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Paul McCartney says he has stopped signing autographs, calling the process “a bit strange”.Speaking to Reader’s Digest (via Contact Music), the Beatles legend discussed being stopped by fans and asking for autographs across his career, and why he has grown tired of the idea.“It always struck me as a bit strange,” he said.

Sir Paul McCartney, 79, will forever be one of the biggest rockstars on the planet — but one title comes first for The Beatles’ star: dad. Paul is the father of five children, including four with his late wife Linda McCartney.

Preview in new tabMegastars Paul McCartney and Mick Jagger, the respective faces of The Beatles and the Rolling Stones, last week reignited the decades-long rivalry between the two British supergroups.McCartney, 79, belittled the Stones by calling them a “blues cover band,” while Jagger, 78, disparaged the Fab Four for failing to play giant stadiums — in contrast to the thousands of concerts staged by the “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” singer and his cronies.Fans have debated the relative

the Times of London on Sunday, McCartney, 79, revealed that Dylan, 80, gave the British rock group weed during a trip to New York in 1964.“​​What happened is that we were in a hotel suite, maybe in New York around the summer of 1964, and Bob Dylan turned up with his roadie. He’d just released ‘Another Side of Bob Dylan,'” McCartney wrote in his book. “We were just drinking, as usual, having a little party.

Paul McCartney has shared an excerpt from his forthcoming book The Lyrics: 1956 To The Present, in which he remembers the inspiration for one of his best-known Beatles songs, ‘Eleanor Rigby’.Writing about his childhood in Liverpool, McCartney recalled doing chores for local residents during the Scouts’ ‘Bob-a-job week’, during which he met an old lady who would go on to inspire the song.“Eleanor Rigby is based on an old lady that I got on with very well,” McCartney wrote in an extract published

Mick Jagger has joked on-stage about Paul McCartney’s recent comments on The Rolling Stones, during which he called them a “blues cover band”.During an interview with the New Yorker earlier this month, McCartney said: “[The Beatles’] net was cast a bit wider than [the Stones’]. I’m not sure I should say it, but they’re a blues cover band, that’s sort of what the Stones are.”At a concert in Los Angeles last Thursday (October 14), Jagger made a brief swipe at McCartney’s comments.“There’s so many

“blues cover band” in an interview with The New Yorker.Jagger, 78, and his mates played at the LA’s SoFi Stadium on Thursday, where he called out the plethora of celebrities that were at his concert, including A-listers like Megan Fox, Lady Gaga and Leonardo DiCaprio.Then Jagger added, “Paul McCartney is here.

The New Yorker, the Beatles member called rival British rock band The Rolling Stones a “blues cover band.”Ouch.“I’m not sure I should say it, but they’re a blues cover band, that’s sort of what the Stones are,” McCartney, 79, said. “I think our net was cast a bit wider than theirs.”It’s not the first time he took a dig at the band, either.

Paul McCartney wants to set the record straight. The legendary musician is opening up and sharing his side of the story of who decided to break up the Beatles.As part of the new BBC interview special, the 79-year-old music icon reflected on his past, and addressed the long-standing belief that it was his decision to quit the Beatles and thus effectively end the band back in 1970.«Stop right there.

Dave Grohl has reflected on the opportunities he’s had to play with his musical heroes over the years, saying that he “cannot believe that it’s happening to me”.The Foo Fighters frontman was speaking to BBC Radio 6 Music’s Breakfast Show earlier today (September 29) following on from his one-man show in London earlier this week.Speaking to host Lauren Laverne about his new book The Storyteller, which will be published on October 5, Grohl expanded on what it’s been like to have had the

Sir Paul McCartney marked a poignant family milestone this week and chose to share a rare photo from his childhood with fans in honour of the occasion.MORE: John Lennon and Paul McCartney's sons look exactly like their famous fathersThe Beatles icon, 79, posted a black-and-white snapshot showing him as a little boy on the beach with his mother.WATCH: Paul McCartney serenaded by daughters during birthday celebrationLittle Paul can be seen sat on a blanket by his mum's feet wearing his swimming

Paul McCartney has been revealed as the person behind a set of ‘Grandude’ adverts which have recently appeared in local newspapers across the UK.The adverts have run in the classified section of papers such as the Manchester Evening News, Liverpool Echo and Scotland’s Daily Record over the past week.“Grandude and chillers seek information leading to the whereabouts of Nandude,” the advert, which you can see here, begins.“Grandude and his four chillers are looking for their adventure-loving

Sir Paul McCartney has paid a beautiful tribute to his late wife Linda on what would have been her 80th birthday.MORE: Paul McCartney's exciting family news revealed – and it involves his childrenThe former Beatles star shared a picture of Linda lying in the grass, staring wistfully into the camera, with her head resting in her hands.

Paul McCartney has recalled the story behind The Beatles‘ ‘Rocky Raccoon’ during a conversation with Bob Mortimer – you can watch the video below.The chat between McCartney and comedian Mortimer arrived as a teaser for the former’s upcoming biography The Lyrics: 1956 To The Present, which is set for release on November 2.It will recount the legendary musician’s life through his earliest boyhood compositions, songs by The Beatles, Wings, and from his lengthy solo career.Arriving today (September

Noel Gallagher has revealed that he recently teamed up with Paul McCartney for a duet at Stella McCartney’s 50th birthday party.According to the Oasis chief, the pair performed The Beatles‘ ‘Birthday’ song and classic hit ‘I Saw Her Standing There’ after Gallagher played his own set at the fashion designer’s party at Cliveden House Hotel in Buckinghamshire last week.He told Matt Morgan’s Funny How? podcast (via The Sun): “It wasn’t like I was there and they pulled me out of the crowd like a

Paul McCartney is set to appear in conversation at London’s Southbank Centre later this year to discuss his new book.The Beatles legend’s book, The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present, will recount the musician’s life through his earliest boyhood compositions, songs by The Beatles and Wings, and from his lengthy solo career.It’s set to be published on November 2, and three days later on November 5, McCartney will appear at the Royal Festival Hall to discuss the book and his one-of-a-kind career.As well

Glastonbury Festival in 2020 are being lined up for next year’s festival.The Worthy Farm event was forced to cancel both its 2020 and 2021 editions due to the continuing effects of the coronavirus pandemic.Glastonbury is now looking ahead to next year’s festival – which is set to run from June 22-26, 2022 – with Eavis giving his latest update on the 2022 event in a new interview with ITV News West Country.“We do it better ever year, don’t we?” Eavis said about the festival.

Paul McCartney has paid emotional tribute to Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, who died today aged 80.The Beatles legend was among a huge number of musicians paying their respects to the Stones sticksman this evening (August 24), calling the loss “a huge blow”.“So sad to hear about Charlie Watts – Stones drummer – dying,” he said in a video posted to social media.“He was a lovely guy.

Paul McCartney has revealed the names of the 154 songs that are featured in his forthcoming career-spanning biography, ‘The Lyrics’.The book, which was announced earlier this year and is due for release on November 2, will recount the musician’s life through his earliest boyhood compositions, songs by The Beatles, Wings and from his lengthy solo career.It will also be presented with previously unseen drafts, letters and pictures from his personal archive.Arranged alphabetically to provide a

according to the Guardian.The book, which will feature 154 songs, is described by McCartney, 79, as a “self-portrait in 154 songs.” Each song will also be accompanied by commentary from McCartney, who recently released “McCartney III” about its creation.The book’s publisher Allen Lane told the Guardian it will also feature the lyrics to an unrecorded song titled “Tell Me Who He Is.” It is set to be released on Nov.

Paul McCartney and his daughters Mary and Stella in 2009, encourages people to eat a plant-based diet once a week. The idea is to help reduce their meat consumption in order to slow climate change, conserve precious natural resources and improve their health.The study is published in the journal Appetite, which can be accessed here.

Paul McCartney thanks to Sean Lock, whose death was confirmed today (August 18).Lock, best known for appearing on 8 Out of 10 Cats and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, died from cancer at the age of 58.

Paul McCartney has encouraged his fans and followers on social media to get vaccinated against coronavirus.The Beatles legend is the latest high-profile music star to back the global vaccination effort, with Ariana Grande urging her fans to step forward and receive their jabs over the weekend.Posting on his social media channels yesterday (August 2), McCartney shared an image of himself receiving one of his jabs.“BE COOL.

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Super Furry Animals have shared an isolated audio track of Paul McCartney chewing celery after they collaborated with him on a 2001 track.The Beatles legend’s unique cameo came on the song ‘Receptacle For The Respectable’, which is being reissued as part of a series of 20th anniversary celebrations for the Welsh band’s 2001 album ‘Rings Around The World’.After meeting the band at the NME Awards in 2000, McCartney agreed to provide ‘carrot and celery’ percussion to ‘Receptacle For The

Mark Ronson has revealed how he refused to accept payment for a DJ set at Paul McCartney‘s wedding and instead asked the Beatles icon to feature on his album.The DJ and producer was behind the decks at McCartney’s 2011 wedding to third wife Nancy Shevell, but he said it was impossible to take a fee for the prestigious gig.“I said, ‘I can’t possibly charge you, but maybe one day down the road, you could come and bless some song I have with an amazing bass part’,” Ronson recalled in a new Radio

Beatles classic — one of the greatest albums in rock history — would have never become “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.”“I was on a plane with our roadie, and we were eating.

Paul McCartney has revealed that he still has unreleased “story songs” that were written in the style of ‘Eleanor Rigby’.Penned by McCartney and John Lennon, the aforementioned classic track appears on The Beatles‘ 1966 studio album, ‘Revolver’.Speaking to Uncut magazine for its September 2021 issue, McCartney explained there are some similar “story songs” that remain in his archive to this day.“I’ve still got a few that I haven’t released,” he said.

Paul McCartney is seen discussing and dissecting The Beatles and his solo work with Rick Rubin in the new trailer for McCartney 3,2,1 – you can watch the clip below.The upcoming six-episode Hulu documentary series will see the legendary musician break down his music career in depth with the acclaimed producer.“In this six-episode series that explores music and creativity in a unique and revelatory manner, the documentary gives a front-row seat to Paul and Rick in an intimate conversation about

You know living legend Paul McCartney, former founding member of The Beatles and overall pop songwriting genius and icon. And you probably know or have heard of Rick Rubin, the famed extremely eclectic music producer behind classic albums by Tom Petty, Johnny Cash, LL Cool J, RUN-DMC, The Beastie Boys, Slayer, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jay-Z, and more.

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Sir Paul McCartney enjoyed a very special treat to mark his 79th birthday on Friday courtesy of his daughters Mary and Stella McCartney.The duo exercised their vocal cords to sing 'Happy Birthday' to their famous dad in a sweet video shared on Instagram.MORE: Paul McCartney and wife Nancy Shevell enjoy romantic trip to the beachIn the clip, photographer Mary, 51, and fashion designer Stella, 49, belted out the classic song to the camera before panning over to capture Paul and enjoy a sweet

Paul McCartney, The 1975, Liam Gallagher and Foals are among those donating prizes to a new campaign to help London’s homeless.Streets Of London, the registered charity which funds specialist support for people who are homeless in the capital, has kickstarted its #comeonhome campaign with a unique prize draw.Prizes in the draw include a signed gift box from McCartney, a meet and greet opportunity with The 1975, a Fender Stratocaster signed by Mark Knopfler, tickets and an overnight stay for

Sir Paul McCartney and his wife of nine years, Nancy Shevell, looked as in love as ever as they headed out to dinner in The Hamptons over the weekend.MORE: A look back at Paul and Nancy's weddingThe happy couple wore matching dark ensembles, with Nancy, 61, choosing a gorgeous black and white long-sleeved blouse and black trousers, which she accessoried with matching sandals and a silver heart pendant. WATCH: Paul McCartney reveals stunning artwork inside private homeNancy chose a relaxed hair

Paul McCartney and Ed Sheeran have both been named in The Sunday Times’ Rich List 2021 as being among the wealthiest musicians in the UK and Ireland.The latest edition of the paper’s annual focus on the world’s wealthiest people has been published today (May 21), with special attention being devoted to examining the wealth of some of the biggest music acts from the UK and Ireland.The Sunday Times notes that despite the lack of lucrative revenue from touring during the majority of 2020 due to the

Paul McCartney has teamed up with Rick Rubin for a new documentary series on Hulu.McCartney 3, 2, 1 will explore McCartney’s musical history as a former Beatle, for a rare one-on-one interview with Rubin.The six-episode series will span McCartney’s work with The Beatles and Wings as well as his 50 plus years as a solo artist.