Paul McCartney admits he ‘didn’t really know how to be in a band’ after The Beatles split | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCasey Cooper-FiskeTuesday 04 November 2025 01:45 GMTRevealing Details About Paul McCartneySir Paul McCartney admitted feeling "adrift" and uncertain about being in a band after The Beatles' split in 1970.He then formed Wings in 1971 with Linda McCartney and Denny Laine, releasing seven studio albums, including the critically acclaimed Band On The Run in 1973.McCartney recalled the early days of Wings as exciting, noting they often started with no plans and played at universities.He believes Wings is experiencing a resurgence, with a new generation of fans showing significant interest and often citing their albums as favourites.During the recording of Band On The Run in Lagos, Nigeria, Sir Paul and Linda were mugged at knifepoint, losing the album's demo cassettes, which he later recreated from memory.In fullPaul McCartney reveals self-doubt after The Beatles splitThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in