Sodajerker On Songwriting Episode 142 - Mike 'McGear' McCartney
Aug 29, 2019
Mike 'McGear' McCartney, a talented musician and photographer, chats playfully about his career, focusing on the reissue of his solo album, McGear. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from iconic studio sessions, including making 'Lily the Pink' and his collaboration with Paul McCartney. Mike reflects on his Liverpool roots and the emotional inspiration behind 'Woman,' reveals spontaneous moments with guest musicians like Jimi Hendrix, and even discusses his animated project, The Weirdos. It's a delightful dive into music history and creativity!
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Name Change And Early Hits
- Mike McCartney changed his surname to McGear to avoid accusations of nepotism with his brother Paul in The Beatles.
- He recounts early Scaffold success including hits like "Lily the Pink" and "Thank You Very Much."
McGough & McGear Studio Stories
- Mike describes the McGough & McGear sessions as collaborative projects packed with guest stars like Paul McCartney and Jimi Hendrix.
- He says it felt like an experiment rather than work and was surprised how well it still sounded decades later.
How The 'Boom' On Lily The Pink Was Made
- For "Lily the Pink" Mike insisted on a heavy bass-drum thud and even overdubbed Ringo's bass drum from Abbey Road to get the sound.
- He describes borrowing Ringo's drum and muffling it with his overcoat to achieve the desired boom.
