Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder

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Photographer: MJ Kim

This year sees 30 years since Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder first worked together on the classic smash hit Ebony and Ivory (March 1982), which was number 1 in the UK and the US. The release of Paul's new album Kisses On The Bottom sees them reunited on the track, Only Our Hearts. Only Our Hearts is one of two original McCartney compositions included on the album, which is a collection of standards Paul grew up listening to in his childhood.

On working with Stevie Paul said, "Stevie came along to the studio in LA and he listened to the track for about ten minutes and he totally got it. He just went to the mic and within 20 minutes had nailed this dynamite solo. When you listen you just think, 'How do you come up with that?' But it's just because he is a genius, that's why'.

Stevie joined Paul at LA's legendary Capitol Studio's to record the track.

Kisses On The Bottom is a collection of standards Paul grew up listening to in his childhood as well as the two new McCartney compositions My Valentine and Only Our Hearts. With the help of Grammy Award-winning producer Tommy LiPuma and Diana Krall and her band, Paul’s new album is a deeply personal journey through classic American compositions that, in some cases, a young Paul first heard his father perform on piano at home

Kisses On The Bottom is out on Tuesday, February 7th.

Exclusive - Mathew Street Festival 2012

Although there have been no official announcements as yet, word has it that the Beatles stages will return to this year's Mathew Street Festival with all the albums being played in full on the outdoor stages (as happened in 2010).

The Mersey Beatles performing songs from Sgt Pepper

While the schedule and the bands have yet to be officially confirmed, the BBFC has it on good authority that the Mersey Beatles, the Cavern Club's very own resident Beatle Tribute Band will be performing the iconic Sgt Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Band!


That promises to be a performance not to be missed!!


Remember to check the BBFC website for updates on International Beatles Week and the 2012 Mathew Street Festival!

HENRY McCULLOUGH and DENNY SEIWELL to Reunite for New CD of Beatles and Paul songs

Damian Smyth, co-author of The Beatles and Ireland, has just shared this news with the BBFC:


Former Wings Lead Guitarist HENRY McCULLOUGH made his first U.S. appearance in over 20 years, last summer at our Chicago FEST, and he was most personable. His stylish brand of guitar is most evident on the solo on My Love, considered one of the best in popular music. Before joining Wings, Henry was a member of Joe Cocker's Grease Band, and appeared at Woodstock.


Henry and fellow Wings band mate Drummer DENNY SEIWELL are reuniting at our FEST with a musical surprise. They are recording a CD of Wings and Beatles songs and plan to have it ready exclusively for us in March.


They plan to perform some of these new versions Live at THE FEST.


Denny is also going to have another Live Drum Session History of the Ram Album. Denny began his relationship with Paul during the Ram Sessions as a New York City Session Musician. Paul asked him to join Wings, which he did. Henry and Denny were in Wings at the same time for Red Rose Speedway and a few hit singles.


For more details on The Fest, click here 

Celebrate Valentine's Day in Style at the Hard Day's Night hotel in Liverpool

All you need is love ... Delighted to present to romantics and lovers of good food everywhere : 'So This is Blakes Valentines Menu' Our chefs have hand crafted a stunning six course menu , for the special price of £42.50 Table reservations are now being taken. Click here for more information, download our menu’s or to book online.

Paul McCartney Live Webstream

Join Paul As He Starts Promotion For His New Album 'Kisses On The Bottom'


Thursday 19th Jan – 11am EST (4pm in the UK)



Tune in live to PaulMcCartney.com tomorrow (Thursday 19th January) at 11am (EST; 4pm in the UK) to get an exclusive live behind the scenes broadcast of Paul answering questions from some of the world's media. Paul will be spending the afternoon in London talking with press from around the world to promote the release of his new album.

PaulMcCartney.com will stream 30 minutes of the afternoon at some point between 11am and 12pm (4pm to 5pm in the UK).

In addition you have the opportunity to ask a question to Paul. Simply email your question to kissesonthebottom@paulmccartney.com and one question will be chosen and given to Paul to answer.

This is an amazing chance for fans to get a fly on the wall view of what happens before an album is released.

'Kisses On The Bottom' is released on February 6th in the UK and Feb 7th in the US.

Pre-Order Kisses On The Bottom: 

Official website: http://www.paulmccartney.com 

Twitter: http://twitter.com/PaulMcCartney 

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/PaulMcCartney 

MOST FAMOUS CLUB IN THE WORLD CELEBRATES 55 YEARS IN BUSINESS

Liverpool’s iconic Cavern Club celebrated its 55th birthday by inviting 200 music students to perform on the same stage as superstars Sir Paul McCartney, Dave Gilmore, Arctic Monkeys and Adele.

Celebrations included a visit from Liverpool’s Lord Mayor, Councillor Frank Prendergast who met the Mayor of Solihull, Councillor Irene Chamberlain and, along with 200 pupils, presented Cavern Club owners with a giant 55th Birthday card filled with personal messages. 

The birthday marks Solihull Music Services’ annual pilgrimage to The Cavern Club where students, aged between 12 and 18 years old, perform 20-minute sets of their own material on the world famous Cavern Club stage. Solihull Music Services works in partnership with pupils and schools to provide equipment and opportunities for music making. 

Cavern Club owner Dave Jones said: “We have an ongoing relationship with Solihull Music Services after they started bringing pupils to visit us almost four years ago. We were extremely impressed with the musical ability we saw and since then we have honoured our commitment to fostering new music talent by inviting them back for our birthday. The Cavern Club isn’t just about Liverpool’s great music legacy but about the music of today and the musicians of the future. 

“To mark the occasion we made each performer an honorary member of our new Cavern Club membership scheme. The Cavern started as a members club and we feel that now is the right time to go back to our roots. Those who sign up will have access to exclusive content on our website along with other 'member only' benefits.” 


If you would like to become a member of the Cavern Club, click here!

The Cavern club opened its doors on 16th January 1957 and was Liverpool’s first venue dedicated to live popular music. Over half a century later, The Cavern is still surviving and thriving as a contemporary music venue with resident tribute bands and original acts performing seven days a week.

Liverpool’s Lord Mayor, Councillor Frank Prendergast said: “For 55 years Liverpool’s famous Cavern Club has played a pivotal role in pop music throughout the world. I’m proud and excited to have celebrated this landmark birthday with the owners and some of our future musical stars.” 

The Cavern Club’s 55th Birthday is the first in a long line up of anniversary events taking place in 2012 – The Beatles 50th anniversary year. 

Become a Member of the Most Famous Club in the World!

When the Cavern Club opened 55 years ago, it was a members club and memberships cards from those early years are now extremely valuable. To mark the Cavern's birthday, on January 16 2012, a brand new membership scheme has been launched!

Two levels of membership are available: Gold and Silver

Gold membership costs £35.00 per year and includes the following:

• Free General Admission to The Cavern for a year*
• EXCLUSIVE Members only pin badge
• Personalised plastic souvenir membership card
• Monthly e-newsletter
• EXCLUSIVE FREE Members only T Shirt
• EXCLUSIVE member only content online
• Immediate notification of latest gigs
• Priority notification of latest products
• Fan club events

Silver membership costs £17.50 and includes the following:

• FREE General admission to the Cavern for a year*
• EXCLUSIVE Member Only pin badge
• Personalised plastic souvenir membership Card
• Monthly e-newsletter
• Notification of latest gigs
• Priority notification of latest products
• Fan club events

*Some restrictions may apply

More details of how to become a member of the most famous club in the world are on the Cavern website here.