Macca to receive Gershwin Prize for Popular SongNovember 18th, 2009 ADELAIDE - Former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney is set to receive the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. The prize is a US Library of Congress honour, named for US composer brothers George and Ira Gershwin, many of whose original works are part of the Library's huge collection.
Osbourne Delighted By Mccartney SnubNovember 18th, 2009 OZZY OSBOURNE was stunned when SIR PAUL McCARTNEY refused to collaborate with him - because the former BEATLE insisted he didn't want to spoil the rocker's record. The Black Sabbath frontman used a chance meeting with the veteran star to ask whether he would like to make some music together.
Mccartney Lands Top Library HonourNovember 17th, 2009 SIR PAUL McCARTNEY is to be honoured by the U.S. Library of Congress - he is to become the first non-American to receive the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
US Library of Congress to honor Paul McCartney with its Gershwin Prize for songwritingNovember 16th, 2009 US Library of Congress to honor Paul McCartneyWASHINGTON — The Library of Congress is awarding Paul McCartney its third Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. Librarian of Congress James Billington announced the prize Monday.
Paul McCartney's son to make US debut at charity galaNovember 5th, 2009 LONDON - Sir Paul McCartney's son James is all set to rock in the US as he makes his American debut at a charity event hosted by filmmaker David Lynch. The 32-year-old James McCartney, born to the former Beatle's late first wife Linda, will give a sole performance at the fourth annual Change Begins Within charity event at Iowa's Maharishi University, reports the Daily Express.
McCartney inks deal with record company to release live albumOctober 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Sir Paul McCartney has singed a contract with Mercury Records for his soon-to-be released live album. The deal will see the Universal-owned Mercury Records release McCartney's Good Evening New York - recorded in a New York baseball stadium earlier this year - in the UK.
Lennon's tape reveals Macca was most important person to himSeptember 7th, 2009 NEW YORK - A new tape of late singer John Lennon's interviews has him saying that fellow Beatles member Paul McCartney was the most important person to him apart from his wife. "I only ever asked two people to work with me as a partner," the New York Post quoted the Times of London as reporting as to what Lennon said in the tape.
Macca dismisses reports that he'll quit after world tourAugust 5th, 2009 LONDON - Sir Paul McCartney has dismissed rumours that he will retire from his music career after his supposed next world tour in 2010. "All I can say is that I'm not retiring.
McCartney returns to New York to christen another Mets stadium in first concert at Citi FieldJuly 18th, 2009 McCartney plays first concert ever at Citi Field
NEW YORK — Sir Paul McCartney knighted another New York Mets ballpark Friday night, playing the first concert ever at Citi Field. "Long time since I've been here," the former Beatle told the crowd, then paused to take it all in.
How Macca drifted apart from Jackson over Beatles hitsJuly 17th, 2009 LONDON - Sir Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson 'kind of drifted apart' after the King of Pop bought the Beatles back catalogue and refused to sell it. McCartney and Jackson became good pals in the early 1980s when they recorded two duets - 'The Girl Is Mine' and 'Say Say Say'.
Macca accuses Jacko's dad for his troublesJuly 7th, 2009 LONDON - Sir Paul McCartney has accused Michael Jackson's dad for many of the late superstar's troubles. The former Beatle said that the King of Pop's alleged beatings from his dad Joe, 79, might have been responsible for his troubles.
Paul McCartney to perform Aug. 15 benefit concert for Atlanta's historic Piedmont ParkJune 24th, 2009 Paul McCartney to play benefit in Atlanta parkATLANTA — Paul McCartney is coming to Atlanta for a summer concert to benefit the city's historic Piedmont Park. The Piedmont Conservancy that cares for the city park said Wednesday that the 67-year-old ex-Beatle will perform in the park on Aug.
Macca aims to live up to 100June 23rd, 2009 LONDON - Sir Paul McCartney has reportedly told his friends that he is confident of reaching 100-years-of-age. One of his friends says that for McCartney, who turned 67 on June 18, it will not be a difficult feat, as he leads a healthy life.
Macca gets bored of being a 'Beatle'June 4th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Sir Paul McCartney has said that many times he gets bored of being a 'Beatle'. The legendary rocker has confessed that many times he gets tired of the fame that comes from being a part of the 'Fab Four', reports the China Daily.
Paul McCartney to perform at New York Mets' new Citi Field in July; first music concert thereJune 3rd, 2009 McCartney to sing at New York Mets stadium in JulyNEW YORK — The New York Mets are inviting an old friend to play at their new stadium. But not just any old friend — Sir Paul McCartney.
December 2nd, 2009 at 8:48 am
mccartney actually did not say it made him sick. he was obviously only joking. the heading is totally bogus. this is a common protocol, to gargle salt water, done by many vocalists. unfortunately, it’s also not uncommon for a reporter or blog poster to totally distort the meaning of something.