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Yes everyone, it is finally time for us to tackle another of "the big ones"... In this part #1 we will be exploring, in detail, everything that happened to our Paul between the releases of Driving Rain (2001) and Chaos in Creation in the Backyard (2005). From this tumultuous period, yet pivotal period, we will cover... The death of George Harrison. Paul's Marriage to Heather Mills. The Heather Mills Media Circus. McCartney at the Superbowl (twice)! Both the Driving World Tour & the 04' Summer Tour. The Art of McCartney Exhibition. The Firing of Geoff Baker. Let It Be: Naked. The birth of the "Modern Era" of Paul McCartney. And much, much more... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
In this new side series, we will be going through every instance of a solo Paul McCartney song appearing in either TV or film. Come join us as we analyse Paul's progression as a composer for hire, as well as the use of his back catalogues in soundtracks. We will cover such works as... Live and Let Die The Zoo Gang The Ramones' - Rock and Roll High School Diff'rent Strokes Twice in a Lifetime Spies Like Us Only Fools and Horses And much, much more... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam (P.S. The next episode will be Chaos and Creation in the Backyard - Part #1, I swear!) If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and friend-of-the-show Max Comeau talk about some of our favourite McCartney Cold Cuts via the very loose concept of an official "Hot Hits and Cold Cuts" vinyl release. We're gonna do a double album with 24 minutes a side. Come join us to see which obscure tracks/would-be-classics make our track list. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Once again, the last time we did one of these was 2023! We're getting there folks. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Holy shit, the last one of these we did was in 2022!!! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Is there a song that you are still waiting to hear Paul perform live? Well, we are here to share your pain. Join me and friend-of-the-pod, Max Comeau, as we create our respective ULTIMATE McCartney setlists for a tour that will never ever happen... As far as hypothetical episodes go...this is a good un'. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and the wonderful Ed Chen return for another analysis of the videography of Paul McCartney. This week we are getting VERY 90's indeed, as we cover the videos from Off the Ground through Flaming Pie. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and Luca Perasi catch up once again to discuss ANOTHER new McCartney book release. This time it is the sequel to the massively successful, "Paul McCartney: Music is Ideas (Vol 1) 1970-1979", and it is titled..."Paul McCartney: Music is Ideas (Vol 2) 1980-2012". As per the usual, we will be discussing the book itself, his writing process, interviewees, and maybe, just maybe...a little Paul McCartney! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Remember that "Listen with Sam - The 7" Singles" side series we started? No, I didn't either, but by gum are we back to continue it! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Sam Whiles joins for some chat about "Back To The Egg", but primarily one of the few interviews Paul did for "Back to the Egg". James McCartney was not quite two years old, Wings was settling into the outfit that would become the final iteration, and Paul was toying around with tunes that would become "McCartney II". Also found in this episode is news that is slightly out of date (will that matter in a year, month or even a week?)
Despite being sworn enemies, two podcasters come together to break down two McCartney gigs from the Got Back Tour. My guest today is one half the unfortunately excellent "2:Legs" podcast, aka Andy Nicholes, and his two gigs were at the controversial Manchester Co-op Stadium. Lots to discuss, and yet we actually kept it under 90 mins...somehow... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Depending on who you ask, this is my Got Back 2024 gig review with either Simon Rogers or Roger Simons. Don't ask why. All you need to know is that this episode covers the last two gigs of the entire Got Back Tour (including a soundcheck)!!! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Yes, everyone we are getting back to Got Back! The never ending tour finally has come to an end so me and one of my longest listeners discuss his experience of seeing Paul twice in a row on this tour in Paris, the city of love (once with his missus, and once without!). Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and Andrew Brookes (aka the original MPL scruff) dissect and discuss McCartney's non-album singles, obscure oddities and unreleased material of the early 1980's. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam Check out Andy's YouTube page - https://www.youtube.com/@AndrewBrooks If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
To quote Elton John, the bitch is back! Me and Phoebe from the benchmark "Another Kind of Mind" podcast discuss, dissect and delight in the 2001 companion "Wingspan" documentary film, starring Paul and Mary McCartney. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and Max Comaeu move from the Hits to History, as we conclude our analysis of McCartney's 2001 compilation album, Wingspan. If you thought we were needlessly nit-picky on the last episode, you ain't seen nothing yet!!! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and Max Comeau tackle the hits section of the Wingspan: Hits and History compilation album. This was recorded earlier in the year, so if there are any out of date reference...I can only apologise. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
It was a singular joy to close out the year in episode 85 with Tom Hunyady and Andy Nicholes of the 2Legs podcast as we discussed the McCartney '71 tapes, some real moments of what this work means to us when other things feel upside down, a State of the Blotto Union, The George RR Martins of New England, New Year's Blotto Resolutions (including Stamos), why mistakes happen on the list, the Blotto Mono Box Set, couples counseling for podcast hosts, the mandatory Thanksgiving/Last Waltz chat, the Backbeat soundtrack, the Beatles early bongo obsession, Shea Stadium notes, if McCartney actually drove a boat or started a campfire in his Anthology interviews, the first time Ringo hit a mystery word for us, the best day of McCartney in the studio, Andy Nicholes calling "Yesterday" the worst McCartney Beatles song ever, a lot of talk about our mutual friend Sam Whiles, and the McCarntey barn burner "I'm Down."The interstitial music you heard between our intro and the welcome of the 2Legs gents is an original Scotty C. composition entitled "Elbows." Once you listen too the episode, you will understand why this was a perfect place to point that out.As always, you can find Team Blotto Beatles on Instagram (@blottobeatles) and Twitter / X (@blottobeatles), by emailing us (blottobeatles@gmail.com), or on the web (blottobeatles.com). We want to hear from you!Please also take the time to rate and review us on Apple podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.We have a shop! Grab some merch. You can always drunk dial us at 1.857.233.9793 to share your thoughts, feedback, confessions, and concerns to be featured in an upcoming episode. Enjoying the show? Buy us a beer via the tip jar (don't forget to include a message telling us what we should drink with the money).You know we're making a list of it, see the canonical, argument-ending list of Beatles songs we are assembling here: http://www.blottobeatles.com & listen to it on Spotify here.Please remember to always enjoy Blotto Beatles responsibly.Peace and Love.Hosts: Becker and TommyGuest: Tom and Andy from the 2Legs Pod (@2legspodcast)Executive Producer: Scotty C.Musical Supervisor: RB (@ryanobrooks)Associate Musical Supervision: Tim Clark (@nodisassemble)In-House Artist: Colin Driscoll (@theroyal.we)
It's time to spread our Wings everyone...by taking a look at an album comprised almost entirely of content that we have already discussed before. Yes, it is time for us to look at Paul McCartney's first compilation album since the last one, aka Wingspan (2001)!!! If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Join me and the elusively named JR Moores as we discuss his new book, "Off the Ground - Paul McCartney in the 1990's". It's in-depth look at the decade itself, how it shaped Macca, and how he shaped it in kind. WARNING: we are both digressers. If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
The one time I actually have a properly scheduled episode, those b*****ds at the Blotto Beatles Podcast go and give me an extra one for free. Take this a bonus, and the regular ep with be up tomorrow ;) Please enjoy this roundtable conversation that I was blessed to be a part of... Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
We continue our Thanksgiving tradition of hosting a roundtable discussion between the best and brightest in Beatles podcasting. This year is all about the reactions to and the the highs and lows of the recently released Beatles 64 documentary on Disney Plus. What did we think? Find out by listening to this Sam Whiles production.If you're listening to us, make sure to also listen to our guests wherever you find your pods:Ranking the BeatlesBC the BeatlesFans on the RunPaul or NothingAs always, you can find Team Blotto Beatles on Instagram (@blottobeatles) and Twitter / X (@blottobeatles), by emailing us (blottobeatles@gmail.com), or on the web (blottobeatles.com). We want to hear from you!Please also take the time to rate and review us on Apple podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.We have a shop! Grab some merch. You can always drunk dial us at 1.857.233.9793 to share your thoughts, feedback, confessions, and concerns to be featured in an upcoming episode. Enjoying the show? Buy us a beer via the tip jar (don't forget to include a message telling us what we should drink with the money).You know we're making a list of it, see the canonical, argument-ending list of Beatles songs we are assembling here: http://www.blottobeatles.com & listen to it on Spotify here.Please remember to always enjoy Blotto Beatles responsibly.Peace and Love.Hosts: Becker and TommyExecutive Producer: Scotty C.Musical Supervisor: RB (@ryanobrooks)Associate Musical Supervision: Tim Clark (@nodisassemble)
Get your deck of cards ready, grab an espresso, and wish us good luck babes! This is part two of my Grammy's conversation with singer/songwriter Max Comeau! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam Check out Max's music here - https://soundcloud.com/user6359744 And here - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kP9MgCjaJAIFH96wi6tvc If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Right everyone, it is time for us Beatle fans to do the one thing we struggle with the most...discuss modern music. Join me and enigmatic raconteur singer/songwriter Max Comeau as we break down all of the nominees for the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Rock Record, including (but not limited to) The Beatles final single, "Now And Then"!!! Check out Max's music here - https://soundcloud.com/user6359744 And here - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kP9MgCjaJAIFH96wi6tvc If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Oh gosh, was the last episode really also another Luca interview? Well, get ready cus there is another one just around the corner! You can find all of Luca's books here at - https://www.lily-publishing.com/ And you can find "The Beatles After The Beatles" both parts #1 and #2 here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=the+beatles+after+the+beatles+luca+perasi&crid=1IBANMNDYESKQ&sprefix=the+beatles+after%2Caps%2C178&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_17 If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
The original "BIG GUEST" of Paul or Nothing returns (a lot sooner than expected) with another brilliant book on McCartney. However, rather than a giant book that covers loads of albums, we have a single, laser-focussed text on everything you need to know about Band on the Run. You can find Luca's book here, or from at reputable book seller - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Paul-McCartney-Wings-Story-Classic/dp/B0D26VPJRB?crid=2EJUEJXTCF8TM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ns7es8Ttri-FLTFTmh9sUHNN5_uiRnqN_JlCnYO4-Jw.g4-WTgNUm5PvQv45jrcYMs8scVyHcVWnOXef6zFYbW8&dib_tag=se&keywords=luca+perasi+band+on+the+run&qid=1714159278&sprefix=luca+perasi,aps,72&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=andrewdixonmu-21&linkId=bea8fe1111cc21f9a4b2d9f34d76f422&language=en_GB&ref_=as_li_ss_tl If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Grab your popcorn folks; as this week I am kindly joined by the brilliant Steve Matteo, the author of the new cinematic Beatle book, "Act Naturally: The Beatles on Film"!!! You can find Steve's book here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Act-Naturally-Beatles-Steve-Matteo/dp/1493059017#:~:text=In%20this%20comprehensive%20deep%2Ddive,of%20Get%20Back%20in%202022. If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Paul McCartney and Wings' One Hand Clapping is one of the most bootlegged albums in rock history. Fifty years later, the album is being officially released for the first time, with a fabulous new mix by Steve Orchard (and Giles Martin collaborating on the Atmos version). We're joined by Sam Whiles, host of the Paul or Nothing podcast and the Macca in your Attic YouTube series. Join us as we nerd out over one of the most interesting and exciting Paul McCarrtney releases in recent history! Plus, we discuss Mark Lewisohn's letter to the Times regarding Tony Bramwell's obituary, the recent rise in anti-Lewisohn rhetoric online, and the latest casting rumors around the Sam Mendes Beatles biopics. Listen to the Paul or Nothing podcast Watch Sam's Macca in Your Attic YouTube series --------------------- Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter/X for photos, videos, and more from this episode & past episodes — we're @bcthebeatles everywhere. Follow BC the Beatles on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you're listening now. Buy us a coffee! www.ko-fi.com/bcthebeatles Contact us at bcthebeatles@gmail.com.
Also: yes I do call him DJ Hellraiser at the start, and no he didn't mention it! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam (P.S. It's good to be back!) If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
It says it on the tin - we got together with the brightest stars in the world of Beatles podcasting to discuss the remastered, remained, and wholly reenergized Let It Be film. Listen in for more, and listen to the pods of our friends when you finish!As always, you can find Team Blotto Beatles on Instagram (@blottobeatles) and Twitter (@blottobeatles), by emailing us (blottobeatles@gmail.com), or on the web (blottobeatles.com). We want to hear from you!Please also take the time to rate and review us on Apple podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.We have a shop! Grab some merch. You can always drunk dial us at 1.857.233.9793 to share your thoughts, feedback, confessions, and concerns and to be featured in an upcoming episode. Enjoying the show? Buy us a beer via the tip jar (don't forget to include a message telling us what we should drink with the money).You know we're making a list of it, see the canonical, argument-ending list of Beatles songs we are assembling here: https://www.blottobeatles.com/list & listen to it on Spotify here.Please remember to always enjoy Blotto Beatles responsibly.Peace and Love.Hosts: Becker and TommyGuests: Jonathan Pretus of Ranking the Beatles, Erika White of BC the Beatles, Ethan Alexanian of Fans on the Run, and Sam Whiles of Paul or NothingExecutive Producer: Scotty C.Musical Supervisor: RB (@ryanobrooks)Associate Musical Supervision: Tim Clark (@nodisassemble)#PeteBestGetThatCheck
In the history of pop music, how often has a performer had the chance to try something radically different from what they were known for? Sure, there are some artists who evolved over the course of their career, so where they ended up was radically different from where they started. I suspect, however, the list of performers who were known and appreciated for a style who then made a big change is a lot smaller. Ladies and gentlemen, we're here to present the case of Grace Jones. Welcome to episode 175 of Love That Album. Grace Jones is that rare case of artist who was a model, then went on to have an ongoing career as a respected singer. Her first trilogy of records were rooted in the disco scene where she had a strong following. Then….Studio 54 closed, Disco Demolition happened in Chicago, and disco music finished its moment in the mainstream. Most artists would persist with what they know and fade away or go on nostalgia tours. Grace Jones isn't most people. With the encouragement and support of Island Records head Chris Blackwell, she was put in a studio with the kings of reggae, and musicians representing the rock and emerging techno scene. She released her 4th album, Warm Leatherette album in 1980….very different from anything she'd done before. In 1981, she released the album many see as the pinnacle of her career, Nightclubbing. It's a mix of interpretations of others' songs and a few originals. Make no mistake – everything she sings, she owns, but the support of the Compass Point Allstars really elevates the record. This was the band Grace was meant to perform with. I am joined by Sam Whiles, the host of the excellent “Paul Or Nothing” (a show dedicated to the life and work of Paul McCartney) to discuss Nightclubbing and other aspects of Jones' work and life. We had a great conversation that I hope you will enjoy. It's not often….well never….that I've had a podcast where J.G Ballard, Donna Summer, Iggy Pop and Vanda and Young are all brought up. Frankly, LTA is all the better for it. My gratitude to Sam for suggesting this album as the focus for the episode. If you want to hear him talk McCartney, check out Paul Or Nothing on your favourite podcast apps or at https://mccartneypod.podbean.com Download this episode of LTA from your podcast app of choice (not Spotify). You can also download the episode from the website at: https://lovethatalbumpodcast.blogspot.com/2024/05/love-that-album-episode-175-grace-jones.html Love That Album is proudly part of the Pantheon Podcast network. Go to https://pantheonpodcasts.com to check out all their great shows. You can send me feedback at rrrkitchen@yahoo.com.au (written or mp3 voicemail) or join the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/lovethatalbum Proudly Pantheon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the history of pop music, how often has a performer had the chance to try something radically different from what they were known for? Sure, there are some artists who evolved over the course of their career, so where they ended up was radically different from where they started. I suspect, however, the list of performers who were known and appreciated for a style who then made a big change is a lot smaller. Ladies and gentlemen, we're here to present the case of Grace Jones. Welcome to episode 175 of Love That Album. Grace Jones is that rare case of artist who was a model, then went on to have an ongoing career as a respected singer. Her first trilogy of records were rooted in the disco scene where she had a strong following. Then….Studio 54 closed, Disco Demolition happened in Chicago, and disco music finished its moment in the mainstream. Most artists would persist with what they know and fade away or go on nostalgia tours. Grace Jones isn't most people. With the encouragement and support of Island Records head Chris Blackwell, she was put in a studio with the kings of reggae, and musicians representing the rock and emerging techno scene. She released her 4th album, Warm Leatherette album in 1980….very different from anything she'd done before. In 1981, she released the album many see as the pinnacle of her career, Nightclubbing. It's a mix of interpretations of others' songs and a few originals. Make no mistake – everything she sings, she owns, but the support of the Compass Point Allstars really elevates the record. This was the band Grace was meant to perform with. I am joined by Sam Whiles, the host of the excellent “Paul Or Nothing” (a show dedicated to the life and work of Paul McCartney) to discuss Nightclubbing and other aspects of Jones' work and life. We had a great conversation that I hope you will enjoy. It's not often….well never….that I've had a podcast where J.G Ballard, Donna Summer, Iggy Pop and Vanda and Young are all brought up. Frankly, LTA is all the better for it. My gratitude to Sam for suggesting this album as the focus for the episode. If you want to hear him talk McCartney, check out Paul Or Nothing on your favourite podcast apps or at https://mccartneypod.podbean.com Download this episode of LTA from your podcast app of choice. The wider back catalogue of episodes can also be found at https://lovethatalbumpodcast.blogspot.com Love That Album is proudly part of the Pantheon Podcast network. Go to https://pantheonpodcasts.com to check out all their great shows. You can send me feedback at rrrkitchen@yahoo.com.au (written or mp3 voicemail) or join the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/lovethatalbum Proudly Pantheon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sam Whiles is the host of Paul or Nothing, a podcast dedicated to the life and music of Paul McCartney. In this episode, he returns to the show to discuss his current favourite Beatles song, Within You Without You, taking in George Harrison's exploration of Indian culture and expressions of spirituality through music.Paul or Nothing Podcast: https://mccartneypod.podbean.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/mccartneypodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063627630062Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiles1/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulornothing773Follow My Favourite Beatles Song:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFavouriteBeatlesSongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfavouritebeatlessong
Me and instagram gramophone man, Vinyl Benji, discuss the new "Underdub" (aka stripped down) mixes of Band on the Run that were released alongside the 50th Anniversary/Half-Speed Remaster thingymuhbob that came out recently! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam Check out Vinyl Benjy's page (@vinylbenjy) here - https://www.instagram.com/vinylbenjy/?hl=en-gb If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and a couple of right old toe-rags discuss Paul McCartney's final gig at the Cavern Club (not the real Cavern Club) of the 20th Century...oh and it's also still related to Run Devil Run... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and T.J. Shanoff Try Not To Cry, cry cry...it is What It Is...join us as we shoot the shit over Paul's 1999 covers (kinda) album, Run Devil Run. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Welcome back everyone. This week, we're going through the recording sessions for Run Devil Run, as well as a but of background on the original songs they were covering. In addition we cover Paul's extensive promotional push behind the album, it's album artwork, and a sprinkling of critical reception! Somehow I've managed to release a 3+ hour episode whilst actively trying to reduce my workload... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
So Run Devil Run (1999) is just a simple rock and roll covers album right? The background behind it can't be that complicated, right? WRONG!!! Also...I've definitely caught "Robert Rodriguez" syndrome...so many song clips... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
This one took a long time to come out...but only cus I had to make sure I was truly doing the best I could to detail the life and works of a fellow Brummy. There is A LOT of music in this one folks. Hopefully some you haven't heard of before....but be warned... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Sam Whiles (Paul or Nothing) steps in as we discuss the life, loves and trousers of Denny Laine. Also joining is Darin Murphy (who gets a few more words in than Roger McGough, the man who actually knew the Rutles). Merry Happy Holidays to all.
Vinyl is Red. Vinyl is Blue. I fucking love The Beatles. And I know you do too... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Right, we've had a week to process all of this...What do I mean? You know what I mean. Yes everyone, we are here today to give the full rundown on The Beatles latest (and "last" ever) song to be released, "Now And Then". In addition to a full review of the song, we also go through the full backstory leading up to the release "Now And Then" including clips of all of the "Lennon Tapes" that were gifted to the Beatles in 1994, as well as a quick analysis of the motivations behind its 2023 release. As always, this one took far longer to produce than I initially intended, but I am glad it worked out this way as my "hot-take" was wildly different than my views in this final episode. Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
After what must have been a creatively exhausting few months creating Sgt. Pepper, The Beatles blew off steam by recording a track that was more in line with the Goon Show humor they grew up loving, filled with weird voices and sound effects, creating comedic environments and asides, purely for the enjoyment of doing something that appeased them. It took them several sessions over a couple years to finish it, with Paul and John working in on it together even during some of their most tumultuous times. For somer reason, it was something they really wanted to finish. Usually a song like that would stay in the vaults, but by the time the wheels had fallen off, this bizarre track found a home as the B-side of "Let It Be," mainly due to John's prodding. If any song released during their time together could be considered obscure, it's probably this one. However, while it's understandable that this song may not be people's cup of tea, I've always found this to be an absolutely captivating and fun song. It's the absurd humor and silliness we all love in A Hard Day's Night or Help or (more so) Magical Mystery Tour, but on record instead of film. This is probably one of the best looks at the entangled relationship of Lennon and McCartney, two people so connected into each other's brain and psyche and humor. It's their in-jokes, it's their connection as friends with their own private world, and it's right here on record. It's two friends on the microphone doing being the kids they've always been, and it's a blast. How you can you listen to this and NOT smile? And not to mention, it has maybe one of Paul's most ferocious vocals, and possibly Ringo's fattest groove and best sounding drums? Cmon! Who else could do this!?!?! To discuss this bizarre tune, we're happy to welcome back our good buddy Sam Whiles. He's the host of "Paul or Nothing," the absolutely wonderful Paul McCartney podcast, which is the only place to get All Paul All The Time. He joins us to discuss the bizarre humore and charm of the Beatles, the weird chemistry of bandmates, early aughts internet, and why Jonathan chooses this hill to die on. Be sure to subscribe to Paul or Nothing wherever you get podcasts, and follow Sam on Twitter and Instagram to join the fun. What do you think about "You Know My Name (Look Up The Number)" at #104? Too high? Too low? Or just right? Let us know in the comments on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter! Be sure to check out www.rankingthebeatles.com and grab a Rank Your Own Beatles poster, a shirt, a jumper, whatever you like! And if you're digging what we do, don't forget to Buy Us A Coffee! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rankingthebeatles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rankingthebeatles/support
Right everyone it's a very collaborative one this week... The main focus of this episode is my swapcast with the Baa Ram Ewe podcast. They are a unique conspiracy and skepticism podcast, and they were kind enough to have me on as the "expert" on the Paul is Dead theory. In this chat me and the host go through a full timeline of events surrounding the conspiracy, the cultural impact of The Beatles and the nature of conspiracies in general. Also, as a cheeky bonus (and because it was too short to be a full episode) in this weeks HOUSEKEEPING segment (23:39) me and old friend of the show Tom Kwei discuss Paul's recent collaboration with The Rolling Stones! The song is called "Bite My Head Off" and we have A LOT to say about it... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcastTo get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
It's been a while, but it's time to once again indulge in some more non-album Macca material. This covers singles, bonus tracks, unreleased songs and bootlegs. There's some really obscure curios in hidden in this episode folks, so don't miss out. If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Me and musician Max Comeau discuss (amongst other things) his awesome new album Play McCartney (2023), aka his album of piano-based, Paul McCartney covers! Yes. He went there... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam Check out Max's album, Play McCartney (2023) here... https://maxcomeau.bandcamp.com/album/play-mccartney https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nCpPjSdiA-ukAus_gUoiMIXXBA3G4n6CM https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kP9MgCjaJAIFH96wi6tvc If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Guess who's back...back again? Paul or Nothing is back...tell a friend! Yes folks, after our brief hiatus we are back with a proper, three-plus-hour podcast, so buckle up! Join me, as we explore Rushes (1998); arguably the greatest of all of Paul's (and Youth's) side projects. In this episode you will find... A quick recap on who and what The Fireman is. What Youth and McCartney were up to in between projects. The Recording Sessions. What is Ambient Music? The Impact and Involvement of Linda McCartney. The Nitin Sawhney Remixes. The Fireman Webcast. LOADS OF MUSIC! ...and we cap it all off with a song-by-song discussion with my best friend (and friend of the show) Tom Kwei!!! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Episode 68 begins with some AI shenanigans before we jump right into discussion with our guest, and the host of the incomparable "Paul or Nothing" podcast, Mr. Sam Whiles; whether it would be more appropriate to tickle Paul McCartney or blow him a kiss; Hot Take Tommy; Sam feeling as if we gave him a throwaway track; Macca's new podcast; theories on the new Beatles track; carrying on the traditions of our parents; and the fantasy of "There's a Place."As always, you can find Team Blotto Beatles on Instagram (@blottobeatles) and Twitter (@blottobeatles), by emailing us (blottobeatles@gmail.com), or on the web (blottobeatles.com). We want to hear from you!Please also take the time to rate and review us on Apple podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.We have a shop! Grab some merch. You can always drunk dial us at 1.857.233.9793 to share your thoughts, feedback, confessions, and concerns and to be featured in an upcoming episode. Enjoying the show? Buy us a beer via the tip jar (don't forget to include a message telling us what we should drink with the money).You know we're making a list of it, see the canonical, argument-ending list of Beatles songs we are assembling here: https://www.blottobeatles.com/list & listen to it on Spotify here.Please remember to always enjoy Blotto Beatles responsibly.Peace and Love.Hosts: Becker and TommyGuest: Sam Whiles of Paul or NothingExecutive Producer: Scotty C.Musical Supervisor: RB (@ryanobrooks)Associate Musical Supervision: Tim Clark (@nodisassemble)#PeteBestGetThatCheck
Am I needlessly going to call this album "underrated" again? Only one way to find out... Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.
Skylar is back with both a vengeance, and a whole load of moody reports! Please enjoy. Peace and love, Sam Here's the link for the Stanley Tucci conversation - https://www.npg.org.uk/whatson/event-root/first-look-festival/paul-mccartney-in-conversation If you want to support the show, check out our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/mccartneypodcast To get in contact with the show, drop us an email at paulmccartneypod@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter for all Macca updates by searching @mccartneypod. Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXcuhC1jm1wqhUTWhVS-r6A If you haven't seen the blog, check it out at www.paulmccartneypod.wordpress.com where you can see loads of episodes start out life as a random blog post, before being resculpted into the quality content you are here for today! Hosted by Sam Whiles.