 wedding to Nancy Shevell. Their relationship actually goes back to when Ronson was a boy, and McCartney even saved his life once.

Tommy Chong Wants to Get High with Paul McCartney

Jeff Giles — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:20:09 +0000

Tommy Chong has built an entire comedy career out of pot, and Paul McCartney is one of classic rock's most noted connoisseurs of the stuff -- so how is it that the two of them have never indulged together?

Paul McCartney Announces 2013 World Tour

Billy Dukes — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 10:45:59 +0000

Paul McCartney announced the first two dates of what is expected to be a significant touring schedule in 2013. The singer revealed plans for the Out There World Tour on his website this morning (March 20). His goal is to play cities and venues he and his band have never been.

Paul McCartney Announces Record Store Day Exclusive

Dave Lifton — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 19:10:24 +0000

Another classic rocker has thrown his proverbial hat into the vinyl ring known as Record Store Day. On April 20, Paul McCartney will release a limited edition 12-inch EP of the live version of ‘Maybe I’m Amazed’ that was originally released on 1976′s ‘Wings Over America.’ The Second Disc is reporting that the EP replicates [...]

Paul McCartney Wins 2013 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album

Matthew Wilkening — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:20:20 +0000

Paul McCartney has been awarded the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album, for his 2012 release 'Kisses on the Bottom.' The announcement was made prior to the show's televised portion.

Paul McCartney Mistaken for Street Busker in New Orleans

Billy Dukes — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:06:31 +0000

Paul McCartney and his wife Nancy Shevell were in New Orleans for Super Bowl Sunday, and over the weekend he found himself on a street car with fellow revelers. The former Beatle used the time to serenade those around him with hits from the Fab Four's catalog, but most thought he was a lowly busker who would soon ask for tips.

Paul McCartney, Steve Winwood + More to Guest on Eric Clapton's 'Old Sock'

Dave Lifton — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:30:26 +0000

On Monday (Jan. 28), Eric Clapton announced that he is putting out a new album, 'Old Sock,' on March 12. Apart from the track listing, not too much other information has been available about the project. However, on Wednesday (Jan. 30) Clapton revealed the many guest stars who will appear on the record.

Paul McCartney Takes Good Care of His Sheep

Jeff Giles — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:55:22 +0000

Given his decades of outspoken advocacy for vegetarianism and animal rights, it probably shouldn't surprise anyone to learn that the animals on Paul McCartney's sheep farm don't have to worry about ending up on anyone's dinner plate. In fact, as he revealed during a recent interview, they tend to live to a ripe old age.

Dave Grohl on Paul McCartney Collaboration: 'It Just Came Out of Nowhere'

Jeff Giles — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:32:17 +0000

If it seemed to you like 'Cut Me Some Slack,' Paul McCartney's collaboration with the surviving members of Nirvana that was unveiled during the 12-12-12 benefit, came out of nowhere, don't feel like you're out of the loop -- according to Dave Grohl, that's really the way it happened.