Paul McCartney to release 1st New album in 4 years

[TimmyB]

PAUL McCARTNEY SET TO RELEASE FIRST NEW STUDIO ALBUM IN FOUR YEARS

"CHAOS AND CREATION IN THE BACK YARD" IN RECORD STORES SEPTEMBER 12TH

"Chaos And Creation In The Back Yard," Paul McCartney's 20th studio recording since The Beatles, marks an end to a nearly four-year hiatus since his last studio recording, 2001's platinum certified "Driving Rain." The new 13-track album is co-produced by Nigel Godrich (Radiohead, Travis and Beck) and McCartney, and was recorded in London and Los Angeles over the course of the past two years. Its release coincides with the September 16th launch of McCartney's all new 37-city "US" Tour, his fastest selling concert tour ever.

"Chaos And Creation In The Back Yard" is a return to the basics for McCartney. The album successfully fuses his undeniable song writing talents with his unparalleled musicianship. In fact, McCartney is credited with playing the majority of the instruments on the album, which is somewhat reminiscent of "McCartney" (1970) when he was credited with playing all of the instruments. They include the drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, as well as many of the less traditional instruments such as block flute, harmonium and flugelhorn.

"Chaos And Creation In The Back Yard" is a mix of up-tempo piano driven McCartney instant classics such as 'Fine Line' and 'Promise To You Girl' and more introspective darker tracks such as 'At The Mercy,' 'Too Much Rain' and 'Riding To Vanity Fair.' One of the many highlights is a track entitled, 'Jenny Wren,' which Paul describes as "daughter of Blackbird," as well as 'Follow Me,' which McCartney debuted at The Glastonbury Festival, while on his '04 Summer European Tour.

But "Chaos And Creation In The Back Yard" would not have been either if not for the suggestion of now legendary Beatles producer Sir George Martin. Familiar with Nigel's credentials and with his published desire to work with an established artist, Paul made the call that finally put the two together in the studio. The collaboration seemed an unlikely one and thus the rumors began. What type of album was McCartney making?

"I did not want to rush this album," said McCartney, who despite repeated inquiries, touring commitments and pressure from his record label, managed to maintain his focus. "I think it was worth the wait though. The music became more interesting over time and I'm really proud of what we did."

The results are evident throughout. The songs are sonically robust, the instrumentation and orchestration first rate and the chemistry between Paul and Nigel apparent. The album has an organic feel reminiscent of Paul's first solo release, "McCartney," (1970) and some of The Beatles later recordings.

"We really made a lot of it up as we went along," added McCartney. "I'd try something and if it didn't work I'd try something else until it did. It was like making a go-cart in the backyard."

"When Paul and I got together we had a common goal," said Godrich. "We wanted to make a great album that was true to Paul. I think that's exactly what we did."

Full Tracklisting - "Chaos And Creation In The Back Yard"

Fine Line 3:05

How Kind Of You 4:47

Jenny Wren 3:47

At The Mercy 2:38

Friends To Go 2:43

English Tea 2:12

Too Much Rain 3:24

A Certain Softness 2:42

Riding To Vanity Fair 5:07

Follow Me 2:31

Promise To You Girl 3:10

This Never Happened Before 3:26

Anyway 3:50

Total Running Time: 46:54

www.paulmccartney.com

[Hux]

(((((hoping it doesn't blow))))

[elemeno]

hux, what about a new power trio??

weir, mccartney, ringo!!

[Hux]

I like - I like, they could be the adult-contemporary version of Cream....could call themselves..."Sap" or something...hehe...

[bouche]

what? no Hey Jude???

[TimmyB]

A lot of people didn't like 'Driving Rain,' though I thought it was a good album, not a great album like 'Flaming Pie,' but a good one just the same.

I'll definitely be picking up this album on CD Tuesday as I'll be seeing Sir Paul twice in October.

From www.rollingstone.com

McCartney Creates "Chaos"

Former Beatle returns with first solo album in four years

Paul McCartney is ready to release Chaos and Creation in the Back Yard, the former Beatle's thirteenth solo studio album, on September 12th. The follow-up to 2001's Driving Rain was co-produced by McCartney and Nigel Godrich (Radiohead, Beck) and marks a return to the simplicity of the prolific songwriter's classic, self-titled 1970 debut.

Chaos' thirteen tracks include piano-driven songs such as "Promise to You Girl" and "Fine Line," darker songs such as "Too Much Rain" and "At the Mercy," and the tune "Jenny Wren," which McCartney says is the "daughter of [the Beatles classic] 'Blackbird.'" The prolific songwriter plays most instruments on the album, down to the harmonium and flugelhorn.

"I did not want to rush this album," says McCartney. "We really made a lot of it up as we went along. I'd try something, and if it didn't work I'd try something else until it did. It was like making a go-cart in the backyard."

The release of Chaos will come just four days before the launch of McCartney's thirty-seven-city U.S. tour.

ALEX MAR

(Posted Jul 08, 2005)

[TimmyB]

what? no Hey Jude???

It might not be on the album, but I'm sure it will be on the setlist at Sir Paul's shows.

Hey bouche,

When you come down to see Jon Stewart at Massey Hall on October 7th, you should stay until the 10th and see Sir Paul McCartney at the ACC.

[bouche]

If I stayed for the 10th, it would be for Kevin Breit. I can't afford Sir Paul's tix.

[secondtube]

but it would be worth it to hear the ultra-heady Hey Jude...

Kevin Breit is always worth the money...

[TimmyB]

If I stayed for the 10th, it would be for Kevin Breit. I can't afford Sir Paul's tix.

That's too bad, though if you think about it Jon Stewart tickets are less than $30 bucks each more than Sir Paul McCartney. That being said scalpers won't be only $30 more.