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Tommy Chong Wants to Get High with Paul McCartney

Jeff Giles — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:20:09 +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?

Another World Tour get Underway In 2013, This Time With Paul McCartney

Aaron on Air — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:02:43 +0000

Paul McCartney announced the first two dates of what is expected to be a significant touring schedule in 2013. The singer revealed plans for the Out There World Tour on his website this morning (March 20). His goal is to play cities and venues he and his band have never been. Response to the news [...]

40 Years Ago: Paul McCartney Busted for Growing Cannabis

Dave Swanson — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 20:25:02 +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 00:55:20 +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.

20 Years Ago – Paul McCartney Releases 'Off the Ground'

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 18:57:11 +0000

He's undeniably one of the greatest singer-songwriters and multi-instrumentalists in rock and roll history, but Paul McCartney's solo albums can be hit-and-miss, to put it diplomatically. 'Off the Ground,' which was released in Feb. 1993, was a case in point, featuring many of the lyrical and melodic elements that are McCartney's strengths, but somehow not quite coming together. The result was an album that was quite simply not among McCartney's best.

Paul McCartney to Start Answering Fan Questions Submitted to His Website

Aaron on Air — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 22:32:37 +0000

If you ever dreamed of asking Paul McCartney a personal question, you may finally have the chance. The ex-Beatles star has announced that he will answer one query per month. as part of a new feature on his official website titled “You Gave Me the Answer,” an allusion to a tune featured on the 1975 [...]

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

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 20:24:10 +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!

Yoko Ono Wasn't Responsible for Breaking up the Beatles According To Paul McCartney.

Aaron on Air — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 20:54:45 +0000

For many years, there has been much speculation that John Lennon‘s wife, Yoko Ono, influenced the Beatles breakup, but Paul McCartney says that it’s not true and that the band was splitting regardless of Ono. Classic Rock magazine reports that McCartney shares his feelings on the subject in a new interview with Sir David Frost [...]

Paul McCartney Sings Along With The Crowd to British Gold Medalists [VIDEO]

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 12:35:02 +0000

Have you been watching the Olympics? Here’s a great little video of Paul McCartney enjoying the British sprint cyclists gold medal win. Paul joins the crowd as they start singing “All You Need Is Love”. You can also see Paul’s wife Nancy Shevell and his daughter, fashion designer, Stella McCartney enjoying the win too!

Paul McCartney Slams 'Idiot' Who Denied David Beckham a Spot on Olympic Soccer Team

Aaron on Air — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 03:28:20 +0000

Paul McCartney is upset that David Beckham won’t be playing with Great Britain’s soccer team at the upcoming 2012 London Olympics, and he’s not afraid to say so in public, calling the team manager an “idiot.” Olympic rules state that only athletes aged 23 and under can participate in national teams, but each manager is [...]

Paul McCartney Pokes Fun at Officials "Pulling Plug" During Rehearsal For The Olympics [VIDEO] [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:20:33 +0000

Paul McCartney was rehearsing for an Olympics performance and he just couldn’t help but make a jab at the “Pulled Plug” incident last week in London with Bruce Springsteen and Paul McCartney. This video was filmed last Friday, and Paul says that there’s one week left before the Olympics. Paul and his band start playing [...]

Bruce Springsteen And Paul McCartney's Mics Turned Off Due to Curfew [VIDEO]

Lisa Lindsey — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:10:38 +0000

Oh those Rockers, such rebels! Bruce Springsteen was performing at London’s Hyde Park last Saturday night. Then Bruce brought surprise guest Sir Paul McCartney on stage for the encore. Of course, the crowd went wild as they broke into their first song. Then, as they finished their second song, the mics went silent. No, it [...]

Paul McCartney Pays Homage to Late Beatles Movie Actor Victor Spinetti

Aaron on Air — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 03:00:40 +0000

Paul McCartney is among those mourning the death of actor Victor Spinetti, who passed away Tuesday morning at the age of 82 after a bout with cancer. Spinetti starred in three films by the Beatles.

Paul McCartney Leads Grammy Finale With Bruce Springsteen, Joe Walsh and Dave Grohl in 'Abbey Road' Medley [VIDEO]

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:50:32 +0000

Paul McCartney did us proud last night as he (with a little help from his friends) closed the Grammys with a finale that won't be forgotten any time soon! Performing parts of the famous ‘Abbey Road’ medley with Joe Walsh, Bruce Springsteen and Dave Grohl was a great upbeat way to end the night after the sad news of Whitney Houston's death on Saturday.

Paul McCartney to Perform at the Grammys

Aaron on Air — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:52:13 +0000

Paul McCartney has been added to the list of performers at the upcoming 54th annual Grammy Awards. There's no word on exactly what Sir Paul will perform, but his new album of standards, Kisses on the Bottom, is scheduled for a February 7 release, less than a week before the Grammys, so it's not unlikely he'll treat us to a song off that project. McCartn

Paul McCartney Marries Nancy Shevell!

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:31:51 +0000

I think this one is going to work! Paul McCartney and American businesswoman Nancy Shevell became husband and wife in a small ceremony on Sunday. The marriage took place at Old Marylebone Town Hall in London, where McCartney married his first wife, the late Linda McCartney, in 1969.

George Harrison Documentary Premieres on HBO Tonight [VIDEO]

Lisa Lindsey — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:33:02 +0000

If your a Beatle fan like me, then you know there is a documentary coming soon about George Harrison. I told you about it back in July. Wow, how time flies! It will air in two parts tonight and tomorrow night on HBO. Oh Man, why don't I have HBO!!!

Paul McCartney Engaged to Nancy Shevell

Aaron on Air — Fri, 06 May 2011 17:22:32 +0000

Paul McCartney is reportedly engaged to girlfriend Nancy Shevell, sources tell PEOPLE magazine.

"Nancy and Paul are getting married - ring and all. Very exciting," the source said.

Heather Mills: Bad Girl, Really Bad

Lisa Lindsey — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:37:48 +0000

Wow! Just goes to show you that if you wait long enough, the truth will come out! I’m a huge Beatle fan and when Paul McCartney started dating Heather Mills I had my reservations, not that I’m weirdly obsessed with anything Beatle, but something just didn’t seem right. Now TMZ is reporting that her former [...]