Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Paul McCartney sells out Brooklyn tour stops All tickets for Paul McCartney's June 8 and 10 shows at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn NY have sold out instantly. The first-time engagement for Paul at the venue continues a tradition of playing NYC including 2011's Yankee Stadium doubleheader, 2009's inaugural Citi Field three-play, and The Beatles' 1965 musical christening of Shea Stadium. Related Articles  Source: Broadway World Music

Monday, April 22, 2013

Paul McCartney adds three stops in Canada to 2013 tour Paul McCartney has confirmed that his 2013 Out There tour will include a visit to Canada for three new shows. On July 7, Paul will play his historic first ever show in Ottawa, on August 12, Paul will return to Winnipeg for the first time since 1993, and on August 14, Paul will make his debut in Regina, playing his first ever show in the Queen City. Related Articles  Source: PaulMcCartney.com

Ringo and Paul come together for second time in one week The two Beatles had dinner twice in one week in Los Angeles. Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney dinned at Cecconi's in West Hollywood on Wednesday and then they moved their party to Beverly Hills on Friday and dined at Mr. Chows. On Saturday night, they were joined by legendary guitarist Joe Walsh and ELO's Jeff Lynne. Related Articles  Source: Rumor Fix

Friday, April 19, 2013

Paul McCartney concert announcement expected Monday A press conference will be held on Monday where it is expected to confirm one, possibly two, concerts by Paul McCartney in early July at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa. This would be the first musical performance by a member of the Beatles in Ottawa's history. The news will be announced at 6 p.m. Monday by Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson. Related Articles  Source: Ottawa Citizen

Paul McCartney and Youth plan more projects as The Fireman Youth has teased the possibility more collaborations with Paul McCartney as The Fireman. They paired in 1993 for Strawberries Oceans Ships Forest and 1998's Rushes, and again in 2008 for Electric Arguments album. Youth said, "We're still working on different Fireman projects. I'm very happy I have that relationship with him." Source: Digital Spy

The story behind the electronic version of Yesterday !965, Paul McCartney sought out Delia Derbyshire, who realised the Doctor Who theme song, to remake his massive hit, Yesterday. He said, "We'd already recorded it with a string quartet, but I wanted to give the arrangement electronic backing. The Radiophonic Workshop, I loved all that; it fascinated me, and still does." Source: Kasterborous

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Paul McCartney to perform two concerts in New York in June Paul McCartney will perform at Brooklyn's Barclays Center on June 8 and 10. On Thursday, flanked by actors dressed as Buckingham Palace guards, British red phone booths and Union Jack flags at the arena, Borough President Marty Markowitz trumpeted, "Bravo to Paul McCartney for bringing the British invasion to Brooklyn." Related Articles  Source: NY Daily News

Pictures: Mini Beatles reunion as Paul and Ringo dine in West Hollywood The two remaining Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr enjoyed something of a Beatles reunion on Wednesday night as they headed out for dinner together at Cecconi's in Los Angeles. The pair were joined by friends, as well as their respective wives Nancy Shevell and Barbara Bach, for the meal at the celebrity favourite haunt. Related Articles  Source: The Daily Mail, UK

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Paul McCartney adds his voice Paul McCartney has recorded a voice message that's part of a text-to-call operation Wednesday. McCartney and others are encouraging Americans to send a text, which will lead to the singer's message and connect the caller. Source: Spinner

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Paul McCartney and son James to play at San Francisco music fest Paul McCartney has signed on to be one of the headlining acts at the 2013 Outside Lands festival, which will take place August 9-11 at San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. The fifth annual edition of the event also will offer performances by fellow headliners Red Hot Chili Peppers and Nine Inch Nails, and McCartney's son, James McCartney. Source: WFJA FM, Sanford, NC

Author who annoyed Paul McCartney will write his biography Philip Norman, whose "Shout! The Beatles in Their Generation" is considered by many to be among the most absorbing and comprehensive biographies of the group, will write a biography of Paul McCartney, due in 2015. "He is not directly co-operating," Mr. Norman said, "but not objecting to my interviewing close friends, colleagues, etc." Source: NY Times Arts Blog

Teachers use The Beatles to help students learn English New research has revealed that 86 percent of ESL teachers play music during class to enhance lessons and help students improve their understanding of the English language, and that The Beatles were the most popular band used by teachers. James McCartney said, "What a great way to learn any language, by learning through music." Source: Salt Lake Tribune

Monday, April 15, 2013

Rumor: Possible McCartney concert in Ottawa would be first by Beatle Indications are that for the first time, one of the Beatles will finally perform in Ottawa. If you look at the routing of Paul McCartney's Out There tour, you will see he is in the right part of the world at the right time. McCartney plays Boston on July 9 and Milwaukee on July 16, an early July concert in Ottawa would fit like a glove. Related Articles  Source: Ottawa Citizen

Paul McCartney adds Indianapolis date to 2013 tour Paul will play the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis IN on July 14, returning to the city for the first time since 2002's Back in the U.S. Tour, and continuing a relationship with Indianapolis that includes his 1990 stint at Market Square Arena, as well as two shows with The Beatles at the Indiana State Fair in 1964. Related Articles  Source: Alt Sounds

Paul McCartney 2013 tour to visit Milwaukee Paul McCartney is coming to Wisconsin this summer. The Milwaukee Brewers have announced a July 16 concert at Miller Park, part of McCartney's "Out There" tour and his first Milwaukee visit since 2005. Tickets for the general public go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday and to American Express card holders at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Related Articles  Source: WLUK TV, Milwaukee

New McCartney album leaked details confirmed as bogus A spokesman for Paul McCartney has told Beatles Examiner that a tracklist circulating on the internet for the former Beatle's next and yet-to-be-released album is a fraud. The track listing first appeared earlier this week and was referenced on Facebook and on Beatles and McCartney websites, with one calling it authentic. Source: Beatles Examiner

James McCartney says dad is his hero James McCartney has grown to understand why so many people worship his father Paul McCartney. In a new interview, James admits it took a "meltdown", a "spiritual epiphany" and a break from his famous family to realise how special his dad is, and that he now respects him, calling him amazing and saying Paul McCartney is his hero. Source: Hollywood.com

Friday, April 12, 2013

McCartney's new album to include second collaboration with Nirvana alumni Paul McCartney's as-yet untitled new solo album is said to feature guest appearances by Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton and, revealed today, the living members of Nirvana. McCartney made a stir late last year when he appeared on stage with Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic and Pat Smear of Nirvana as part of the concert. Source: Something Else Reviews

McCartney adds Indianapolis and second days to other cities Paul McCartney will play the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN, on July 14, for his 2013 "Out There" tour, returning to the city for the first time since 2002's Back in the U.S. Tour. Also, due to massive popular demand and immediate ticket sell-outs, Paul has added second nights to his shows in Orlando, Austin and Tulsa. Source: Broadway World Music

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Paul McCartney tops rich list again with over £680 million Paul McCartney has conquered the charts again, coming top of the Sunday Times Rich List of musical millionaires. Sir Paul shares a £680 million fortune (more than $1 billion) with wife Nancy Shevell. McCartney has topped the list of wealthy musicians every time it has been put together since 1989 when his fortune was estimated at £80 million. Source: London Evening Standard

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Backstage with James McCartney Despite growing up in the shadow of his rock star father, James McCartney has mostly remained out of the limelight, until now, as he prepares to follow in Paul's footsteps by releasing his first full-length album and embarking on a major US tour. In a new interview, James admits he's a bit nervous about launching a full-fledged career in the "rock and roll kind of lifestyle." Source: ET Online

Mark Ronson discloses inspirations for McCartney's new album Mark Ronson says that baile funk and Usher have both played roles in Paul McCartney's upcoming new album. "He came in one day playing some post-Bonde do Role baile funk-moombahton thing, asking, How do we get this kind of energy? And then he played me Climax by Usher, and he was like, I love where all the sonics sit in this." Source: Fuse

Paul McCartney's old front door sells for $7,755 The front door of the childhood home of Sir Paul McCartney has been sold for more than £5,000 at auction. The wooden door from 20 Forthlin Road, Allerton, Liverpool, when Paul lived there from 1955 to 1964, was bought by a telephone bidder from Chorley in Lancashire. The house is now a National Trust property which is open to the public. Related Articles  Source: BBC News

Paul McCartney announces end of the Beatles 43 years ago today On April 10, 1970, Paul McCartney told the world that The Beatles were no more. Sort of. In an ambiguous "self-interview," McCartney announced he was taking a rest from The Beatles. While McCartney's remarks didn't explicitly state The Beatles were done, that's how the media interpreted it. By the end of 1970, they were officially no more. Source: The Daily Press, VA

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

McCartney announces Wings Over America box set and Rockshow film Paul McCartney's Wings Over America is to be re-issued in a variety of formats including a four-book, four-disc Deluxe Edition Box Set which will include a bonus audio disc recorded at San Francisco's Cow Palace and a DVD of a rare 75-minute TV special Wings Over the World. A DVD of the live concert film Rockshow is also to be released. Source: Digital Spy

Monday, April 8, 2013

Paul McCartney to play Safeco Field in Seattle Paul McCartney will play the first concert at Safeco Field later this year on Friday, July 19. Promoter made the announcement Monday afternoon hours before the Mariners home opener against the Houston Astros at the ballpark, which opened in summer 1999. Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. Related Articles  Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer

Paul McCartney to play FedExForum in Memphis Paul McCartney brings his 2013 Out There world tour to Memphis on Sunday, May 26 for a show at FedExForum. McCartney will play music from his entire career, including time spent solo, in Wings, and The Beatles. Tickets for the 8 p.m. show go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. at all Ticketmaster locations and online. Related Articles  Source: The Commercial Appeal, Memphis

Paul McCartney will take new tour to Orlando Paul McCartney will open his U.S. tour in Orlando, performing May 18 at Amway Center, according to a public statement made by Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer. McCartney last performed in Florida in April 2010 for nearly three hours at Sun Life Stadium in Fort Lauderdale. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 12. Related Articles  Source: Orlando Sentinel

Friday, April 5, 2013

Fruit Festival sends invite to veggie Paul McCartney The Woodstock Fruit Festival has invited to Paul McCartney to attend the Festival this summer, to be held in Diamond Point, New York, from August 18th through August 25th, as Paul is dedicated to helping spread the message of how important a diet is for people. Source: Times Union, Albany

McCartney sells out Fenway Park concert in record 5 minutes All tickets for Paul McCartney's July 9 show at Boston's Fenway Park sold out within five minutes of going on sale this morning at 10 a.m., the fastest for a concert in Fenway history. Live Nation's Dave Marsden said, "Today, yet another new sales record reaffirms just how much Boston and all of New England love Paul McCartney!" Related Articles  Source: The Republican, MA

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