Paul McCartney SNL Appearance & New Album
Key Questions
What songs did Paul McCartney perform on SNL?
McCartney performed 'Help!' and 'Drive My Car' during his May 16 appearance on SNL. The performances supported promotion for his upcoming album 'The Boys of Dungeon Lane'.
When is Paul McCartney's new album releasing?
'The Boys of Dungeon Lane' is scheduled for release on May 29. Launch activities include fan reviews, SiriusXM specials, and multiple interviews.
What interviews and events are planned for the album launch?
Events include a 53-minute Zane Lowe interview, a TODAY show appearance, and a Chicken Shop Date segment where McCartney named John Lennon his favorite Beatle. A new video shows McCartney in conversation with Rob Brydon at the Roundhouse.
Has Paul McCartney reached any new chart milestones?
McCartney secured his 24th number one album in the UK. A social media shoutout from Taylor Swift added cross-fandom attention to the release.
What recent comments has McCartney made about Beatles history?
McCartney noted that Beatles history has been 'distorted' over the years as he turns 84. He also described former manager Allen Klein as 'a sort of demon' in related remarks.
McCartney performed on SNL May 16 including 'Help!' and 'Drive My Car', promoting 'The Boys of Dungeon Lane' (released May 29). Album launch day includes fan reviews, SiriusXM specials, Zane Lowe interview (53 min), TODAY show interview, Chicken Shop Date where he named John Lennon his favorite Beatle, and new interviews where he calls Allen Klein a 'sort of demon' and reflects on distorted Beatles history as he turns 84. New official video: McCartney in conversation at the Roundhouse with Rob Brydon. Mild vocal concerns persist but overshadowed. Taylor Swift's social media shoutout adds cross-fandom buzz. Milestone: McCartney secured his 24th number one album in the UK.