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Paul McCartney Sets May 29 Release for ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane

The new solo album teams him with producer Andrew Watt for a sound that steps away from familiar Beatles cues.

Overview

  • McCartney will promote the MPL/Capitol release with advance singles and a spot as musical guest on Saturday Night Live’s season finale.
  • It is his first solo album since 2020’s “McCartney III,” marking a return to a full-length project under his own name.
  • He and producer Andrew Watt spent four years shaping the record with the aim of doing it “different” rather than chasing a vintage sound.
  • McCartney said Watt felt “pushy” in a good way, crediting the producer’s enthusiasm with keeping the sessions energized.
  • The songs reflect on Liverpool memories and include a duet with Ringo Starr on “Home to Us,” with backing vocals from Chrissie Hynde and Sharleen Spiteri.