Paul McCartney THE McCARTNEY LEGACY: Volume 1 1969-73

Paul McCartney THE McCARTNEY LEGACY: Volume 1 1969-73
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[@AndrewDixonMusic]

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[@emet-441]

Bought this book on day of release 12/13. I have been a huge Beatles fan since 1971 and I have to say in all those 51 years I never really fully understood what brought The Beatles to the official end in April 1970. In this fantastic book "The McCartney Legacy" I now have a grasp of what really happened to bring about The End. I'm not 100 pages in yet and so far it has been a great read and very, very informative. All serious Beatle peoples must have and read this book. The insights into the making of the "McCartney" album (1969-1970) is priceless. This book is worth its lengthy read, and I think in the end we all will have a better, richer understanding of Mr. Sir Paul McCartney 1969-1973.

[@jeremyb5640]

I've been reading it over the past two weeks for review purposes (thanks Allan and Adrian and HarperCollins). Catch my review & chat with the authors on the Readers' Digest website this week. Definitive account of this period, unprecedented level of detail, but a real page turner at the same time. I've been a fan for 45 years and I've never understood the timeline in quite this way before. Allan and Adrian have been working on this book for eight years and have done a wonderful service for fans - and for Paul. As you say, this is the biography he deserves.

[@KOSMICKEN09]

I'm a little over halfway through this book and I love it - it's so fascinating. I love how all the recording sessions are documented -

[@petermcgarrymusicandflying]

Just listening on audible only 10 euros. Excellent so far.

[@astrosjer822]

Can’t wait to dive into this book

[@triplejazzmusicisall1883]

Really appreciated this review Andrew. Have a Macca Wonderful Christmas Time relaxing time reading. Yes what a great grand final. Cheers.

[@kavend10018]

Thanks Andrew I downloaded it from kindle enjoy your blogs

[@andrewgalvin4559]

Saving this to read when I head to Liverpool for Beatleweek in the summer!

[@triplejazzmusicisall1883]

Thank you Andrew. I'll be definitely being buying this book. Some people like overviews but I love detail. As the quote goes 'the devils is in the details'. So are often hidden treasures.

[@MsNickybee]

Been reading it, I just love the sheer volume of research having been done described in the prologue x

[@TheMuleVariations]

Thanks for the review Andrew , looking forward to hearing more when you have read the book . It's certainly on my list to order in the new year . Also thanks for the excellent videos during the year , always entertaining and informative even if some of the special editions are way beyond my budget ! Happy Christmas

[@adrianmist6681]

Thanks Andrew for this overview, I will definitely be buying this in the new year. This book covers what I think is the most important part of Paul's solo career and it will be fascinating for me read this account and see how it marrys up with my memories of reading these events in the NME, I'm sure many back holes will be filled with this book.

[@bryanlea8115]

This is all incredibly bittersweet for those of us who've grown up with the Beatles (one of my earliest memories is sitting on my Nan's knee watching the Beatles on TV in about 1963) and now we're looking at 'legacies'. I mean, that's what time does, but nonetheless...

[@canadianstudmuffin]

Finally getting the book today. Great review! Have a Merry Christmas, Andrew! 🙂

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

And same to you Larry! 🎄🎅

[@Happy4Trevor]

I got mine on Kindle and can't stop reading it. It's so awesome 😍

[@hofnerbassman737]

Thanks for the vid and looking forward to reading this book. Merry Chrimbo Andrew and a gear New Year !! Cheers Tim

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks Tim, have a great one 🎄🎅

[@shawnatrockinchairsounds1027]

Picked up my copy last week. Been reading a bit. Hope to have more reading time over the holidays! Glad you got yours. Cheers!

[@Gothic55]

Great update/review. I have bought audible version at present but will buy the book in the new year. Have a great Christmas.

[@Beatleboy]

got my copy, great book.........still waiting on my singles box but its finally on its way to Vancouver

[@russelldalton7640]

Today's World Cup final was almost as amazing as the Revolver World Cup from 4 months ago! Truly a match we will remember the rest of our lives. Thank you for the book overview. I am looking forward to it.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

The World Cup was Messi. The Revolver World Cup was just messy. 😉

[@russelldalton7640]

That's fair. Whether watching Messi and Mbappe or listening to the Beatles on Revolver, it is wonderful to see artists at the top of their game.

[@frederickbartel2837]

Thanks, Andrew, for another informative video. You answer the questions I had about this book. Have a great holiday season!

[@robhill8335]

Thanks for all your brilliant and incisive videos this year Andrew. I hope you have a 'wonderful Christmas time'.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks Rob, same to you!

[@simonsmith3118]

Excellent preview as always. On order with my local Waterstones. Another shout for the excellent 1963 book and if you’ve not got it can recommend David Hepworth book on the history of Abbey Road. Great end to the year on Beatle related books. 😊

[@timshearn8203]

Have a great Christmas Andrew. Thanks for all the great videos you post. Looking forward to more in 2023.

[@pauldavis645]

Completely unrelated mate, but wishing you a very very happy Christmas. Keep the fantastic videos coming love watching your stuff all the best to you for 2023. Let’s hope we get some great stuff from the Beatles et cetera

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks Paul, hope you have a great one too!

[@pauldavis645]

@@AndrewDixonMusic 🎅⛄️❄️❤️

[@kingdicelille]

Looks promising. I'd pre-ordered it a few months ago. Thanx for the presentation.

[@ClarkKent768]

Great preview of the book - looks great! I'd had mine pre-ordered on Amazon for a while so hoping 22 Dec delivery comes to pass. Totally agree about the World Cup Final btw! :)

[@NNnn-zc2bm]

This final was heart attack inducing! I hope they sell the book in bookstores in my country as Amazon is usually unable to find my address and the book seems amazing

[@billmay7364]

Looks like a great book . Actually my Favorite period of McCartney . McCartney right up to BAND ON THE RUN. Another period is Flaming Pie 🥧 Looking forward to getting it.

[@jasontheoldmillennial7197]

I didn’t realize this book was out. I’m definitely getting this book. Thanks for the video and letting us know.😊

[@sharonevans6864]

Have this book under the Christmas tree and it looks like it will be a fantastic winter read. Hope you and the Mrs. have a wonderful Christmas. Take care!

[@kevinforbes1976]

Hi Andrew. Thanks for the preview. Like you I loved the Tom Doyle book so really looking forward to this one.

[@PeKe999]

Hi mate, Ordered it and release date is set for December 22, so I will get it after Christmas. Looking forward to it. Enjoy reading. Take care and Merry Christmas.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Merry Christmas to you too, and now, after all this time, I can see that you are a Peter and not just Pe! 😯🙂👍

[@feber16]

I live in the US. I ordered it on Amazon on Thursday and received it on Friday. Great price too $28.00! Should be a fun read!

[@1964Yovra]

Thanks! Possibly a nice Christmas read!

[@thomascrook5548]

I ordered mine today, and should receive it on Tuesday. Have a Merry Christmas Andrew

[@allanmorton6022]

Hi Andrew, another great video and looks like a book I'll need to buy. Thanks for all the content this year as it's great having a single place to go to for all Beatles related news and reviews from someone who loves the subject so much. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Allan

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks Allan, much appreciated, have a great one yourself 🙂👍

[@jamesgordon2805]

Happy Christmas Andrew, thanks for all the great videos.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks James, have a good one!

[@melissabrown2109]

Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas too.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

And the same to you!

[@matthewshelbourne9560]

Hi Andrew, I have enjoyed watching your videos this year and I just wanted to wish you a very merry Christmas and a wonderful new year.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks Matthew, much appreciated, and same to you!

[@melissabrown2109]

In Australia it will no doubt arrive after Christmas.

[@clarealdam6358]

Merry Christmas Andrew and to your family 🎅🎄

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks Clare, same to you!

[@stan8364]

It's out as an audio book as well Andy

[@candelise]

Hello Andrew, it does look like an impressive book, and, yes, THAT football match was quite something!

[@markplank5929]

I believe Santa will be delivering this amazing book on Christmas Eve. Thanks for the sneak peek. Happy Holidays!

[@dinnerwithgreedo]

Cheers! Just ordered it!

[@jasonmackay7499]

Hi Andrew 👋 Thanks for the video. I received my copy here in Australia 3 days ago and it is also the US version. I started reading it today and I am really enjoying the style in which it's been written, and certainly the depth of information 😀 I only recently finished reading Man On The Run, so it will be interesting to compare. It's funny, this is unrelated to the book, but recently I remember when you asked a general question about what we would all like to see as coming next by Paul, and I remember I said a box set of his singles would be cool, including 12" singles! WOW! Ironically, I don't have it, and can't afford it! Bugger! One day hopefully 🙏 Have a great Xmas Andrew 🎄 😀 and thanks for all your effort this year in producing very enjoyable videos ✌️👍

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks Jason, merry Xmas to you, hope a singles box appeayat a reasonable price some time!

[@starshiptrooper7670]

Andrew, I love reading your reviews. You're a fan and it shows. You've almost convinced me to buy this book. Seeing the contents page is what did it. Are you getting kickbacks from Macca?!! lol Merry Christmas.

[@PaulHolmesy]

I have the book on pre order in the UK. Looking forward to diving into it. Thanks for all your videos this year, Andrew. Always interesting. Happy Christmas to you and yours!

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Thanks, same to you!

[@mikeysaint4368]

I was only able to collect my copy from Waterstone's today. I hadn't realised its scarcity in the UK was due to it not being printed here yet. I've only just checked and found that , like yours, mine is North American. And, yes, Man on the Run is a very enjoyable read. Almost a hidden gem because it's talked about so rarely.

[@richardwallace4212]

I ordered this on Audible. I have a 12 hour drive on Wednesday and am going to make good head way into it

[@bosskbounty]

Looks like a fantastic book. Seems like this series may only cover the 1970's? Impressive work from the authors? Have a copy of Man on the Run myself, a good book. Same author wrote a 70's focused book on Elton John as well Captain Fantastic which was equally as good.

[@nowhereman_uk7700]

Looks like delays with amazon. Not being delivered until Jan.

[@raymondyacco3734]

Got mine on thur last week

[@joedee9811]

Haven’t started reading yet (only just cracked open Dylan’s new book, and then Quentin Tarantinos book is next, so I’m slowly getting there, saving the best for last!) but really look forward to it. Browsing through, I’m curious your opinion, do you read the studio session sidebars as part of the main body of text in the chapter or do you read them first or after so as not to interrupt the flow? Very specific and nerdy question, I know, but curious all the same Also, as much as I hope the next volume of this comes rather quickly, I won’t be complaining if Lewisohn gets his second volume out first!

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

I usually tend to read things like that when I come to the page then go back to the main flow, we'll see if I prefer to still do that on this book as I get to those parts! 🙂👍

[@carljpgr]

Thanks for the heads up on Twitter about the Amazon deal. Just ordered it. Oh and my Kinks boxset arrives today Monday. Just a quick word on Tune In…do you think we will EVER get volumes 2 and 3?…I’m a bit sceptical to be honest…I think he’s taken on too much…it’s a huge amount of work for one man to do on his own.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

I got my Kinks box set today! What beast of a box... I'm hoping that once Volume 2 is done, and that being presumably the end of the touring years, then perhaps the following years aren't *quite* as in depth, and hopefully better documented making research easier, so I have a hope that volume 3 will be out before 2035, which sounds ridiculous, but time will tell!

[@carljpgr]

@@AndrewDixonMusic it is indeed a beast!, going to get stuck into mine tonight. Enjoy!

[@TheSchemel]

Merry Christmas Everyone!

[@mikemcconville2495]

Great book! It’s a page turner

[@TheDunc1]

I think the Dalek Movie book has also been delayed. Sounds like a very exciting Paul book. Hope it covers the recording of 6'oclock and You're Sixteen. Cannot wait.

[@scottbrower9052]

McCartney's legacy is a constantly changing recollection of "history." John, George, & Richard are/were far better men.

[@kurtduerksen7685]

Read an advance copy. Bought a copy the day it came out. Delightful, insightful book. A must have for all fans. You won't regret buying this one! So much detailed information.

[@evertvdb000]

Looking forward to a review, but ... I'm going to buy it anyway.

[@scottandrewbrass]

Have you read The Beatles 1963 A Year In The Life by Dafydd Rees yet? It's very very good.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

No, not read that one!

[@scottandrewbrass]

@@AndrewDixonMusic Throughly recommended it Mr Dixon . It's set out in diary form like Mark Lewishon's Complete Beatles Chronicle but interspersed with memories from people that met them along the way - fans- support acts - random blokes in chip shops etc. You really get a feel how hard they worked and some welcome fresh perspectives as opposed to the same old stories from the same old rent-a-quotes. My favourite one being John getting a proper scolding off a Scottish landlady for being suggestive to a pair of nurses.The cheeky young scamp!

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

@@scottandrewbrass Sounds good, I love those little details that you don't hear elsewhere.

[@toms4442]

Happy Christmas Andrew, looking forward to your thoughts on the new McCartney book.

[@stuartpearson6393]

Lucky to have one,im hoping to get one for Christmas as my fiancée told me there was a delay so if i don't get it for Christmas ill get it when it arrives but hope you enjoy reading yours and i look forward to hearing what you think of it and wish you a merry Christmas 🎅 🍺🥃🙂

[@kenyamada1462]

I will definitely buy it, but first I need to finish reading The Lyrics asap😓

[@homzymusic]

The first thing I do with a non-fiction book is to browse the index. Thus I was disappointed to find there is none ~~~ I suppose one can search the contents of the e-Book. The authors/publisher would do well to load an index onto their websites. *** Good news - I live in Nanaimo and my copy arrived on 11 December.

[@davidjackson5449]

Andrew Adrian is apparently doing a reading from the book in the Wetherby book sometime in December according to the Legacy website. Sadly the book got a negative review in this weeks Times. Happy Christmas to you

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

That's a surprise to hear about a negative review, presume they had some flimsy reason. Might have to look in to that Wetherby reading, are you going? Happy Christmas to you!

[@skee19]

Santa just dropped it off although I am not supposed to know😂

[@skee19]

If you don’t do another video Merry/Happy Christmas to you and yours Andrew !

[@martinmcgrath1985]

Really enjoyed this book..took the lazy option and listened to audiobook..capture early wings I’d say..I don’t think it’s Lewisohn level at all tbh but enjoyed it all the same..have you any other macca book recommendations? Thanks

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

My other favourite one is Man On The Run by Tom Doyle, a fair amount of which is based on Tom's many interviews with Paul.

[@martinmcgrath1985]

@@AndrewDixonMusic thanks Andrew will give it a go..currently listening Philips Normans book.

[@bilguana11]

Reviewed in today's LA Times. Merry Holidays!

[@tyronewhitehead3123]

I want a talking version Paul telling me from his own voice that would be great If not I will buy the book .

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

I think there is an audio version

[@Dexter_2105]

Hi Andrew, So your (UK) getting the book in December?? Lucky you!! Us down in the arse of the world (Australia) are getting it from Amazon on the 8th of March, 2023. Our books are still chiselled into rock (and roll). Anyway, I did submit some stuff to the book. I think it will be in the 2nd release. They did ask for permission to use the photos and ticket so hopefully they will.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Nice! That will be good if you see your name in the credits.

[@nikolaytorlonn1806]

Merry christmas and I hope that Santa Claus has a lot of presents waiting for you!🎅🏻

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Same to you! 👍

[@bryanlea8115]

Eight days on, and allowing for everything being closed over Christmas, you just can'r buy this book for love nor money in London. Not even Hatchards in Piccadilly! And Amazon won't grace its pages with a projected delivery date... >grumble

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

That's a shame, hopefully the production issues are sorted soon...

[@triplejazzmusicisall1883]

This book looks superb. Unfortunately Geoffrey Guillano in 1991 wrote a disgraceful fabrication making Paul out to be a greedy horrid character. The so-called journalist then went on tabloid T.V in America which basically took every word he had written as gospel truth. Hopefully now three decades on this bile has been forgotten but I was shocked and angered to see it just two days ago be put on youtube. I was so angry I wrote quite a passionate comment which I thought I would copy and paste here. Sorry Andrew to use your channel for this but I feel us McCartney fans always need to stick together to ensure that Paul McCartney is always spoken about truthfully and with appreciation for what he has done. So lets buy this wonderful three part Legacy texts which look very promising from what Andrew has kindly shown us and ensure whenever we see calculated misinformation that we call it out. Cheers everyone. A truthful look at Blackbird by Geoffrey Guilliano... This author is not the ultimate and never was on the Beatles. In fact he has been discarded as a fraud and a shock jock of the paparazzi ilk. Everyone who had anything to do with this going on televised air should be ashamed of themselves. Please also remember that people who acquire huge wealth but who grew up in near poverty often have difficulties with spending money. Just because Paul may be both wealthy and financially fiscal why should he be attacked for that. And just because you may be rich doesn't necessarily entail that you should pay others buckets of more. The claim of 'All his songs about money' - more garbage. There are about three and not all by him. Let it Be is about his Mother and her death. It is a beautiful tribute with nothing to do about money. The sad truth is that when an author writes 50% accurately, the other 50% is believed when it is utter garbage. In fact it is worse than that. it is deceitful, damaging to many people and can lead to mistruths about important times in history. Another claim made by the author, 'Paul and Ringo hate each other' - what absolute crap! I wonder if he had ever spoken to either them. Years on they have worked together on several projects and special occasions. Paul and Ringo love each other dearly and anyone can see that. Yes Paul and Yoko have had their differences but they have now made up and even have recorded together. People have moved on but probably not Geoffrey Guilliano. Ringo has stated repeatedly that just like with any family they had their moments but they loved each other closely. Paul has said likewise. John in his final televised interview called Paul his best friend. None of this, which is coming from the Beatles themselves, was included in this authors diatribe. What a disgrace. Since then Yoko has said she doesn't believe the Beatles would have been the success without Paul. Paul has said that he realises that Yoko must be a kind lady for John to have been with her. Yoko has even said that it was Paul who tried to reconcile the differences between John and Yoko and was key in getting them back together again. Yes some of this happened after this book was written (but very little) yet it proves how little depth of research about the heart and soul of the people involved the writer was able to find and convey. Simply another nasty, cruel and fraudulent writer simply wanting to make thousands through tabloid shock jock exaggerations and omissions of importance. Omissions that if had been included would tell a much more favourable and accurate truth. Guilliano's book is a bit like the original Let it Be film. Poorly constructed and deliberately framed to show nothing but negativity, The recent Get Back documentary has settled that probably once and for all and shown the world that even in their toughest moments they still had great admiration, love for one another and also had heaps of FUN. Somehow I don't see much likelihood of the author rewriting this book to reveal a true and honest account. Last, but most importantly, Paul McCartney has set up several charities including LIPA and has donated millions to causes all over the world. He simply does with anonymity which suggests he really cares and is not seeking recognition. That is true charity. To give without personal reward. So to lay into Paul like Geoffrey Guiliano did in 1991 is absolutely disgusting. The show A Current Affair in Australia is regarded as tabloid journalism at its worst. It seems this was also true for the show in the U.S. I wonder what the makers of that show have done for environmental causes over the years, or children born with sensory damage or for the threatened species of the planet. And of course there is that small factor of having brought the some of the most beloved and innovative music to the world - music that will live on for centuries to come. Hmmm, I think Paul McCartney wins hands down and if that gutter journalist is alive today a long overdue apology is required.

[@denisbytezone]

This book is good, but it isn't in the same league as Mark Lewisohn's Tune In.

[@grahampratchett8207]

I would like to know if this book is actually written with the help from Paul himself. The subject of the reports hounding Paul in Scotland I'd heard before and he was really bad towards them, Then Linda made him go and apologise. I haven't ordered it yet. Still 'P' off missing his vinyl box set. McCartney Ltd. should have made it ONE PER PERSON. There are Loads on Ebay at totally ridiculous Prices.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

Allan Kozinn has interviewed Paul many times (for other reasons prior to this book), also the intro makes it clear that while Paul didn't directly contribute, he did give several acquaintances his blessing to talk to the authors when they asked Paul if it was OK to talk to them.

[@peterthomsen4960]

Why not open the book, so people can see what's inside?

[@peterthomsen4960]

What a waste of time. Please show us the pages. So people can judge what inside.

[@michavandam]

No matter how much I love McCartney's music, as a person he doesn't really interest me. I just don't find him terribly interesting as a person. Hundreds of pages about this man - I allready feel relieved not having to read that.

[@dustystar9310]

Don't you mean, the Billy legacy. The real james Paul McCartney died, in 1966.

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

No he didn't, that's nonsense.

[@dustystar9310]

Just like your channel.

[@davepounds8924]

My question is why do a book review when you had only read a few pages I know all you guys have been be first but read that stupid book because reviewing it

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

I didn't say this was a review, I said the review would follow.

[@johnbarleycornmustdie]

I saw one comment on Amazon mentioning the transparency of the paper and this was a negative for them. When you showed the intro page I could see some of the next page showing through so I wondered if you found this too in your US copy and if it detracted from the book at all?

[@AndrewDixonMusic]

I know what you mean re the paper type, it's different to most books but I don't see it as any kind of problem so far, all feels perfectly readable to me.