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Jimi Hendrix Asked Paul McCartney to Play Bass on Record With Miles Davis

Dave Lifton — Sun, 12 May 2013 15:52:36 +0000

One of the great "what-ifs" in rock history just got even greater. A newly uncovered telegram shows that Jimi Hendrix had asked Paul McCartney to play bass in a proposed recording session with legendary jazz trumpeter Miles Davis and drummer Tony Williams.

Paul McCartney to Headline Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival

Billy Dukes — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:40:53 +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.

Paul McCartney Spokesman Shoots Down Rumors of Upcoming Nirvana Collaboration

Nick DeRiso — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:00:25 +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.

Tommy Chong Wants to Get High with Paul McCartney

Jeff Giles — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:20:09 +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?

40 Years Ago: Paul McCartney Busted for Growing Cannabis

Dave Swanson — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 13:00:02 +0000

Paul McCartney really is "mother nature's son," and he's got the arrest record to prove it. In early March of 1973, Scottish police made a discovery on the McCartney farm. It seems Sir Paul was growing marijuana plants on his property. An arrest was made, which would lead to a conviction for "illegal cultivation" and with it, a £100 fine (about $240 at the time).

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

Matthew Wilkening — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:15:20 +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.

2013 Grammy Awards Classic Rock Preview: McCartney, Springsteen, Elton John & Sting

Matthew Wilkening — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 13:30:40 +0000

Bruce Springsteen and Paul McCartney are each nominated for multiple 2013 Grammy Awards, and could put further strain on their already crowded trophy cases when the show airs tonight (Feb. 10) live on CBS at 8 pm ET/PT.

Wings and Joe Cocker Guitarist Henry McCullough Suffered Brain Damage

Dave Lifton — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 13:31:17 +0000

Back in November, we learned that Henry McCullough, the guitarist who worked with Joe Cocker and Paul McCartney in Wings, was in critical condition following a serious heart attack. Unfortunately, McCullough's recovery has not gone as well as hoped. This Wednesday (Jan. 30) it was reported that McCullough has suffered brain damage as well.

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

Dave Lifton — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:54:26 +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 Tour Rider Bans Backstage Meat and Leather

Jeff Giles — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 23:08:09 +0000

Paul McCartney has long been one of rock's most outspoken vegetarians, so it should come as no surprise that the former Beatle tries to keep his tours as humane as possible -- and according to a rider obtained by the Smoking Gun, that includes an all-out ban on animal products.

Paul McCartney Joined by Joe Walsh + Nirvana Members on 'Saturday Night Live'

Jeff Giles — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 17:00:21 +0000

When you've got Paul McCartney as your musical guest, you need to take full advantage of his presence -- and that's exactly what 'Saturday Night Live' did on this past weekend's (Dec. 15) episode, finding a way to wedge in three performances from the former Beatle, with talented backing bands that included Joe Walsh and members of Nirvana.

Paul McCartney, Nirvana Song 'Cut Me Some Slack' Available for Sale

Billy Dukes — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 22:36:37 +0000

Paul McCartney's collaboration with the surviving members of Nirvana wasn't as unlikely as it seemed on Wednesday night. Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic joined the Beatle to close the 12-12-12 concert at Madison Square Garden. They sang 'Cut Me Some Slack,' which they wrote and recorded for Grohl's upcoming 'Sound City' documentary soundtrack, and the studio version is now available for sale on iTunes.

Courtney Love 'Not Amused' By Paul McCartney + Nirvana Collaboration

Chad Childers — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:36:56 +0000

There's no doubt that the Paul McCartney-Nirvana member collaboration on 'Cut Me Some Slack' was one of the highlights of the 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy benefit concert, but not everyone is happy about the pairing. Kurt Cobain's widow, Courtney Love, tells TMZ that she was "not amused" after hearing the news.

Paul McCartney + Nirvana Members Rock Out With New Song at 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy Benefit

Chad Childers — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 07:01:38 +0000

The day's worst kept secret came to fruition about midway through Paul McCartney's 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy benefit performance as his regular band exited the stage and the onetime Beatle found himself backed by the living members of Nirvana -- drummer Dave Grohl, guitarist Pat Smear and bassist Krist Novoselic -- for a brand new song called 'Cut Me Some Slack.'

Paul McCartney Blames Giant Bell For Problems During 2012 Olympics Performance

Dave Swanson — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 12:08:04 +0000

Nobody's perfect, as the saying goes, and Paul McCartney will attest to that. His performance of 'Hey Jude' at the 2012 Summer Olympics began awkwardly, which, to those of us watching at home, was strange given how many times he's sung that classic throughout the years. In a new interview, he explained what happened that caused the mix-up.

Paul McCartney Thinks 'Meat Free Monday' Could Help Save the Planet

Jeff Giles — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 03:37:06 +0000

He might be busy picking up Grammy nominations for his latest album, but Paul McCartney still has time to pursue humanitarian efforts -- and his latest involves trying to get you to set aside one day a week to stuff your face with something other than meat.

Paul McCartney Stars in 'He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother' Liverpool 96 Charity Single Video

Billy Dukes — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:05:27 +0000

Paul McCartney is one of more than a dozen celebrities who've joined the Justice Collective, a group aiming to raise money with a charitable cover of the Hollies and Neil Diamond hit 'He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother.' The song -- to be released on iTunes Dec. 17 -- will support the families of the Liverpool 96 as they fight for justice concerning a 1989 soccer tragedy at Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield, England. It's available for pre-order now.

Paul McCartney Concert Damages Roof of Vancouver Stadium

Dave Lifton — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 03:35:25 +0000

It would seem that Paul McCartney tried to take Parliament's 1976 smash hit 'Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof off the Sucker)' to heart. His Nov. 26 concert at Vancouver's BC Place caused damage to the lining of the stadium's new $465 million retractable roof, which was closed at the time.

Paul McCartney to Appear on Christmas Episode of 'Saturday Night Live'

Dave Lifton — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 22:50:10 +0000

On Dec. 15, Paul McCartney will be the musical guest on NBC’s ‘Saturday Night Live.’ This will be the last original episode of the show before Christmas. Martin Short, who was an ‘SNL’ cast member for the 1984-85 season, will be the host that evening. This will be McCartney’s fifth appearance on the long-running late-night [...]

'SNL' Christmas Show: Martin Short to Host, With Musical Guest Paul McCartney!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:24:10 +0000

Talk about your Christmas come early! A few weeks ago during Jeremy Renner's stint hosting 'SNL,' we were ecstatic to learn that 'Django Unchained' star Jamie Foxx would return to hosting duties for the third time on December 8, with musical guest Ne-Yo. Now, 'Saturday Night Live' has unwrapped its best Christmas present yet, returning alumni Martin Short to the stage as host of the December 15 outing, accompanied by none other than musical legend Paul McCartney!