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While Andy was in Italy he had the opportunity to meet up briefly with non other than Luca Perasi in Milan! He now is the owner of a 2Legs shirt and Luca gave Andy an Italian copy of “The Lyrics” book which Luca transcribed for MPL!
Ciao Luca and Prego!
Hi All! No New Show this week (Andy was traveling) but we'll be back in August with new shows and plenty of content from the Fest in Chicago! Stay Tuned and Rock on all! ✌️
Andy is in Italy and “threw a pocket full of coins in the Trevi Fountain” 😉
New Macca book alert! Thanks to author Ian D. Derbyshire for his new upcoming book, 'Macca in the Long Noughties:Paul McCartney tracks, Life and Tours 1998-2009' now available to pre order on Amazon UK with an Aud 20th release date.
#86 - Baby's In Black
Though the Lennon & McCartney songwriting team found it harder and harder to truly write songs together from scratch as they got busier and busier, with "Baby's In Black," they were able to get "nose-to-nose" and write something truly different from what was expected at the time. A 3/4 time waltz with a melancholy lyric (possibly inspired by Astrid Kirchherr's mourning for Stu Sutcliffe), the first song they recorded for the Beatles For Sale album was a far cry from the uptempo Beatlemania rave ups of A Hard Day's Night or the Cavern-era screamers on their first two LPs. The song shows tremendous growth and bravery for daring to do the unexpected, and gives a brilliant example of John and Paul's best Everly Brothers-esque harmonies. It's a song they were very proud of, as evidenced by the fact that that once it was out, it stayed in their live show until the end of their touring days. Even in the jaded-slugging-it-out-un-enthusiastically shows of 1966, John and Paul seem to genuinely delight in being so close on one mic and singing in harmony for the entire song. It's a real gem that likely doesn't get it's due since it's a waltz in the 3rd song slot on what some consider their "worst" album.
This week, we close the circle on the RTB X meet up by welcoming Andy Nicholes to the show! After having his co-host Tom Hunyady on the last episode, it only seemed appropriate to have Andy on as well. We love 2 Legs, and Andy was great on the panels we saw him on at the Fest for Beatles Fans, so we're big fans. He joins us to talk about bootlegs, solo fandom, growing up as fans in the 90s, and so much more! Be sure to check out 2Legs anywhere you get podcasts and follow them on Facebook!
For you Julia stans, she's not with us this week unfortunately. She'll be back we promise. To make it up to you, be sure to listen through to the end of the episode for a little bonus treat.
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Watching for the first time! Thoughts on the film for those who've seen it?
Andy was invited on Kenneth Womack's "Tuesday Night Record Club" last night thru Monmouth University's Center for the Arts with Kit O'Toole listening to and discussing RAM along with a great audience! Thanks Ken and Kit and viewers!
Register for future sessions here: https://www.monmouth.edu/mca/series/tuesday-night-record-club/
Last week Andy and Tom helped celebrate Paul's 82nd birthday with some old and some new friends on Ed Rising's Pop O Matic podcast. Check it out.
A panel including Kit O'Toole, Fred Velez, Mark Arnold, Daniel Coston, Edward Crawford, Tom Hunyadi and Andy Nichols, join host Ed Rising in celebrating Paul...
Tom, Andy, and David will be live tonight (8ish) for episode 251! We will give our in depth review of One Hand Clapping.
Was it somebody's birthday today?
Couldn't wait for the mailman. Went to the record store and picked up the 2disc cd set. The band/mix sounds, and Macca's vocals are the true highlight for me (Tom) We'll be reviewing the set at sometime next week.
Paul McCartney dropped a brand new One Hand Clapping set today, recorded between August and October of 1974 (with some extra overdubs in February 1975). We decided to explore how it compares to other official and unofficial releases.
There's plenty to get excited about here with new cuts, new mixes, and instrumentation that has been restored to some tracks.
1. One Hand Clapping
One min longer than existing version and likely an unreleased take. Glorious extended Jimmy McCulloch guitar solo, and no fade at end.
2. Jet
Same take as the one released on Band on the Run archive edition but a radically different mix. Linda's Moog kicks off the track (which was mixed out in the previous version) and synth is also mixed high throughout. Also looks like a mix of two vocal takes.
Correction. Jet is actually a composite of two takes, one recorded in August and the other in October.
3. Soily
Same as the take released on Venus and Mars archive edition but a brand new mix made by Giles Martin. This take was a remake, recorded on October 9, 1974 as the take recorded in August was deemed unsatisfactory in the edit.
4. C Moon / Little Woman Love
A trimmed version of the medley, cut down from 4'36" to 3'21". Existing versions of this recording begin and end with Little Woman Love. But cleanest version and mix to date.
5. Maybe I'm Amazed
The same take as issued on McCartney archive edition but remixed by Giles.
6. My Love
This take has been available for years but never like this. Orchestral overdubs are now present throughout that were previous mixed out.
7. Bluebird
As per the version issued on Band on the Run archive edition, complete with bluesy brushstrokes from saxophonist Howie Casey's (now front and centre in the mix rather than mixed hard right).
8. Let's Love
Brand new take. Never issued before officially or otherwise. Extracts of this piano recording also feature on Venus and Mars archive edition and the McCartney Years DVD but this is new. Short but sweet.
9. All Of You
This recording was previously issued on the McCartney Years DVD box set, but this new version is 20+ seconds longer and much better quality.
10. I'll Give You A Ring
Again, this was issued on the McCartney Years DVD box set many moons ago, but this new mix is much higher quality and 10+ seconds longer.
11. Band On The Run
The same take as featured on Band On The Run archive edition but a radically different mix. Jimmy's guitar is higher in the mix and instrument separation is clearer. Nice job by Giles to get the most out of the complex, layered instrumentation.
12. Live and Let Die
Nothing new here but a more balanced mix with more space for the orchestra to shine.
13. Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five
The same version as presented on Band on the Run archive edition - a composite take of Paul live in Studio Two, and the album version with a live vocal overdub. One difference here, the very end does not crossfade with Band On The Run.
14. Baby Face
The first time this has been issued complete on record (it had previously been available as two fragments). Complete with New Orleans overdubs courtesy of the Tuxedo Jazz Band, overdubbed on February 13, 1975.
15. Let Me Roll It
Gutsy performance, as per the version issued on Band on the Run archive edition but a new mix.
16. Blue Moon of Kentucky This cut could be found on unofficial releases in the past (and was on acetates cut for members of Wings back in 1974) but gets its first official release here. Superb quality and nice to hear Jimmy's guitar solo higher in the mix.
17. Power Cut
Brand new cut. Recorded by Paul during a solo session at EMI Studio Two on August 28, 1974.
18. Love My Baby
Paul dropped this track as a website exclusive a few years ago, it's available on CD/LP here for the very first time.
19. Let It Be
Another brand new cut. Again, recording by Macca during a solo session on August 28, 1974.
20. The Long and Winding Road / Lady Madonna
Two more 2024 One Hand Clapping album exclusives. Both recorded (yes, you guessed it) during Paul's solo August 28, 1974 session. Imagine being a fly on the wall during that session!
21. Junior's Farm
New to the 2024 One Hand Clapping set. A composite take of recordings made in both August and October.
22. Sally G
Another brand new track. Likely recorded solo by Paul during the Backyard session on August 30, 1974.
23. Tomorrow
Exclusive to this set. Another delightful solo recording taken from Paul's session at EMI Studios on August 28, 1974.
24. Go Now
Another track that was on the original One Hand Clapping acetates and has been available unofficially for years, but is presented here in glorious sound quality on an official set for the first time.
25. Wild Life
Another exclusive to this new release. A tiny fragment of this track was on the One Hand Clapping acetates but the full track is presented here for the first time. Stunning cut.
26. Hi, Hi, Hi
It's always nice to end on a high, and this set delivers with an unedited version of 'Hi, Hi, Hi' (previous releases featured an abrupt slap-echo ending). Exclusive to the One Hand Clapping set.
In conclusion, get ready for Paul's Polygon, this album is a cracker!
We will tell the full story of One Hand Clapping, recorded over eight sessions in August and October 1974, in The McCartney Legacy Volume 2: 1974-80, coming December 10, 2024.
You can pre-order your copy here:
USA: http://a.co/d/eWk4JA2
UK: http://amzn.eu/d/hjjeaId
02. Correction. Jet is actually a composite of two takes, one recorded in August and the other in October.
What a fun time last night! Thank you Kit O'Toole Joan Borreli Kyle Hand, Joe Mayo Ed Crawford, Ken Michaels Beatley Tone and of course Mr. And Mrs. Nicholes for joining us last night as we celebrated our 250th episode. We also appreciate all the wonderful fans that have kept us going with all you're great comments! Here's to another 250!
Join us tonight as we celebrate our 250th Episode, Talk One Hand Clapping and All Things Paul (& Beatles) as always!
Tonight (8pm eastern) we'll be live for episode 250! We'll have some friends and colleagues join us for some fun conversations.
Join us tonight as we celebrate our 250th Episode, Talk One Hand Clapping and All Things Paul (& Beatles) as always!
To coincide with its release, the history of One Hand Clapping is the topic for E249 on the next 2Legs, and we're pleased to have The McCartney Legacy's own Adrian Sinclair to join us! Episode will be posted tonight!
The winner of the new Luca book is Michael Shawcross! The correct answer was Oriental Nightfish. Thank you to everyone that entered the contest and congratulations Michael.
We're giving away a copy of Luca Perasi's latest book, Paul McCartney & Wings: Band on the Run, The Story of a Classic Album. To win the just answer this question. What Linda track was recorded during the Band on the Run sessions? Please email the amswer at [email protected]. Winner will be announced Saturday.
We had Luca Perasi on for E248 discussing his recently published book "Band On The Run: The Story of a Classic Album" available now. Good insights from Luca as always. Episode will be premiering at 7:00 PM EST tonight on all our platforms.
https://www.amazon.com/Paul-McCartney-Wings-Story-Classic/dp/B0D26VPJRB
We hope everyone is having a nice Memorial Day weekend. We're hoping to have a new episode tomorrow with Luca Perasi! Stay stuned! Thank you Veterans! 🇺🇸
For E247 we had a fantastic chat with some fellow Macca Diehards. Back in 2007 Andy, Tom & James Liverani and Joe Mantineo all were fortunate enough to attend the Memory Almost Full "Secret Gig" at the Highline Ballroom in NYC! We share our memories, some photos and video highlights from this unforgettable night in all our lives. Coming Saturday!
What are your thoughts on 'The End of the End?' And yes, I still use an iPod.
The Current Leg and Former leg chatted today about The Moody Blues and ELO! Up on Andy's channel now! https://youtu.be/oxIqBoYkHQE
We're getting closer! We're very excited, are you?
See The Beatles like never before.Let it Be, fully restored for the first time, is streaming May 8 only on .
Andy's two hands are clapping now that he got his shirt!
Luca's latest book 'Paul McCartney & Wings Band on the Run: The Story of a Classic Album' is out now!
Tom got his One Hand Clapping crewneck today!
Junior's Farm from Yugoslavia!
We went live tonight now that "One Hand Clapping" has formally been announced and we were joined by some friends! Beatley Tone and Mazzy! If you missed it! https://www.youtube.com/live/5S684s_S_fs?si=jC7ydWx7MkJaTbLf
Let’s GO!!!!
Andy values sleep so he missed out on Beatles related RSD titles. But happy with what he got otherwise. Mind Games EP secured on EBay. No interest in Zoetrope stuff.
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Andy is in Italy and “threw a pocket full of coins in the Trevi Fountain” 😉
Was it somebody's birthday today?
Continuing the 50th Anniversary of the single 'Jet' we are happy to share a very rare promotional film for the song that we (Andy or Tom) have never seen before. Quality isn't the best, but it seems to be from when the song came out. You'd call this a lyric video in the modern era. We are thankful to friend and fan Steven Bechtler for providing us with this vintage clip! Anyone with more info on this film?
Rest In Peace, Our Sweet George. 22 Years. Andy recorded the VH1 tributes the day he passed in Nov. 2001 long before the era of YouTube where vintage clips like 'Crackerbox Palace' were rarely seen but very much appreciated and loved.
Happy New Years everyone! Thank you for making 2022 our best year yet! More great things coming in 2023! Be safe tonight!
Recapping Fest Day 1 in Chicago
Summer Live Series Chat #7
Just a sample of the inside of SOFI Stadium. (Tom)
Swinging London! Great time at the Imax but it wasn't perfect! (Tom)
Choba B CCCP Vs. Run Devil Run! Episode 124 of 2Legs features an interesting conversation that we had with Mr. David "Ghosty" Wills, DJ at WFDU 89.1. David's show "Vintage Rock and Pop Show" features a playlist of music from 1945-75. He is well versed in the 1950s music that Paul chose to cover on both of these albums. Tom, Andy and Dave discuss the bands Paul assembled for both albums, why they were recorded, where McCartney was at professionally and personally at the time as well as subsequent releases and promotional activities for both. We also consider should Lennon's 1973 "Rock and Roll" be compared to either of these. Which cover album do you prefer? Choba or Run Devil Run. David's Show: wfdu.fm/Hosts/RetroRadio/retroradio%20the%20vintage%20rock%20%20pop%20shop/
Hi Hi Hi everyone! This week on 2Legs we welcome back Antony Rotunno (Glass Onion: On John Lennon Podcast) for the second installment on the John and Paul relationship throughout the 1970s. This episode covers December 1971 through December 1973. Antony, Tom and Andy discuss the meetings and war of words exchanged in the press (Melody Maker etc) between the two during this time. Their responses in song to the Bloody Sunday Massacre (and potentially the two of them meeting in NY on 30 January 72). The relationship begins to thaw out in April of 1973 when John, George & Ringo finally cut ties with Allen Klein. The trio spend time discussing the Lennon-Elliot Mintz ABC Interview from November of 1973. The final installment on this discussion with Antony will center on the "Lost Weekend" of 74 and the alleged plans for John to meet up with Paul & Wings in New Orleans when they were recording "Venus and Mars."
In November 2001 Paul McCartney released the first album after the passing of his wife Linda. "Driving Rain" sparked the beginning of the later day renaissance period for Paul which continues to this very day. This week's installment features an interview with Musician and pianist, Gabe Dixon. Gabe played keyboards, organ and backing vocals on "Driving Rain." Gabe tells Tom and Andy a bit of his roots in Nashville, his early influences, first musical experiences, and finally connecting with Paul McCartney and Producer David Kahne. Gabe also has been a very prolific musician pre and post his Paul experiences. He has toured with Loggins and Messina/Supertramp and is the founder of the Gabe Dixon Band. He has two albums out currently "One Spark" and "Turns To Gold". And a new forthcoming release in Spring 2021. https://www.gabedixon.com/ https://twitter.com/gabedixonmusic https://www.facebook.com/gabedixonband https://www.instagram.com/gabedixon/ www.2legspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/2LegsPodcasts https://twitter.com/2legspodcast https://www.instagram.com/2legspodcast
Ring Out The Old, Ring In The New! Happy 2021 From your old friends Tom & Andy! For our first show of the (long awaited) New Year we invited Dylan Sevey back to the show to discuss an overlooked aspect of Paul's solo career: Instrumentals. Easily the most prolific of all ex-Beatles in terms of instrumentals, Paul has amassed over 30 officially released instrumentals in his 51 year solo career. Tom, Andy & Dylan also discuss many songs that have "fragments" or scant lyrical content and whether they should be classified as instrumentals. What are some of your favourite Macca instrumentals? Tell us below!
Simply Having a Wonderful McCartney III Time! Everywhere It's Christmas for McCartney fans! For our final regular show of 2020 we welcome Luca Perasi author of the tremendous book "Paul McCartney Recording Sessions (1969-2013.)" Luca gives us his thoughts on McCartney III and provides some insight on an update to his now legendary and essential text. https://twitter.com/LucaPerasi Tom and Andy would like to wish all our viewers and subscribers a wonderful holiday and Christmas to everyone. Thank you for supporting 2Legs in 2020 and onto bigger and better things in 2021! http://www.2legspodcast.com/ https://www.facebook.com/2LegsPodcasts https://twitter.com/2legspodcast https://www.instagram.com/2legspodcast
"And then we were New..." This latest installment of 2Legs features a "New" up and coming Podcaster to the Beatles world. Mr. Ethan Alexanian (Fans On The Run) Podcast joins Tom and Andy and tells us a bit why he started his show. We also flip the script and put Ethan on the spot on how he first became a fan of all things Beatles. Ethan, Tom & Andy also analyse Paul's 2013 album New and do another round of "Play or Skip" and also discuss the multiple formats as well as the bonus tracks that appeared on later editions. The trio also have a healthy discussion on where NEW ranks in terms of recent efforts and also how it stacks up against the now 2.5 year old Egypt Station. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we had making it. https://fansontherun.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/EthanAlexanian/ Reach Us: [email protected] www.2legspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/2LegsPodcasts https://twitter.com/2legspodcast https://www.instagram.com/2legspodcast/
"At the end of the end It's the start of a journey to a much better place." Clearly in 2007 it wasn't 'The End of The End'! This week 2Legs takes a reflective look back at Paul's 2007 album Memory Almost Full with special guest Ed Chen (When They Was Fab Podcast). Tom, Andy & Ed play "skip or play" with the 13 track LP, discuss some of the promotional activities associated with the album (including the "Surprise" shows), the infamous "brickwalling" production and Paul's switch to Concord Music and their thoughts on the album 13 years later. Given this week's announcement with the imminent release of McCartney III we here at 2Legs are very glad Memory Almost Full wasn't 'The End of The End!'! https://whentheywasfab.podbean.com/ Reach Us: [email protected] www.2legspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/2LegsPodcasts https://twitter.com/2legspodcast https://www.instagram.com/2legspodcast/
