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During his recent stops in Manchester, England, on the Got Back Tour, Paul McCartney surprised his fans by playing the Christmas song “Wonderful Christmastime” for the first time since 2018. He performed the song during his shows on December 14 and 15 in Manchester. The song was played in between two of his signature hits, […]

Finally, it has been confirmed that Paul Mescal will play Paul McCartney in the upcoming Beatles biopics. The development comes from Mescal’s Gladiator II director, Ridley Scott. During a recent Directors Guild of America (DGA) screening of Gladiator II, which was followed by a Q&A with Christopher Nolan, Scott seemingly confirmed Mescal was playing McCartney […]

When the Got Back Tour is in France, Paul McCartney has to include the Beatles classic, “Michelle” in the setlist. That is what he did when resuming his 2024 leg of Got Back Tour shows in Nanterre, France. During his shows on December 4 and 5, McCartney played “Michelle” for the first time in six […]

Recently, I saw a social media post where Swifties said Taylor Swift is bigger than The Beatles. In the Martin Scorsese-produced Beatles ’64, a new Disney+ documentary, he debunks that theory. “I don’t think The Beatles were particularly influential,” one Swiftie said. Before Taylor Swift and the cult of Swifties took over pop culture, The […]

One of the stars of Marvel’s upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps is being eyed to play George Harrison in the upcoming Beatles biopics. According to Jeff Sneider of The InSneider, Joseph Quinn is now being eyed to play Harrison now in Beatles biopics from Sam Mendes. Previously, Charlie Rowe (Gigi & Nate) was named as […]

During a headlining set at Corona Capital in Mexico City, Mexico, on his Got Back Tour, Paul McCartney brought Jack White out on stage. White came out during the final song of the set, “The End,” a part of the Beatles’ “Abbey Road medley.” It follows “Golden Slumbers” and “Carry That Weight” and closes out […]

While nothing is confirmed, rumors of Gladiator II star Paul Mescal playing Paul McCartney in the upcoming Beatles biopics from Sam Mendes have surfaced. During an interview with Mescal about Gladiator II, I asked him what he would ask McCartney if he met him in preparation for playing him in the biopics. “Oh god,” Mescal […]

During his latest stop on the 2024 Got Back Tour in Mexico, Paul McCartney had a drone show that celebrated his Wings music. Videos from the concert have surfaced. During McCartney’s performances of Wings songs like “Let Me Roll It,” drones flew above the stage. They formed the iconic Wings logo before making other shapes […]

Surprisingly, one of the Beatles’ most iconic songs is not often played by Paul McCartney on his Got Back Tour. During McCartney’s November 5, 2024, show in Costa Rica, he played “I Saw Her Standing There” in the second slot of the encore. Typically, this slot in the setlist has been held down by other […]

During his recent 2024 Got Back Tour show in São Paulo, Brazil, Paul McCartney played a Beatles song, “All My Loving,” for the first time in over 5 years. In the fourth slot of his latest show, McCartney played “All My Loving” from the album, With the Beatles. The spot was previously taken by two […]

While there are rumors of Paul Mescal playing Paul McCartney in Sam Mendes’ Beatles biopics, the Gladiator II star has shut that down. Speaking to GQ, Mescal revealed that he is not confirmed for the biopics. However, he did add that he would “love” to be in them as McCartney. “I would love to be […]

Today would have been John Lennon’s 84th birthday, and former Beatles member Paul McCartney wished him a happy birthday. He took to Instagram to share an image of him performing with Lennon behind him. The image was taken from McCartney’s Got Back Tour as he performs “I’ve Got a Feeling.” “Happy Birthday, John,” his caption […]

At long last, Paul McCartney has started his 2024 leg of the Got Back Tour, officially debuting a new Beatles song in the setlist. On October 1, 2024, McCartney and his band performed a show at the Estadio Centenario in Montevideo, Uruguay. Most of the setlist looked similar to the former Beatles star’s previous shows, […]

During his first public performance since April 2024, Paul McCartney broke out the last Beatles song during a public rehearsal for his Got Back Tour, which will resume on October 1, 2024, in Montevideo, Uruguay. The former Beatle played a 16-song set during the rehearsal. While some songs were covers that he had performed before, […]

After Paul McCartney released Wings’ live studio album One Hand Clapping, it will now be getting the movie treatment. On August 7, McCartney announced the “rare” documentary will be hitting theaters for the first time starting on September 26. It is being dubbed as an “intimate look at the 1974 Abbey Road recording sessions.” The […]

Travis Kelce was praised by Paul McCartney and more after joining Taylor Swift on stage during her recent “Eras” tour show in London. A video clip captured by @daylight_poetry on X shows Kelce returning to the celebrity tent at the “Eras” tour show. McCartney, Andrew Scott, Sophie Turner, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge all cheered him on […]

Beatles icon Paul McCartney attended one of Taylor Swift’s London stops on the “Eras” tour. Several social media posts have gone viral and show McCartney attending the show with his daughter, Mary. In one video, the Beatles’ McCartney is seen dancing on the floor with Swifties. Swift is playing “But Daddy I Love Him” from […]

If you see Paul McCartney in concert, he plays songs from his Beatles, Wings, and solo catalog. However, this was not always the case. The release of One Hand Clapping, Wings’ studio live album, packed some surprises. While most of the track list was Wings songs or covers, there was a medley of three Beatles […]

Austin Butler recently recalled a house party thrown by Paul McCartney that featured Taylor Swift as DJ. Appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Butler reminisced about an “insane” house party he attended that Kimmel was also at. He was in awe of seeing former Beatles McCartney and Ringo Starr in the same room, calling it “amazing” […]

Paul McCartney celebrated his 82nd birthday on June 18 — celebrities, including Rolling Stones star Ronnie Wood, Billy Joel, and his kids posted their messages to the former Beatle. Paul McCartney’s kids’ birthday wishes Beginning with Stella McCartney, she posted a video of her flipping through old photos taken by her mother, Linda McCartney. “Looking […]

Paul McCartney has written countless hit songs with the Beatles, Wings, and as a solo artist. As the Beatles legend turns 82 years old (Happy Birthday, by the way), it’s appropriate to look back at his career. There is so much to choose from, too. It is nearly impossible to pick 10 songs for a […]

Paul McCartney is returning to Europe after years away on his 2024 leg of the “Got Back” tour leg. After announcing a South America leg of the tour, McCartney announced a long-awaited European leg. Paul McCartney’s “Got Back” tour will visit Europe for eight shows in 2024. The first show will take place on December […]

After nearly 50 years, Paul McCartney has released the Wings live studio album, One Hand Clapping. Not only does it sound great, it captures a pivotal moment for McCartney and the band alike. The album was recorded in 1974 in the first half of Wings’ run. At this point, the band hasn’t reached their full […]

After cryptically teasing it, Paul McCartney and Co. will resume the “Got Back” tour in 2024 with a leg in South America. In a social media post, Paul McCartney unveiled his 2024 South America tour plans. A live recording of the Beatles’ “Get Back,” which inspired McCartney’s tour name, plays in the background of a […]

Paul McCartney could be heading back onto the road in 2024 for another concert tour. In a social media post from June 9, McCartney shared a video of a case being shut. It appears to be one that would hold music equipment and instruments for a tour.     View this post on Instagram   […]

According to 2024 Sunday Times Rich List, Paul McCartney is the first UK musician billionaire. The list has 350 families and individuals, which includes King Charles, the current British Prime Minister and also a Catholic priest. The most significant name in the entertainment industry near the top of the list is Salma Hayek. She and […]

The Beatles were only together for 10 years, but they made the most of it. The Jam’s Paul Weller thinks that the Fab Four called it quits at the right time. In an interview with Mojo (via NME), Weller discussed the Beatles’ breakup. Of course, many wonder what would have happened to the band if […]

April 24, 1976: Lorne Michaels attempted to stage a Beatles reunion on Saturday Night Live (SNL). Paul McCartney and John Lennon, who were together that night, almost took him up on the offer. If they did, it would have changed everything. The Offer?  For reference, the Beatles had been broken up for six years at […]

For the first time, Paul McCartney and Wings‘ One Hand Clapping bootleg live album will be released officially. The former Beatle announced the new remaster, which will be released on June 14. “The wait is over: with the June 14 release of One Hand Clapping, one of the most bootlegged live albums in musical history, […]

Iconic singer Paul McCartney loved Beyoncé’s Blackbird cover, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Sir Paul shared a post on Instagram and said that he gave the superstar blessing to add The Beatles classic on her latest album Cowboy Carter. He wrote, “I spoke to her on FaceTime and she thanked me for writing it and […]

U2‘s inaugural show at the Sphere in Las Vegas was attended by Paul McCartney. Lead singer Bono reflected on meeting the former Beatle after the show on September 29, 2023. In an interview aired on U2 X-Radio on SiriusXM (via the Daily Mail), Bono revealed the precautions he took for his voice. Given the band […]

Paul McCartney wants Foreigner in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. So much so, that he has an NSFW plea for them to be inducted. In a social media clip shared to Foreigner’s social media pages, McCartney is seen pleading for the group’s induction. A man of many words… @paulmccartney. All of your votes […]

The Beatles will hit the big screen soon. Sam Mendes is set to direct biopics of Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison. That’s right — there will be several biopics. Deadline is reporting that Mendes will direct four feature films, one on each of the Fab Four. Apple Corps. and the Beatles […]

Paul McCartney‘s original iconic Höfner violin bass that he’s had since the Beatles has been found. After over a half-century, McCartney’s bass has been returned. In a statement on the former Beatles’ website, it was revealed that the bass had been retrieved. “Following the launch of last year’s Lost Bass project, Paul’s 1961 Höfner 500/1 […]

60 years ago, the Beatles made their Ed Sullivan Show debut. Music was never the same again. Sure, late night hosts still host musical guests, but the Beatles revolutionized what these performances can mean. A five-song set was all that was needed to change the course of music history. From the simplistic stage design and […]

For as great as some of Paul McCartney’s re-releases are, his latest isn’t. Wings’ Band on the Run Underdubbed Mixes is full of unique takes, but they ultimately take away from the masterpiece that the album is. It’s similar to Let it Be Naked. Sometimes, re-releasing an album with new remixes works well. U2 recently […]

Paul McCartney recently reflected on the “Got Back” tour and revealed why he keeps touring. The crowds are a big factor In an Instagram post shared to McCartney’s official page, he spoke about touring. Even at 81, he’s still going strong.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Paul McCartney […]

Paul McCartney made a big Beatles shakeup to his setlist during a “Got Back” tour stop in Brazil. “Baby you can drive my car” During a show last night in Brazil, McCartney played both “Drive My Car” and “Day Tripper” for the first times on his “Got Back” tour. For a McCartney tour, this is […]

During a recent show on his “Got Back” tour, Paul McCartney paid tribute to his late Beatles bandmate, John Lennon. “Give Peace a Chance” During McCartney’s December 9 show in Brazil, he paid tribute to Lennon. First, he played “Here Today,” a song from his album Tug of War. This is a staple of his […]