Paul McCartney delivered one of his most unguarded interviews in years on Amy Poehler’s podcast, Good Hang. The hour-plus conversation covered The Beatles, modern music, and personal memories. McCartney became emotional recalling his late wife Linda, describing her gentle bond with animals. He called himself a growing Beatles fan, saying he feels “really lucky” to have written with John Lennon. On modern music, he praised Billie Eilish but noted many songs today are “very banal.” He also expressed concern about his portrayal in Sam Mendes’ upcoming Beatles biopics, texting Mendes directly about actor Paul Mescal’s height. McCartney’s daughter Stella also appeared, offering a rare glimpse into their relationship. His favorite song he’s written? “Here, There and Everywhere.” Story URL
Matchbox Twenty are hitting the road in 2027 to celebrate 30 years of their landmark debut album, Yourself or Someone Like You. The 52-date North American tour launches May 15th in Birmingham, Alabama, and wraps August 12th in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Rotating support acts include The All-American Rejects, The Wallflowers, David Gray, O.A.R., Matt Nathanson, and The Lucky. Highlights include stops at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the Hollywood Bowl, and Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The band will also appear at Stagecoach Festival on April 25th. Released in 1996, the debut album featured hits “Push,” “3AM,” and “Real World.” Artist presale begins October 20th, with general tickets on sale October 23rd via Ticketmaster. Story URL
Al Jardine says the Beach Boys name will live on, even as co-founder Mike Love battles serious health issues. Love recently returned to the stage at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium but appeared visibly frail, only managing backing vocals. Jardine called the sight “shocking” and admitted it left him “really depressed.” Despite a long-standing feud over the group’s name, Jardine expressed concern for his former bandmate. “He’s probably trying to pass the torch,” Jardine speculated, “maybe to his son.” On the same night Love performed in Nashville, Jardine reunited with Bruce Johnston and David Marks in Southern California. He said he’d be “honored” to carry the Beach Boys legacy forward, but acknowledged: “I don’t know if I can get my buddies to come out at every show.” Story URL
A new documentary series is set to explore Michael Jackson’s legendary Super Bowl halftime performance. Spectacle: Michael Jackson at the Super Bowl will stream on Hulu and ESPN in February 2027. Jackson performed at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, on January 31, 1993, during Super Bowl XXVII. The show is widely regarded as one of the greatest halftime performances in Super Bowl history, credited with elevating the event’s star power and cultural significance. The documentary features never-before-seen footage and reflections on the show’s lasting impact. A trailer is currently available online. The series arrives ahead of Super Bowl LXI, scheduled for February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, broadcasting on ABC, ESPN, and Disney+. Story URL