Paul McCartney Reveals Favorite Beatles Cover, Highlights Esther Phillips' Version

The Beatles' narrative continues to reveal surprises, as highlighted in a new publication from the Ultimate Record Collection series, which offers a fresh perspective on the band's early career and music. This edition examines the band's prolific output during the height of Beatlemania, detailing the unprecedented demand for new music and the unique challenges faced by the record industry at the time. In a related project, Paul McCartney's photography exhibit at the Gagosian gallery showcases images from the height of Beatlemania, initiated by McCartney's own vision for the collection. Meanwhile, McCartney reflects on his solo career, revealing that what became one of his best solo albums began as a collection of 'throwaways' during a period of self-doubt following The Beatles' breakup. His recent performance at the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live emotionally resonated with fans, as he paid tribute to past experiences and late comedian Chris Farley. Additionally, McCartney expressed his fondness for Esther Phillips' cover of 'And I Love Him,' highlighting the beauty of reinterpretation in music.