Band On The Run

Classic

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Band on the run is a classic as usual. More mellow than what the beatles usually make. 1985 was probably the most beatles-esque song on the album. But other than band on the run, nothing is really that great.

I have never listened to this whole album in one sitting and it is a good. Band on the Run and Jet are both very good. The rest of the album is definitely above average. This is maybe McCartney's best overall post-Beatles album. I won't get into the whole Lennon/McCartney "sum of the parts" thing, but listening to both of them as solo acts always makes me appreciate even more what they did together. This is a pretty great album. Paul McCartney is a f'ing musical genius and a generational talent.

Grandísimo disco. Súper largo para escribir el nombre de la última canción, menospreciada pero excelente (no lo vuelvo a escuchar completo nunca más hasta unos meses)

really cool album, on the last track right now. mamunia is definatly one of my fav.. the album has the same vibe as a refresher on a hot summer day :)

I haven't listened to most of them, but this is possibly Pauls best post-Beatles album. The quality of these tracks ranks among some of the best songs on Beatles albums like the White Album or Let It Be.

As ridiculous as it is, it's hard for me to give McCartney his flowers when, it's my understanding, that he was part of the reason why George Harrison couldn't record and release the brilliance of All Things Must Pass until the Beatles broke up. I am fiercely loyal to that album. That being said, I really like some of the songs on Flaming Pie, and this album is really really good. I really enjoyed the use of horns on this album, it's an all-time album cover., and almost all of the songs are incredibly progressive (sonically) for the early 1970s. Plus, the album is a great length which gets huge points from me.

interesting,I don't listen songs like this..but it was unusual

It’s often said that McCartney lost the ability to finish a song towards the end of the Beatles and through this period, this is said in a negative way but look at the end product, A Day In The Life, side two of Abbey Road and Band on The Run. Not a bad stretch of music and his ability to splice together the fragments of unfinished songs influenced others who came after to do the same (Paranoid Android for one), so we’re all better off for it. As for this album, it stands up well after over 50 years and there isn’t that many albums that can be said about, which is why McCartney is rightly regarded as one of, if not the, best songwriters of the 20th century. There is a bit too much cheesiness which shows that McCartney did need Lennon’s vinegar to go with his honey, but Paul could lay down a melody better than Lennon, who’s own post Beatles work is a lot worse in my opinion.

buenos instrumentos y música

it's Paul, of course it's good. title track is an all-time banger. deep cuts are not as great as the Beatles standard

Bastante bien Paul solista

Great! Varied and upbeat album, lots of memorable songs.

Opens with a couple of classics, loved the ending track too, an enjoyable ride throughout

Loved the first Album! Really good sound throughout right up my street!

Nice. Never listened to any Paul or Wings albums

Love Paul McCartney soo that makes me biased 😎 A lot of bangers, but there are some songs that dont vibe with me that much, but the great ones are GREAT ! Soo almost perfect

1. Band on the run - perfect opening track, every segment builds on the previous, love the crecendo of the bridge that leads into the 12-string. Perfection! 2. Jet - No wonder this is still on the setlist. The opening riffs dark, melicious aura is infatuating before breaking free with the chorus. Rhyming suffragette with jet deserves a bonus point. 3. Bluebird - beautiful melody, vivid percussion and graceful harmonies. Feel like this track is coming in a bit early, a slow track like this should be closer to the end. Full marks for the track, deduction for the placement on the album. 4. Mrs. Vanderbilt - Fun sing-along song, a bit more forgettable than many other tracks, but still fits nicely in the album without feeling like «filler». The chorus with the saxophone coda is also *chef’s kiss* 5. Let me roll it - The song, awesome, the live version, powerful, the studio recording, severely lacking. If they did the intro and chorus with the same power as jet the studio version would be the go-to. At least we have the live version from citi field! 6. Mamunia - I always forget this track is on the album. This is the only real filler song on the album, though short and sweet, McCartney was on a good streak at this point and there could and should have been a better track here. 7. No words - A beautiful, haunting, track that shows that McCartney can write about love without being sappy. The lead guitar effect is also sonically perfect! 8. Picasso’s last words - Iconic track, always great when Paul does a biographical song, really hooks me with the storytelling. The instrumental makes it feel like it’s sang around a campfire, and McCartney invites us into it, pure magic. 9. Nineteen hundreed and eighty five: that’s how you close an album! The scaled riff, the haunting chants, the constant restarts. This is solo mccartney at his finest, perfect ender! If you’re gonna listen to one Wings album, this is it! Definitive McCartney in every way. While it’s not perfect, it has

very consistent, lots of diversity, very fun listen

Band in Vilnius

loved this!

One on my favorite albums from Sir Paul! Its a chill good time. A trip from beginning to end.

A pretty good album, headlined by two excellent songs to open in Band on the Run and Jet that provide some great energetic and dramatic rock. The rest is fine-to-good, with nothing I’d describe as bad but nothing that blew me away either. Mrs. Vanderbilt probably my highlight of those.

An album I really enjoyed. The opening track is the standout for me, although I also enjoy ‘Jet’ and ‘Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five’ and have a soft spot for ‘Mamunia’. The references to earlier sections of the album on ‘Picasso’s Last Words’ gave the album a cyclical feel.

One of Macca’s strongest post-Beatles albums for both songwriting and performances. The title track and ‘Jet’ is a great one-two punch to open the album, ‘Mrs Vandebilt’ is good fun and ‘Let Me Roll It’ is a solid slow rocker with Paul giving his best John Lennon impression. On side two, ‘No Words’ is a nice little rock ballad, ‘Picasso’s Last Words’ is also good but maybe a little too long, and finally ‘Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-Five’ is a fantastic closer. The two tracks I haven’t yet mentioned, ‘Bluebird’ and ‘Mamunia’, I don’t like as much but they’re still decent.

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Its a good one, I like it.

Pretty good, but every lad from Liverpool suffers from a lot of solo work that pales in comparison to their earlier work

I'm rounding this 3.5 up to a 4 because 1. RAM isn't on this list for me to give 5 stars to, so #justiceforRAM; 2. Paul is my favorite and I'm not ashamed to admit to that bias. #justiceforpaul. Anyway. This is fun! Not all of the lyrics make a lot of sense but who cares about that. Jet is great! The title track is great! Let Me Roll It is FANTASTIC...

One of the most famous of the post-Beatles albums, this was the first major success for Paul McCartney outside of his former group. Which is crazy because "Ram" is an amazing and often overlooked album. Maybe it's because there were some unnecessary jabs at John Lennon on "Ram" which turned people off. That's understandable (though seriously, it's worth listening to). Here McCartney is just making catchy music without any particular agenda though, which is refreshing. I find it hard to listen to any of the post-Beatles albums in those first few years without trying to imagine how they could have fit into a Beatles album if the group had stuck together. And there are plenty of options that could fit from here. They're less innovative than "Ram" or Lennon's early releases, but that's kind of the charm of it. They're just good pop songs to balance out the experimental songs. That was what made them a great band. Sure, Wings may have been too far on that end, but we all need some guilty pleasures don't we? The opening two tracks are among McCartney's best songs to date.

big fan of whatever happened here

Mrs. Vandebilt is by far the best song on this album. Ho, hey ho.

Amazing album and peak solo McCartney. Starts off super strong with Band on the Run and Jet. Amazing one two punch! Finished strong with No Words. Enjoy the entire album, great listen!

As good as any Beatles album Best Song: Band on the Run Rating: 8/10 Stars: 4

Paul McCartney sure can write a song 3.8/5 rounds up to 4

Almost as good as the Beatles

Had I known this would turn up this week I would’ve watched the documentary last weekend! I like how it’s McCartney with a band again. I hope the others were given the autonomy to try things out. But I suspect it was an autocracy A lot of strong songs occasionally hamstrung by complex arrangements for complex arrangements sake. This is particularly clear on the lps best song - Picasso’s last words. A simple song written from a magazine article to prove to Dustin Hoffman he could (any songwriter can do that btw), over complicated by bring motifs from earlier songs. Sometimes there’s joy in a simple drinking song Paul

The title track is so good that even a hard-to-please John Lennon admitted it was a banger. It's hard to disagree with Lennon, as the cinematic quality it has makes it a real gem. Paul knew how to pen a stomper and with its shouty chorus, 'Jet' might be one of his best. The album quietens down after that. The laid-back stuff is still enjoyable, just a step below the rockier cuts. I'd make exceptions for 'Mrs. Vandebilt' and 'Mamunia' as they both have excellent melodies that only a Beatle could pull out. The album closes with a real top-tapper. 'Nighteen Hundred And Eighty Five' is an infectious piano-led closer that builds up to a blistering and cinematic finale. At this point, McCartney had completely come into his own. I'm not saying his prior solo work was bad, it just didn't feel as complete as it all feels on here.

I'd only ever heard the title track of this album. It's a nice experience, fun to listen to. I don't know that it's a world class album but I like it a lot. 4.3/5

I may be a little biased on this one, as my older brother had this in regular rotation when I was growing up. But news flash: Paul McCartney is a really good songwriter, you guys. I'm not sure I can tell you what most of the lyrics mean, but almost every tune on this album is catchy as hell, with hooks polished to razor sharpness. The performances and production are top-notch, especially when you consider the really crappy conditions under which the album was recorded. Winner.

Definitely his best album with Wings though I like his first two solo albums better. No question this one brings the hits with the titlectrack, "Jet," and "Let Me Roll It" among others. It's the deeper cuts that are sometimes lacking, especially on the second half. "Picasso's Last Words (Drink to Me)" goes on too long and unnecessarily brings snippets of other songs in to no effect. "No More Words" is just an OK McCartney silly love song. And, though I like "Mamunia" it goes on too long. So it's not 5 stars but still a damn fine album.

Fun and great songs.

7 / 10 - Sehr solider Folk-Rock Favs: - Band on the Run - Jet

Dad used to listen to Wings in the car so this holds nostalgia for me, and I sang along to Band on the Run, Jat, Mrs. Vandebilt and Let me Roll it.

The first couple of tracks are all-time legendary, but I feel it kind of loses it's way after that into a series of kinda ok songs.. the attempt to reprise some themes toward the end feels a bit forced.

You don't have to really like Paul that much for it to be a good album.

Really liked this album! Many catchy songs and very cool vocals

Really strong first half of the album, tails off towards the final tracks. Enjoyed listening to it.

This was pretty good. I like the recurring themes that tie the album together. Catchy songs.

me gusto

Hard not love P McC

Bien hecho Pablito, te salió bien.

i feel like i wasn't gripped by that many of the songs on the first listen, but i did enjoy that several basically sounded like what i imagine the beatles would've sounded like had they been together through the 70s. there were moments that i felt like it suffered from the lack of collaboration from the other beatles, and that the paul-ness did not stand strong enough on its own; it leaned a little goofy to me at times. but i returned to it later in the day and i feel like i absorbed more of the intricacies of the music that expand beyond what i expect of paul / am used to hearing from paul's songwriting in the beatles. i think his creativity here is interesting and could grow on me over time. fav tracks: Mrs. Vandebilt; Let Me Roll It; Nineteen Hundred And Eighty Five

This kind of really proves how inept john lennon was when you look at solo projects, george harrison and paul both produce fantastic records, while john is mired in art, rock mediocrity.Nevertheless, this record itself is basically nonstop with almost no skip.Actually, there are no skips, it's just that some songs do fall into some cheesy blues, rock seventies, cliches.But even those tracks are highlighted by great arrangements and excellent instrumentation

Very nice listen

Great album. Just has great flow, catchy songs, and perfect timing. "Bluebird" was my favorite off of this one.

2026.03.23

First time listening to the whole album, only really knew the title track and Jet. Was familiar with Let Me Roll It from Lake Street Dive's amazing cover. Also really enjoyed Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five. All in all a very solid 40 minute album.

I had so much fun with this album. It's the perfect length, a great time, and I would say there are no skips. 'Let Me Roll It' is such an enjoyable song that I can't get out of my head. But my favorite part of the album was the 'Jet' reprise on 'Picasso's Last Words (Drink to Me)'. I have heard this album before, so going in I knew I was going to rate it pretty high. I originally was going to give it a five star rating, but something inscrutable is holding me back, maybe I've overplayed the album. Four stars. (Favorite track: Let Me Roll It.)

Sir Paul McCartney, king of the toe tappers and definitely my cuppa tea. Front half is definitely better than the back half, I thought we had another Fiver on our hands.

That surprisingly was a banger of an album! Anspieltipp: Jet!

I'd say 1 song, maybe 2, is skippable, but this is an otherwise excellent album loaded with great songs

Band On the Run Jet Mrs Vanderbilt Picasso’s Last Words Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five

Band on the Run Jet Mrs Vandebilt Picasso’s Last Words Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-Five

Idk man wings just has a hold on me

This was the second or third album I bought so i know it well. Distinctive McCartney vocals and I hadn't realised until now that Paul played most of the great music himself due to other band members dropping out just before the album was recorded. Maybe I'm biased but the album doesn't seem particularly outdated.

My only previous exposure to McCartney (outside of the Beatles) was Wonderful Christmastime, which is one of the worst Christmas songs ever written. So I was pleasantly surprised to enjoy this

Band on the run Let me roll it Jet Mrs Vanderbilt

Very solid, really enjoyed the album as a whole, "Mrs. Vandebilt" being the standout song for me.

This is probably my favourite Beatles-verse album from here so far. Was pleasantly surprised with how catchy and layered the songs were. It lost me a bit in the second half but overall I really enjoyed it.

Le debut de l’album ne me met pas du tout dedans, mais milieu de l’album très interessant, melodieux et guitare très acoustique mais super douce et agréable. Grand succès de mccarthney apres séparation avec beattles. Meilleure conception technique aux Grammys. Changements de rythmiques si bien maitrisés.

Loved it! So fun

Great compositions

Liked it

Ja, daar houd ik nu van. De McCartney is best goed. Afwisselend. Mooie melodieën. Heel muzikaal.

Dit album is niet mijn favoriete album van paul mccartney. Maar voor een basliefhebber is het toch echt genieten. Als Paul wilt overtuigen dat hij een stoere rocker is vind ik het niet geloofwaardig, maar de lieve liedjes zijn mooi en melodieus. Bluebird is leuk, het nummer band on the run is eeg goed. Heel erg lekker dat het nummer is opgedeeld in drie stukken. Het nummer jet heb ik nooit echt heel leuk gevonden. Let me roll it is een leuke! Als je de muziek van Paul vergelijkt met dit album heeft hij solo en met the beatles betere muziek gemaakt. Alsnog genoten!

Onterecht wordt Yoko vaak als schuldige aangewezen als het gaat om het uiteenvallen van The Beatles. Persoonlijk ben ik juist blij met het post-Beatles tijdperk, waarin alle vier de leden de kans kregen om compleet hun eigen ding te doen. Soms hoor je dat ze nog een beetje zoeken naar hun eigen geluid buiten de band. Bij Paul is het af en toe een beetje veel Paul. Zijn quirky en charmante stijl kan soms wat doorslaan, maar eerlijk gezegd vind ik dat ook juist wel weer leuk. Op dit album werkt dat voor mij grotendeels goed. Nummers als Bluebird en Let Me Roll It hadden wat mij betreft niet misstaan op een Beatles-plaat. Ik merk wel dat ik de eerste helft van de plaat beter vind dan de tweede. Picasso’s Last Words spreekt me minder aan en voelt wat lang aan. Tegen die tijd merk ik dat mijn aandacht een beetje wegzakt, waardoor ik het laatste nummer ook niet echt meer goed heb meegekregen. Desalniettemin zit het album vol mooie melodieën en harmonieën, precies zoals je van Paul McCartney mag verwachten. 3,5 afgerond naar 4 omdat dit technisch en creatief gezien toch wel veel beter is dan Thelonious Monk

A really good album. Fun to listen to every song. I didn’t need to skip anything…as expected when a legend makes the sound. In my honest opinion the Beatles all together are just better and on another level. Therefore I’ll rate this album with 4/5 stars.

Really enjoyed the album. Actually liked it a lot more than I thought I would considering I am not big fan of the beetles.

Phenomenal album. Easily Paul McCartney's most focused stream of creative output of his post-Beatles career. No skips on this album, though the B-side is, in my opinion, slightly less invigorating as the A-side. But so many amazing tracks that conjoin to tell a beautiful story of longing, love, and freedom! And the legend only grows when you learn that Paul recorded the vast majority of the parts on the record. Amazing album front to back. Favorite track: Let Me Roll It

Skønt album

--Band on the Run...I don't like many songs over five minutes. this track justifies its length --Jet...banger. production is surprisingly lo-fi but I like it --Bluebird...Sir Paul can sometimes get treacly and I'd say this qualifies --Mrs. Vandebilt...a nice bass groove and some sexy sax. sort of a dirge --Let Me Roll It...Paul's voice is veering into John territory here. how titillating --Mamunia...campfire singalong feel. very nice --No Words...feels like a George Martin production (complimentary) --Picasso's Last Words (Drink to Me)...pub music. okay we take a turn into "Jet" again. this five minute song does not justify its length --Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-Five...Sir Paul is tapping into some type of demon for his voice here. I like it --Helen Wheels (US bonus track)...it's fun but it doesn't make the album better. I understand why it was initially left off

Some songs are only mediocre. But band on a run, jet, let me roll it and 1985 are bangers. I guess im a sucker for Paul.

This does quite a lot of self-referencing other songs on the album in ways that feel a little shoe-horned, musically. I think it still sounds awesome, McCartney is an amazing song-writer, but the sound of the band as a whole lacks a punch and cohesion that the Beatles always, ALWAYS had.

Paul McCartney is my favorite Beatle. That said, like Ethan Hawke said in that video, The Beatles work best as a whole, greater than the sum and all that. I love some of the songs here but by the end (around when they started bringing in the melodies from the previous tracks) it dawned on my that McCartney sometimes skews a little too cute on his own. Did the other Beatles temper these impulses only for them to come out stronger when he was surrounded by yes-men? Or did it happen as he aged? We may never know. Still, pretty darn enjoyable.

It's not Beatles, but still good

wait……. this isn’t let it be??? this was pleasing to my ear

3.7

What looked like a front-loaded album on Spotify streams, I actually found to get better and better. There's simply not a bad song on this album. Well produced, full of catchy hooks and tight grooves. Faves: Jet, Mrs. Vandebilt, Let Me Roll It, Mamunia, Nineteen Hundred And Eighty Five

Band on the run - 5 Jet - 5 Bluebird - 2 Mrs. vandebilt - 4 Let me roll it - 4 Mamunia - 3 No words - 3 Picasso's last words (drink to me) - 3 Nineteen hundred and eight-five - 4

such a pleasant album, i was bopping my head the entire time ! the guitars sound amazing as well, paul mccartney is fantastic

You know, I liked it, I didn't love it. I loved some of it, but maybe i got a bit distracted from the rest of it? Now who shoulders does the responsibility for thay lay on? I'd rather it wasnt mine, so I'll happily argue it was some deficiency in Paul McCartney. Probably the truth is more of a split the difference situation.

Classic post Beatles goodness

Everyone knows the title track. It's brilliant! Beautiful melodies, catchy, well thought through pace changes... it's a classic for a reason. How is the rest of the album? Well... Jet is another classic. Not quite as good as the title track, but close. Bluebird is a change of pace... and a weird weird song. Mrs Vanderbilt has a nice melody. Very CCR. Let me Roll It is melodically beautiful, but it's another song with pretty weak lyrics. Picasso's Last Words is just a bit pretentious.

I haven’t heard much rock music at all, but this album might be the trigger for a change. Before anything else, I would like to appreciate the pure hype that this record brought to me; I haven’t been this excited to hear old music in a second if I’m being completely honest. There were two specific things about this album that kept me hooked: Unique song structures that didn’t shy away from unexpected detours and beautifully minimalistic song writing that gave each track strong identities. Genuinely, what more can you ask from an album like this? Anyways, great album, would recommend.

A great album

Ok I see why they knighted him, this album was an incredible listen. I mean there wasn’t a dull moment for me on here!

5/5 minus 1 for general corniness

quite good.not nearly as cheesy as i thought i remembered

It's okay

Woulda been 3 stars without band on the run

This is a classic and I enjoyed it overall!

Very good album but didnt strike me enough to get a 5

7/10

⭐︎4.5 シングルにもなった名曲を収録したアルバム。特にコンセプトは感じられないが、名曲揃いで聴いていて楽しい。中でもバンドオンザランの楽曲構成は今聴いても個性的。

The title track is one of those songs with a complete mid-song change that could’ve been 2 or even 3 songs that Paul is famous for. His voice can sound so smooth but when he kicks it up, it’s a great rock n roll growl. “Let Me Roll It” is one of my favorite McCartney songs—that double hi-hat gets me every time. I grew up listening to Paul and the rest of the Beatles thanks to my mom—Ram is still in my heavy rotation— so there’s a soft spot for them in me, but it’s still a wonderful album.

I liked Mrs. Vanderbilt a lot. I’ve always been more of a Lennon fan but I recognize the genius of McCartney and this album is genius.

he’s like really good

I really liked this. Listened through twice

Det va helt ok, æ har allerede glemt kordan det hørtes ut men det va på ingen måte fornærmanes mens æ lytta på det.

I really like this. It's catchy and silly. Wish No Words was longer. I liked how weird they got with Picassos last words, I thought it was cool how they kept bringing back leitmotifs in some of the songs. Jet is a banger.

Great album. Doesn’t need any comparisons to the Beatles. Take it for what it is.

Listens: 3 Standout Tracks: Let Me Roll It, Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five It's been a while since I've had an instantly-connectable, instantly-likable song on an album. Nineteen Hundred And Eighty Five is a certified banger. Sure, there have been plenty of album that I've enjoyed right away, had prior experience with, or have since come to enjoy over time, but this track, right out of the gate is instantly "bop-able". It sounds fresh as fuck. Funky. Could have come out last year. Something Danger Mouse would have collaborated on with someone. There's a Danger Mouse + Karen O collab that reminds me of this song. I think its all in the funky bass line. Anyways, the rest of the album is quite excellent and easily consumable too. Easy 4.

fav songs: band on the run jet bluebird let me roll it no words nineteen hundred and eighty five collage, melodic, uptight 75/100

Not quite the Beatles or solo George Harrison but the best of McCartney post Beatles tenure.

I remember the first time hearing the song Band On The Run and being so excited that there was a Beatles album I wasn't familiar with, only to find out about the Beatles solo careers. Probably Paul's most recognizable solo songs and a great record through and through.

The band the Beatles could have been

I own and really like the song Band on the Run. I didn’t know any of the other songs on this album. I like Paul McCartney’s voice although he is not my favorite Beatle. It was enjoyable.

Ya escuchado

conocía el primer tema del disco. temazo indeed

A classic

did not listen as much as i would’ve wanted to, it’s good but the tracks are hella long bro

It’s a 3 without the first two tracks, which are two of my favorite songs across all genres

I don't know if there has ever been a human being better at writing hooks than Paul McCartney.

As the first album of the challenge, Band on the Run was a great start. It doesn’t feel dated, and the sound is warm and easy to get into. The title track was my favourite for how it moves through different sections, and “Bluebird” stood out for its laid-back feel and saxophone. A really enjoyable listen overall.

Вайбы Римуса присутствуют. Особенно в "no words". Сам альбом in general имеет хорошее качество. Работа была проделана хорошая

This great throughout. Band on the Run is the standout for me and really shows just how talented a songwriter he is. Don’t get bored at all and each song provided something different.

Great album. I mean really good!!! Highlights for me: “Band on the Run” “Mrs. Vandebilt” “Let Me Roll It” “Nineteen Hundred And Eighty Five”

Ooh nice, a classic for sure! Paul McCartney still in fine form only a few years after the end of The Beatles. Great songs and arrangements and of course that great ‘70s analogue sound. Definitely a must listen for any music fan but hopefully with some interest in learning the history of how this fits into Paul McCartney’s vast discography.

Very very good! Every song I feel like has that special sauce except for the last one

This surprised me in a good way. I’m not the hugest fan of Paul McCartney’s solo stuff but this was solid

Enjoyed listening to the entire album. Some songs weren’t that great though

I pride myself on finding anything Beatles and Beatles-adjacent mostly overrated. But I genuinely loved this.

You can tell this album has a defining sound of the decade, great song writing and musicality.

Unverzichtbar

Liked it overall. Fun sounds, easy listen. Faves were Jet and Mrs. V.

Legendary goed album

Better than I remember, though it does go on for too long.

Mmmm that's an interesting one... If I answered a few years ago it would be a 5. Absolutely It's the first McCartney solo that I loved and I absolutely still do. But in the last year or so I've invested in Paul's catalog a lot and tend to favor a bit more ather record in his discography. It doesn't take away anything from it being an incredible pop record. Something well performed and produced. So many bangers aswell. No words, Mrs. , mamunia, and two of the best mccartney songs ever- nineteen and the title track. But perspective does influence the score here. A very very high 4.

Good pop all around. And doesn't contain Temporary Secretary so it's already miles above some of Paul's other work.

should have made a joint name like geezer

This was always my favorite of the Beatles solo albums. I listened to it quite a lot back in the mid 70's during the most intense Beatles phase of my life. Back then I had a much greater appreciation for Paul than the others, not really appreciating John and George's solo outputs much till I was older. I was excited to listen to this today, and really hoping it held up in my esteem. And for the most part it did. I think the title song is one of the best things Paul's ever done. What struck me with this listen was that I loved the beginning of the record and the ending of the record, but a few of the songs in the middle just weren't as interesting as they used to be. The stretch from Let Me Roll It to No Words was kinda boring actually. The rest of the album I think remains top notch for me.

Classic Paul

Really enjoyed this one. It started strong, had interesting call backs to prior songs on album, and I didn’t have the desire to skip any songs.

Love this album- almost all the way through.

Some great stuff but band on the run is the standout

Classic album

its aight

"You idiot, he was the most talented one!" I enjoyed this.

Paul is the best Beetle

It’s a great album by Paul, but it’s not as great as Ram. This was much less experimental - except for the penultimate track - than Ram, and I missed that boldness a bit. It’s still worth a hearty listen, for sure.

Addressing the top review head on, I agree that Paul doesn't need to be incessantly compared to John and that this album is stronger than the majority of John's solo career (album for album Paul wins, John might have the strongest single...). However, that doesn't make this thing bulletproof. It's a really good album, Paul's insane aptitude for melody and harmony and simple feeling lyrics is on full display and he's definitely having more fun trying out some ideas he maybe hadn't before. The gang vocals are sick. The picasso mini jet and cry for me collage was cool although I was hoping for more of a what a catch donnie moment. 1985 is a sick song to end on. Big hits, good filler, great ending, I like this one! It's no take care though.

Very light and fun listen. A bit dated, mas still a good listen if you want to expand your taste with music from "back then"

Better than anything the Beatles ever did.

I finally got to see one of the Beatles perform live, when I went to see Macca play an unbelievable set in Manchester in 2024. The 81 year old played for three hours straight without stopping for a breath. Obviously there were a lot of Beatles numbers in his setlist, but the songs he played from his solo career held up very well against them. Four of those were from this album. "Band On The Run" (both the song and the album) was my entry point to Paul McCartney's solo work. Back as a teenager, discovering The Beatles, I think I might have actually heard the song for the first time and not immediately realised that it was Macca. My eyes widened as Part I seamlessly moved into Part II, one of my favorite moments in music full stop. That guitar riff and the "If I ever get out of here" melody was, and is, one of the coolest things I've ever heard. At about 47 seconds long, it makes up less than one fifth of the song, but its impact on me was massive. When it came to The Beatles, I was always more of a John fan than Paul. I gravitated towards songs like "Dear Prudence", or "I Want You (She's So Heavy)" over the likes of "Ob-la-di, Ob-la-da" or "Hello Goodbye". Not to say that I didn't enjoy the latter songs, I loved pretty much everything I heard from The Beatles, but John's songwriting always aligned with my taste more back then. Paul's songwriting was always the more catchy, but (with exceptions) it was often less gritty than Lennon's. Macca is a musical genius, especially when it comes to melody. I mean he's one half of the best songwriting duo in history. But, I've realised more and more that he was also quite experimental. Let's not forget that he's a big part of the driving force behind "A Day In The Life", and he wrote "Helter Skelter". Just focusing on this album, you have the suite structure of three songs in one for the title track, you have the driving piano riff and unusual structure of "Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five", and you have whatever the hell "Picasso's Last Words (Drink To Me)" is. And then you have "Jet", one of my favourite Macca songs of all time. When the song moves from the "oooos" of the chorus with that unexpected shift to the rocking middle section, it was yet another moment that caused my teenage eyes to widen. Not just the experimental nature of the sudden shift in tone, but also how hardcore and intense that section was. I'm no longer a teenager, and almost 30 years later, my eyes still widen when Jet rocks out. Overall the album is exceptional. "Bluebird" is an underrated classic, one that would fit in nicely on a later Beatles album; "Mrs Vandebilt" is great craic and catchy as hell; "Let Me Roll It" switches between smooth and gritty with that amazing guitar riff. And the album is home to two of the great moments in modern music: when the band go on the run, and when jet takes off. 4.5 stars.

Already starting off really strong—I love the vibe and instrumental of the first track. The whole album feels nostalgic and calm, which is expected given how old it is, but it still holds up beautifully. I ended up enjoying it a lot, and as I’m writing this, I’m already on the last song. Favorite from the album: Mamunia

I feel like early 70s Paul could either completely knock it out of the park or get too much in his own way. This feels like him finally trying to seriously breakthrough, and break free. So many classics on this album it’s hard to believe they’re all here

Goofy, but sounds oh so very good

Not a fan

It's not the Beatles but it's solid. 4

All 4 members legitimately have a claim to have each written some of the greatest songs ever made, and all of their solo careers have something to offer. BotR is no exception. Several exceptional pop hits with still-excellent production all throughout

First half of this album was groundbreaking, interesting and fun--all worthy of PM. Last half-easily forgotten. Last couple of songs listen-worthy, but I'd settle for the first 4-5 songs and move on.

Loved it the first time- the second time I found it slightly repetitive!

I listened to this album on my way to and back from a dentist appointment. My teeth ached for half an hour afterwards. The first of many Beatles side projects which will inevitably appear on this list, I knew very little of Wings going on, only being familiar with the song Arrow. However, I have a lot of respect for McCartney as a songwriter, and I was excited to see what his work would sound like without the rest of The Beatles around him. As this list familiarizes me more and more with The Beatles as both a unit and as individuals, I'm curious to see how much the band in totality represents a coming-together of their respective voices; I can hear traces of Abbey Road in Band On The Run, especially in the use of repeating refrains between different songs on the album (a simple musical trick which I am always a sucker for). While I generally don't find this individual album quite as compelling as the sum of parts represented by The Beatles, Wings is still a talented and enjoyable band in their own right. My favorite moments here are the songs which embrace a higher energy and catchier lyricism, something which McCartney can clearly deliver in spades, and I can not wait to become even more appreciative of his talents as this list carries on. Highlights: Band On The Run, Jet, Mrs. Vandebilt, Mamunia, Picasso's Last Words (Drink to Me), Nineteen Hundred And Eighthy Five

I think this a simple and straightforward album that is a good listen but I was expecting a bit more. Band on the run and Mamunia are fantastic songs but there’s something that makes me want more. I would return to this album and I think it deserves a 4 but it’s a cuspy 4.

Some great bangers again and overall enjoyed

Always been a fan of The Beatles but haven’t listened much to McCartney after The Beatles-era. The few songs I have heard didn’t make me want to look much further. This album was better than i anticipated, though. It’s an even and pleasant experience, and I found a few songs I really liked. Big plus is that none of the songs are skipable. Favourite songs: Mrs Vanderbilt, Let Me Roll it, Band on The Run,.

I was ready to hate this as just another batch of Dad Rock but honestly, this is pretty good. Very Paul McCartney in all of the standard great and also sometimes a bit boring ways. Solid album, I'm glad it was short.

For some reason I expected this to be quite bad, apart from Band on the Run (banger) I had a banging time with this! Mrs Vanderbilt slips! Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five is a great closer! This might be my favourite Beatles/Beatles adjacent album I've heard in my life

The best post Beatles release there is. "Let Me Roll It" is maybe Paul's best song and there are like 4 other certified hits on here. Great album

Bit of a weaker middle but loved the start and ending. First 4+ in a while

Bell’album, sembrano un po’ i beatles ma non lo sono

I really like Paul McCartney and this album. I think all the songs fit together very well, but they are not necessarily repetitive, which is nice. It's a good album for a full listen. Mf didn't need the Beatles to make hits.

Paul has always been my favorite Beatle... So why the hell did it take so long for me to listen to this? My first run through the album today was great. The second was even better. Sir Paul McCartney is truly one of the greatest song writers to ever walk the face of the earth and even though without the other Beatles he still shines.

Easy listen. Feels like a good road trip album. Classic.

It's actually a very fun album to listen to!

Love the first two songs on this album and was great to hear some not so popular songs

3.75

Favorite song was Nineteen Hundred Eighty Five! Overall fun to listen to, good beats for the morning while showering and making coffee.

Compelling music. Favorites 1. Band On The Run 2. Jet 9. Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five

4/5

divos

Awesome

Um bom álbum, gostei bastante, acabou tão rapidinho, as músicas são gostosas de ouvir, fui fazendo algumas coisas enquanto ouvia e quando menos espero já estava tocando pela segunda vez.

It’s sweet and essential. I wouldn't replay it too often, but once in a while it’s a spectacular album. And it's definitely a vital post-Beatles album. I knew some of it already, but it was a pleasure to hear it all. 4/5 ———————————— Liked songs: — Band On The Run — Mrs. Vandebilt — Let Me Roll It — Nineteen Hundred And Eighty Five

a GOOD album. It isn't particularly groundbreaking or catchy or anything else, but it's good, structured, CLEAN. This doesn't mean that it isn't creative and articulated, it's there, gentle and reflective (love you Paul)

Highlights: - Band on the Run - Jet - Let Me Roll It - Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-Five

Love

Ayeeee now Ik this bop Are they calling Mrs. Vandebilt a ho or me??? Good album with some heaters

Pleasant and easy to listen to. Recommended.

This was a chill album with some peak music hidden within its short 9 song run (no pun intended) I'll give it a 4/5

Achei um bom álbum, vontade de ouvir algumas vezes mais

Nice sound, catchy songs

I don’t know if I’ve listened to this before or not but my parents certainly played Wings on long car journeys, but it could easily have been a greatest hits. I’m a big fan of the title track, particularly how it progresses. Jet is also a song I’m familiar with but the rest seemed new to me. I enjoyed this listen and the album sounds well put together, perhaps my only criticism is that it doesn’t finish strongly.

Properly enjoyed thus. Paul is just great.

A lot of good tracks and a bit of "granny music shit," and it really sticks the landing

4 stars

Paul got a new squad??

The way it starts and ends it’s just amazing. “Bluebird” and “Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five” are my personal favorites.

Listened 7 January 2025 while editing and prepping stories

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I'd already heard the 1st two songs on multiple occasions and enjoyed them, so I had some pretty high expectations coming into my listening session. The rest of the album didn't quite hit the highs of the songs "Band on the Run" or "Jet", but I still enjoyed it, particularly Nineteen Hundred And Eighty Five. I'd definitely revisit some of the songs on this album.

Good background vibes - honestly enjoyed way more than I thought I would

Idk what I expected from this album, but good shit

never heard a full Paul McCartney's album, great one, although some of the songs started playing on the way back from the hospital after leaving my mom lol :(

This album left me with No Words.

Took a couple of listens to get into everything past Jet (which is an all-time favorite), but once the familiarity set in, this became a pretty easy classic.

Of the post Beatles albums that are on this list, this one is probably the best. It’s tight and catchy. There’s a couple of self indulgent songs on here that are too…blegh…

Pretty good, the 3 hits carry

Listened on the record player after struggling to listen to it with my headphones. Didn't get it the first time but enjoyed it - first half better than the last but 1985 not awful

Paul doing all his Paul things.

een heel zomers album. Vooral door de verschillende tempos voelt het als reizen in een stikhete trein met de zomerzon die naar binnen kruipt. Daarnaast ben ik altijd fan van een rasp als instrument keuze!

good acousticy 70s vibe. definitely something I could throw on and just vibe to. 4/5 ⭐️

I have a hard time with any non-Beatles Paul McCartney music. It's not that it's bad. It's pretty good. But anything just pretty good dilutes his legendary status.

- that riff on band on the run is so nostalgic sounding even though i’ve never heard this song - jet is a classic fun beatles type jam with fun harmonies and a nice vibe. - bluebird is an absolutely gorgeous song. i wasn’t expecting that vibe from this and i am very pleasantly surprised! - mrs vandebilt was a good fun song but i couldn’t understand a word they were saying? 😭 and it was just kinda underwhelming especially right after bluebird - can’t lie i thought that let me roll it was going to be about weed lol but i do like the almost like gospel choir vibes of this one and the bass is really nice. that guitar riff got pretty repetitive though i can’t lie to you - mamunia is so sweet i really like this. the overlapping singing at the end is so beautiful wow i love this song! - i love a classic sounding song like no words. those harmonies are just beautiful! - i enjoyed the first half of picasso’s last words, especially that clarinet (?) solo. but after the switch up thing they did i didn’t like the second part as much - didn’t really have much to say about nineteen hundred and eighty five - pretty good album!! enjoyable listen! :)

Best album he has made after the Beatles!

Good album. Nothing spectacular, added a few songs to my liked Playlist.

knew a lot of the songs!!

Really enjoyable listen 👍

I mentioned elsewhere I’ve generally avoided the Beatles’ solo stuff because it’s universally not as good. This one is maybe the closest, but never reaches those heights. Still, it was an enjoyable enough listen

This is a good album, all the hallmarks of McCartney. Not his best piece of work but very good. Would I add it to my vinyl collection? Probably not, would I listen to it on a streaming service? Probably.

4 bangers, generational talent and one of the best breakout albums for an artist going "solo" or in a new direction from their big famous band. I thankfully got to see Paul McCartney in Orlando & headline Bonnaroo 2013. Probably the best concert I've ever seen. He played 38 songs! 38 at 72 years old. Here's just a taste... Grande finale Hey Jude into Encore 1 with Day Tripper & Get Back. Encore 2 Yesterday & Helter Skelter. Encore 3 the Abbey Road ending medley... Perfection! I'm giving this 4 cause PmC's held to the highest of standards & this isn't with his 5 stars.

This is better than the Black Album

Enjoyed this, nineteen hundred and eighty four is a banger

Rv

J'ai adoré l'album, on dirait une longue balade ou un long voyage avec des airs très gais et ensoleillés. Les instrumentales sont stimulantes et donnent envie de danser, l'album est comme une aventure entre une bande d'amis, plein d'insouciance :O Band on the Run - 7.8/10 (d'après les notes individuelles), ressenti 8/10

Best song: Band on the run Groovy, old, and still has its charm

Omissa (ja varmaan aika monen muunkin) papereissani Mäkikartanon Paulin post-Beatles ajan levyistä paras. Nimibiisi, Jet ja Mrs. Vanderbilt erityisesti ollut itselläni paljonkin kuuntelussa vuosien saatossa. Onhan tässäkin pari aika meh-biisiä, mutta levyn lyhyt kesto antaa nekin anteeksi. Picasso's last wordsissa kaikuu aika vahvasti vielä Abbey Roadin B-puoli. Helppo nelonen.

Not nearly as good as a Beatles album, but Paul is a fantastic songwriter and so is this album.

Good stuff

Monet Paul McCartneyn Beatlesin jälkeiset tuotokset eivät ole tehneet itseeni kovin suurta vaikutusta, mutta täytyy myöntää että tämähän oli melko hyvä kokonaisuus. Pidän kuitenkin edelleen enemmän Harrisonin ja Lennonin ensimmäisistä soololevyistä. Band on the Run äänitettiin suurilta osin Nigeriassa, mutta Mamunia on ainoa kappale jolla kuuluu selkeästi vaikutteita afrikkalaisesta musiikista. Albumin aloittava moniosainen nimikkobiisi on ehdoton huippukohta.

Gran album. Bonita sorpresa la del saxo. Parece un album hecho para una película

Top 3 - 1. Band on the run 2. Mamunia 3. Nineteen hundred and eighty five

Fina instrumentala delar och detaljer i musiken. Trevlig musik att lyssna på när man åker tåg, kan tänka mig att det även är najs när man sorterar grejer eller gör monotont arbete.

The last song was a surprise banger. Start is awesome too. There’s just enough filler that I can’t give it a 5.

Singles are still great. Everything is pretty catchy. Can't expect less from Sir Paul.

Beautifully produced Lett me roll it to you is McCartney doing Lennon. Lyrics are nonsense. Paul probably needed someone to tell him "no" and John George and Ringo weren't around. Bluebird is probably the best thing on the album.

I liked this one. It's Paul at his post Beatles best. Hadn't heard it in its entirety before. If I had this on vinyl I'd not object on putting on the turntable occasionally. Not going to seek it out regularly, but it's got sone great tracks. Paul here is still in his great songwriting groove. A groove he fell way out of not too much later.

Band on the Run 4 Jet 4.1 Bluebird 3.7 Mrs. Vandebilt 3.7 Let Me Roll It 3.8 Mamunia 3.3 No Words 3.4 Helen Wheels 3.2 Picasso's Last Words (Drink to Me) 3.3 Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-Five 3.4 Score: 3.59

Strong 4

damn

Rather soft with a lot of acapela and some soft tone synth

OK, I know - this is by no means a Beatles album, but this is by far the best (solo) effort by one of the ex-members that came as close to their sound from the time of Abbey Road or Let It Be. There are well-crafted, sparse semi-overture-pop songs ("Band on the Run"), roaring rockers ("Jet", "Helen Wheels"), acoustic jazz-pop ballads ("Bluebird"),** and even blues with "Let Me Roll It", all with that undeniable McCartney ability to write well-crafted (pop) songs. I knew this album slightly, and was familiar with the hits, but after listening to it thoroughly. I actually do like it a lot, which I can't say about all of McCartney's solo efforts. Solid 4/5

Already heard...love it!

Decent. Had never listened but glad I have. Probably won't go into usual rotation though

Great album. Good use of synth, and immaculate vibes. Not much of a music expert but everything kinda "clicked" for me.

A very good album that feels unified, not only because it’s one of the rare rock albums to use reprises, but also because it also feels like it’s guiding to the climax of the final song. I think it accomplishes the feat. Although there’s one song that I think is pretty bad. 4/5

good album, enjoyable listen 8/10 favourite songs: band on the run, mamunia, 1985 least favourite: bluebird

Definitely the best McCartney solo album. Opening tracks are just fantastic. Love how some of the themes return at the end.

I’ve listened to a song or two off of this before and I liked it, but I haven’t heard the whole thing. I’m a huge Beatles fan, and Paul McCartney is my favorite Beatle, so I assume I’ll like it. That said, I’m gonna try to separate the two, as it feels unfair to just think of this as just “kind of a Beatles’ album.” The first song starts off with a sort of easy-listening sound, instantly bringing the listener into a sense of comfort—and then, as the lyrics start, a description of claustrophobia as the music builds. I love how, as the song transitions into Jet, it keeps the melody of Band on the Run into the instrumentals. It’s really creative and makes it feel really cohesive. Bluebird is silly. Quite whimsical. I can’t quite take it seriously. It’s still a very enjoyable listen, though, and would make a great kid’s song. Mrs. Vanderbilt is amazing. It’s the perfect blend of dramatic, somber, catchy, and drunk-feeling. The opening instrumentals are amazing and the melody and storytelling throughout are fantastic. The guitar/sax solos and little drum fills make for plenty of space for the song to both build and decompress. Mumunia, No Words, and Picasso’s Last Words slow the album down a bit, the most interesting of the three being the latter. The other two are well-done but nothing special. Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-Five is an amazing closer and the best song on the album. It’s the one I was most familiar with as well. The opening instrumentals and vocals are particularly amazing. It’s somehow both somber and something you can dance to, and it builds on itself really well. The callback to Band on the Run ties it together incredibly well, too—it makes you want to restart the album. The blend of jazz, pop, and arena rock in this album is very well-done. It all feels very natural and cohesive. There’s never a moment where a genre shift feels sudden or forced. Even though this album wasn’t made in great circumstances, it still doesn’t take itself too seriously—it’s both dramatic and lighthearted. It’s a good mix. Recap: Favorite songs: 1985, Band on the Run, Picasso’s Last Words Least favorite songs: N/A Comparisons: N/A Rating: 4/5

Awesome

Really enjoyable! I’ve never listened to this for whatever reason! Great album full of cracking tunes, will come back to this one for sure!

Obviously big fan of Beatles, but also Wings and him solo and with Linda. The post-Beatles stuff is plentiful and pleasant and this is no exception. Jet and Band on the Run are both classic and dated in that a lot of McCartney's stuff in the early 70's is of similar quality - that is, kind of fluffy and loose, frivolous even, but also inspired at the same time. Saw one of the top reviews that addressed the critical disdain Paul's solo work had (has) over Lennon's. Lennon definitely was up his own ass most of the time, but McCartney was always more fun and accessible while also being adventurous and experimental. This record is a good example of that.

I haven't listened to Paul McCartney solo in a while! This really takes me back (even if it hasn't been that long, but I'm young), as McCartney was my first ever concert as a kid. I remember I took my binoculars to the show, as I was seated in the nosebleeds. Great show, and a few of the songs on this album were in the setlist, which were Band On The Run, Let Me Roll It, Nineteen Hundred And Eighty Five. We recorded the latter and I've watched so many times over the years, which might be half the reason that it was the song I found most enjoyable while listening to the album this time. I do think it's the best song on the album regardless of the memories. The title track is not far behind. Not a perfect album, but there are some amazing songs in here.

Thought this one was a lot fun. Nothing in it really stood out to me, but there wasn’t anything I didn’t like either. Some nice upbeat, enjoyable music. Fav song: Band On The Run Least fav: Bluebird

Starts off really strong with band on the run and jet but falls a bit in the middle before bringing it back. I respect Paul McCartney for basically carrying the whole band on his back. Working serious overtime. Specific rating - 4.3 Fav song - Band on the run Least fav- Picassos last words

I'm in theory back! May end up posting more of a daily update than a proper album review tho... Band on the run had good vibes; 4.3/5

Lovely album. Quite easy listening vibes which isn't always bad but parts of the album just felt a bit too simple. Fun but not incredible. Favourite song: Mamunia Least: Bluebird

Sir Paul is an absolute legend. Fantastic record.

Καλό album, ζωντανή μουσική, ευχάριστο. Απρόσμενα ανώδυνο.

A great album that I come back to time and time again. Macca knows how to write a good song.

Let me roll very good

Band on the run - soft start, changes Mrs Vanderbilt - ho hey ho Mamunia - fun No Words - beatles Nine hundred and eighty five - more funky/groovy Overall, didn't know Paul&Wings before this 7.5/10

Pretty enjoyable.

Of course, the two hits are masterpieces, and the rest of the tracks are of variable interest to me. It's a four-star album for me.

Would buy

Album was better than I was expecting it to be. I'm not generally big on the post-Beatles solo projects of any Beatles members, but I found swaths of this album to be fun, jazzy, and strangely catchy. The lyrics weren't always on par with the sound, but I couldn't resist the grungy production of Let Me Roll It or the energy of Jet. I do think the album drops off a bit after Mamunia though.

I do love Sir Paul. Somehow, I've never listened to a Wings album, but I did know tons of these songs. A later, chiller banger I didn't expect was Mamunia. Sounds like Paul Simon was definitely listening to a lot of Wings pre-Graceland to me!

Good easy listening album

Great first effort as a band member/leader after the Beatles.

Liked way more than I thought I would. Pretty cool album with some nice lyrics - just not sure whether I would be excited to put this on again.

Another highly rated example of a Beatles solo album, probably trailing only "All Things Must Pass" for me personally as an example of such. While I'm here comparing the two albums, I will say that they're special for two different reasons: "All Things Must Pass" feels special because its a unique take in a unique direction for a Beatle, whereas "Band on the Run" sounds highly inspired by what The Beatles might have sounded like next, had they persisted beyond 1970's "Let It Be". Two different accomplishments for two very strong albums. Honing in on Paul McCartney specifically, this album is his finest solo Beatle work. So much of the music here has a distinct sound that, in my opinion, defies the release year of 1973; I definitely would have made a guess to put it much later in the decade, closer to 1980. That's probably due in part to the prominent, unique synthesizer use, something that was still not a common practice at this point, musically. But on the other hand, edgy gritty guitar riff moments all throughout pull it squarely back into the heart of the 1970s. Linda McCartney was no slouch either; I always find pleasure in listening for her excellent organ/keyboard work, as well as her harmonies. I've always enjoyed how the song "Band on the Run" is in and of itself a medley of three different, distinct musical ideas. Each part is independently epic and highly recognizable in its own right. I also enjoy how the album references itself in the end: "Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five" reaches its symphony-like conclusion, musically descends back into "Band on the Run" for a couple of seconds, and then fades out. Chef's kiss. All in all, a fantastic album. I have zero complaints.

I've already listened to his album (38). That Beatles magic is still there in spades.

Band on the Run the album and song are peak McCartney post-Beatles. Side A is great. Side B not as strong but still worth the flip. "Mrs. Vandebilt" may even rival the title track for top spot. Good fun record. What a wild back story for the album's recording too. Knowing that Paul provided more support than originally intended boosts the rating a bit. The Band truly went on the run, to an exotic locale and from themselves...3.75 stars.

The band The Beatles could have been

Good album! I remember hearing Band on the Run as a child and then being confused later in life when I couldn't find it on a Beatles album.

I was really flashed by the technical qualities you may find in the prodoction of this record. Didn't hear it for years. It doesn't sound as "seventiish" as you could assume ;-)

Some great iconic tunes here

Sitting in a dark corner of the basement working at my microscope as I vigorously point in the air shouting "JET AWOOWOOWOOWOO" 4.5

Great album. Was expecting a sound closer to the Beatles, but it was refreshingly different. Hadn't heard this album before, and was pleasantly surprised

A really good album, The title track and Jet are classics, I also really enjoyed Let Me Roll It and Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five. An easy 4 Stars.

Would make for a perfect road trip album.

I am a big Beatles guy, and I suppose enjoyment of the Wings and McCartney is legally required. This absolutely feels like bonus tracks of a Beatles album, and while being short, and not all that groundbreaking, it simply works. It feels nice, and he can craft a song like nobody's business. There is very little I disliked, may be let me roll it is a bit boring, but that is about it. Otherwise, I'll let him take me anywhere, and that dude has done everything.

fucking peak album 4.5/5

After listening to the Kinks do their best Beatles impression yesterday (which wasn’t very enjoyable) I thought I’d be getting more of the same with this album. I was pleasantly surprised. It’s a really mature and compelling exploration of themes beyond the basic early Beatles stuff, but that has the same early rock backbone that made them great. This was fun.

What a treat. Great to listen to the whole album, particularly enjoyed Picassos last words. The clarinet was 👏🏻

I did not like Wings when I was younger. I was a Beatles purist. Then I grew up. This is a great album.

Really good

I don't if it's because I'm Jet-lagged, but it sounded pretty good. 4/5

Really good stuff. A tight concentration of some of McCartney’s best material. Must-listen #252.

Heard a lot of the songs before and love this album.

Overall solid, interesting and fun album

Band On The Run is one of his very best tunes and Jet is pretty good but it slows down after that.

The first two tracks and the last track surprised me with how good they were and the rest seemed a little weak on ideas but strong on getting it together as much as possible. I liked this album a lot more than I expected to.

This album was such a treat! I had heard the title track before and loved it. It was good to hear that the rest of the album matched up to that track! Paul McCartney is perhaps the most well-known artists out there, and it's for good reason. This album is timeless. The music is great, the songwriting is great, and the vocal performance is great. It's not the absolute best of his work, but it is pretty up there!

Paul esbanjando talento. Ótimo álbum. QoA Adonis New.

Always a good time.

Band on the Run - 5/5 Jet - 5/5 Bluebird - 5/5 Mrs. Vandebilt - 5/5 Let Me Roll It - 4/5 Mamunia - 3/5 No Words - 4/5 Picasso's Last Words (Drink to Me) - 4/5 Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five - 5/5 Average score: 4.4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ i've never really bothered to explore Paul McCartney's work outside of his Beatles days, so i was pleasantly surprised at how much i enjoyed this. i don't think i loved this quite enough to give it 5 stars, but this was definitely a solid 4 - 4.5 stars at least favs: Band on the Run, Bluebird, Mrs. Vandebilt least fav: Mamunia

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