JOURNAL ARTICLE

McCARTNEY II: PAUL McCARTNEY.

  • Published In: Classic Pop, 2025, n. 97. P. 66 1 of 3

  • Database: Music Index with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Wallace, Wyndham 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Paul McCartney's tumultuous period leading up to and following the release of his 1980 album, *McCartney II*. Despite receiving harsh criticism from publications like NME and Rolling Stone, the album achieved commercial success, reaching No. 1 in the UK and No. 3 in the United States. The narrative highlights McCartney's legal troubles in Japan due to marijuana possession, which led to his brief imprisonment and the cancellation of a Wings tour, ultimately impacting his relationships within the band. The article also discusses McCartney's experimental approach to music during this time, utilizing synthesizers and a lo-fi recording style, which has since garnered appreciation from contemporary artists. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Classic Pop. 2025/10, Issue 97, p66
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Music
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2050-6643
  • Accession Number:187769876
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