In one song, Paul McCartney managed to touch on his life before The Beatles became famous, the turmoil within the group at the time, and an imagined future when he’d no longer be in the band. Such is ...

A story must have a beginning, a middle, and an end. A good plot and established characters are vital elements. The perspective of the story is just as important. Is it happening at the current time?

Paul McCartney developed a knack for finding inspiration for his songs in front of him. It wasn’t always that easy. One musician called McCartney and John Lennon idiots as songwriters in the early ...

This episode goes behind the scenes of the 1995 documentary; new mixes of “Free as a Bird” and “Real Love” are coming out; and an updated book is due. By Michaela Towfighi The Beatles are back: ...

The “last” song with contributions from all four Beatles, made possible by new technology, finds its power in vulnerability and nostalgia. By Jon Pareles It’s not a grand finale. It’s a wistful ...

The Beatles were already pursuing solo careers even before they officially parted ways. News of their breakup emerged in 1970, yet John Lennon had indicated his desire to leave - referring to it as a ...