Paul McCartney Archives - Page 2
Paul McCartney’s Long-Lost Höfner Bass Gets Its Own BBC Documentary
Paul McCartney’s legendary Höfner 500/1 bass, stolen in 1972 and found in 2024, takes center stage in the new BBC documentary "The Beatle and the Bass."
Newly Released Footage of the Beatles’ First U.S. Concert Captures Beatlemania in Full Swing
The Beatles’ first American concert is back on film, with Paul McCartney holding it all together while thousands of fans scream through every note.
Paul McCartney Brings Beatles & Wings Hits Back to North America on 2025 “Got Back” Tour
Paul McCartney’s 2025 "Got Back" tour hits North America with Beatles and Wings favorites. Check the full schedule and band lineup.
Is This Paul McCartney’s Funkiest Bass Line? Inside “Goodnight Tonight”
Paul McCartney's "Goodnight Tonight" features one of his funkiest bass lines. Paul Thompson dives into the groove, tone, and story behind the track.
“Starting Over Felt Crazy”: Paul McCartney’s New Book Dives into Wings’ Wild Ride
Paul McCartney's new book, "Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run," uncovers rare photos, personal struggles, and the journey of rebuilding after The Beatles.
No Treble’s 2024 Reader Favorite Bassists – #7: Paul McCartney’s Timeless Legacy
Paul McCartney’s return to the stage, the return of his iconic Hofner bass, and the Wings vault release made 2024 unforgettable. Find out why he ranks #7 on No Treble's Reader Favorites.
Paul McCartney’s New Year’s Resolution: The Beatles Legend’s Next Chapter Includes New Album and More
Following an eventful 2024, Paul McCartney has revealed that fans have even more to look forward to in 2025.
Paul McCartney’s Original Hofner Returns to Action After 51 Years (with “Get Back”)
Paul McCartney’s original 1961 Hofner bass was found after a 51 year search. Sir Paul brought it out on stage in London on December 19, with the help of some special guests: Ronnie Wood and Ringo Starr.
Paul McCartney Documentary “One Hand Clapping” Coming to Theaters
In August 1974, Paul McCartney took his band Wings into Abbey Road Studios to film a documentary. The project got an official release back in June as “One Hand Clapping” and now the film portion is coming to movie theaters.
Paul McCartney Opens the Wings Archives for “One Hand Clapping”
A new piece of Paul McCartney’s archives has been unveiled fifty years after it was created. In August 1974, the former Beatle and his band Wings went to Abbey Road Studios to film a documentary and record a live studio album that never made the cut. That project has now gotten an official release as “One Hand Clapping.”
Paul McCartney Gives 6-Figure Reward for Höfner Bass’s Return
One of the biggest bass mysteries was solved this year when Paul McCartney’s Höfner bass was returned 50 years after it was stolen. McCartney awarded a 6-figure sum as a thank you.
Report: Paul McCartney’s Stolen 1961 Hofner Has Been Returned
There have been several mysteries of missing basses of historical importance. Jaco’s Bass of Doom was thankfully found, though James Jamerson’s Funk Machine has not surfaced. In September, there was a big push to find Paul McCartney’s original 1961 Hofner bass, and after 51 years the search is finally over.