Paul McCartney’s last solo album, McCartney III (2020), recorded during the pandemic, topped the UK charts, his first solo number one since 1989, demonstrating his creative freedom and individual musical expression .
As the calendar turns to 2025, legendary former Beatle Paul McCartney has set his sights on an exciting goal: completing a new album. In a recent fan quiz on his official website, McCartney, 82, shared his New Year’s resolution: “Finish an album!”
He explained that while he was working on several songs, he had to put his recording efforts on hold due to his global ‘Got Back’ tour. Now with the tour concluding, he is eager to return to the studio and finalize his latest musical compositions.
McCartney’s last solo studio album, “McCartney III”, was released in December 2020. Recorded at his home studio in Sussex during the pandemic, the album topped the UK charts, becoming his first single to reach number one since 1989. Reflecting on that project, McCartney noted the freedom to create music for himself, without external pressures, leading to a collection of tracks that he personally enjoyed creating.
The ‘Got Back’ tour, which spanned several continents and ended with memorable performances in Manchester and London, featured surprise appearances from former bandmate Ringo Starr and Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood. These collaborations delighted fans and highlighted McCartney’s enduring passion for live performance.
With his tour underway, McCartney is looking forward to spending the holiday season with his family, enjoying the festive decorations, and recharging before diving back into his musical projects. Fans around the world are anxiously awaiting the new album, excited to hear the latest from an artist whose career spans more than six decades and continues to evolve with each new release.
