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Released 13 years ago this October

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Paul McCartney · 2013

52 min · 15 tracks · classical music

A vibrant blend of pop rock and experimental sounds, echoing McCartney's timeless charm while exploring modern themes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Queenie Eye — This track captures a playful yet reflective tone, intertwining nostalgic lyrics with upbeat instrumentation, making it a standout celebration of creativity.
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    Save Us Start here — The opening track sets an energizing tone for the album, blending a catchy melody with lyrics that touch on themes of resilience amidst change.
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    Early Days — In this poignant reflection on memory and youth, McCartney employs a conversational tone that makes the personal narrative deeply relatable and heartfelt.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, engaging listening bursts
  • playful and uplifting moments
  • varied emotional expressions
  • light-hearted background ambiance
  • dynamic and rhythmic patterns

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Released in 2013, it showcases McCartney's continued creativity and relevance.
Moods
Uplifting· Dreamy
Career context
Released in 2013, New is Paul McCartney's first studio album since 2007’s Memory Almost Full, marking a rejuvenation in his later career. This album features collaborations with contemporary producers like Mark Ronson and Ethan Johns, showcasing McCartney's willingness to embrace new sounds while still retaining his classic songwriting style.
Stylistic neighbors
Wings· The Beach Boys· David Bowie

Tracklist

  • 1 Save Us Start here 2:39
  • 2 Alligator 3:27
  • 3 On My Way to Work 3:43
  • 4 Queenie Eye 3:48
  • 5 Early Days 4:07
  • 6 New 2:56
  • 7 Appreciate 4:28
  • 8 Everybody Out There 3:21
  • 9 Hosanna 3:29
  • 10 I Can Bet 3:21
  • 11 Looking at Her 3:05
  • 12 Road 4:36
  • 13 Turned Out 2:59
  • 14 Get Me Out of Here 3:27
  • 15 Scared 2:48

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