NEW YORK – A new book by Paul McCartney is set to be released this fall, offering a look back at the band he formed after the Beatles disbanded.
“Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run” delves into the history of Wings, the group McCartney launched in the early 1970s. The band included members like guitarist Denny Laine and McCartney’s then-wife, keyboardist Linda McCartney. Wings made their journey from performing shows out of a van to achieving massive success with hits such as “Band on the Run,” “Jet,” “My Love,” and “Silly Love Songs.” The band eventually parted ways in 1981.
The book, edited by historian Ted Widmer, spans 528 pages and is filled with illustrations. It draws from extensive interviews with McCartney, who provides personal insights into the band’s journey. Published by W.W. Norton & Company, which previously published McCartney’s “The Lyrics” and “1964: Eyes of the Storm,” the book is slated for release on November 4.
Reflecting on that period, McCartney, now 82, expressed his excitement in a statement, “I’m so very happy to be transported back to the time that was Wings and relive some of our madcap adventures through this book.” He described starting Wings from scratch as a daunting experience following The Beatles’ immense success. Despite some challenging moments where he questioned his decision, McCartney explained how the band’s improvement and ability to captivate large audiences mirrored the thrill of performing with The Beatles and demonstrated their capacity to leave a significant impact in a new way.
