Paul McCartney Surprises at Hamptons Gig, Hints at New Album Collaboration
Last night, Paul McCartney made a surprise appearance on stage at the Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, Long Island, joining Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, and G.E. Smith for an impromptu performance. The former Beatle reportedly owned a home in the area and chose to drop by the gig during a visit to the Hamptons.
The Performance
The setlist included a ragtag update of "I Saw Her Standing There" and a raucous rendition of Neil Young’s "Rockin’ in the Free World". Charlotte Lawrence, Watt’s girlfriend, even joined in on the latter, singing along with the band. Watch the fan-shot clip below.
Collaboration with Andrew Watt
Watt had previously worked with McCartney during the production of the Rolling Stones’ 2023 album Hackney Diamonds, where McCartney contributed to the track "Bite My Head Off". Watt has also collaborated with other big-name artists, including Ozzy Osbourne, Pearl Jam, and Iggy Pop. Yahoo! hints that Watt will be involved in an upcoming McCartney album project, although details remain scarce.
The Musician’s Upcoming Tour and Film Release
McCartney is set to embark on a world tour, kicking off on October 1 in Uruguay and continuing across South America until mid-November. European and U.K. shows will then follow, with dates extending until December 19 in London. In the meantime, the previously unreleased Wings live performance One Hand Clapping is set to premiere on September 26. The film, shot in 1974 at Abbey Road Studios, has been restored at 4K.
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Conclusion
Paul McCartney’s surprise appearance at the Hamptons gig serves as a reminder of his legendary status as a musician and his willingness to collaborate with other artists. With hints at a new album project and an extensive world tour on the horizon, fans of the former Beatle have a lot to look forward to in the coming months.
FAQs
Q: What date did Paul McCartney join Andrew Watt and Chad Smith on stage at the Hamptons gig?
A: The date of the performance is not specified.
Q: What songs did McCartney play during the impromptu performance?
A: The setlist included a ragtag update of "I Saw Her Standing There" and a raucous rendition of Neil Young’s "Rockin’ in the Free World".
Q: Has Paul McCartney collaborated with Andrew Watt in the past?
A: Yes, McCartney and Watt worked together during the production of the Rolling Stones’ 2023 album Hackney Diamonds.
Q: What is the premise of the upcoming film One Hand Clapping?
A: The film is a restored 4K version of the previously unreleased Wings live performance from 1974, shot at Abbey Road Studios.
Q: When does Paul McCartney’s world tour begin?
A: The tour starts on October 1 in Uruguay, continuing across South America until mid-November, and then moving to Europe and the U.K.
