Wings

Wings musically defined the 1970s, and their legacy continues to resonate today. Formed in 1971 by Paul McCartney, along with his wife Linda McCartney and guitarist Denny Laine, Wings became Paul’s vehicle for both personal healing and artistic rebirth following the break up of The Beatles. Over the course of a decade, the band released seven studio albums and charted an ambitious, unpredictable journey that blended musical experimentation with global success. 

Their breakthrough came with Band On The Run, a critically acclaimed and commercially massive album recorded in Lagos, Nigeria. They released a string of global hits, including the Oscar-nominated James Bond theme Live And Let Die , the soulful ballad My Love, and the chart-topping anthem Mull Of Kintyre, which became the UK’s first single to sell over two million copies.

By the time of their ‘Wings Over the World’ tour, Wings were performing to sold-out arenas and stadiums around the globe long before such venues became standard for rock acts. That tour produced the live triple album and concert film Wings Over America capturing the band at their peak and solidifying their place in music history.

Wings’ legacy is undeniable. They sold over 22 million albums, pioneered large-scale touring, broke box office records and redefined what a post-Beatles Paul McCartney could be. More than just a successful band, Wings were a testament to creativity, determination, and starting over when the world least expects it.