Paul McCartney's Surprise NYC Concert Draws Fans

Paul McCartney surprised New Yorkers with an intimate concert at the Bowery Ballroom on February 11, which was announced just hours before the show. Tickets, costing $50 each, were available only at the venue's box office and sold out within 30 minutes, drawing fans from all over the city. The venue's capacity is around 600, making it a significantly smaller setting than McCartney's usual performances. Concertgoers were prohibited from using their phones or recording devices during the show. This surprise performance comes ahead of McCartney's scheduled appearance at the 'SNL50 Anniversary Special' and follows the conclusion of his 'Got Back' tour. The event has been compared to the impromptu gigs McCartney has held in New York in the past, such as his 2009 performance at the Ed Sullivan Theater.