Paul McCartney Releases Single Ahead of 'Boys of Dungeon Lane' Album
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Paul McCartney released a new single, “Days We Left Behind,” and announced his upcoming album, “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” set for release on May 29, marking his first new album since 2020’s “McCartney III.”
- The album is described as McCartney’s most introspective work, featuring autobiographical themes about his childhood in post-war Liverpool, his family, and early experiences with George Harrison and John Lennon.
- Produced by Andrew Watt, the album was created over five years during breaks in McCartney’s touring schedule, with McCartney playing most instruments and exploring a variety of musical styles.
- The album’s title and themes are deeply connected to McCartney’s Liverpool roots, specifically referencing Dungeon Lane, a street near his childhood home, and continuing a nostalgic motif present in his earlier unreleased work.
- McCartney’s new music release coincides with his upcoming two-night concert at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood, his first live shows since his 2025 arena tour, amid high demand and limited ticket availability.
