Sir Paul McCartney wants to retire with a huge farewell world tour next year. The 67-year-old Beatles legend is planning to play at a host of "unusual" locations before walking away from performing large scale shows.
A source said: "Paul wants to go out with a bang. He's played countless stadiums over his 50-year career and is on the hunt for the most unusual locations he can find."
"He realizes the older he gets, the less his body will be able to cope with the demands of extended periods on the road. He might play the odd benefit concert - but other than that he'll be putting his feet up and enjoying retirement."
Discussions about which cities Paul will play at are already underway and a host of landmark locations have already been earmarked.
The "Hello Goodbye" hitmaker is keen to perform at China's Tiananmen Square and Checkpoint Charlie - the name given to the best known crossing point at the Berlin Wall, which was torn down in 1989 - while several dates in Brazil have been penciled in for next April.
The source added to Britain's The Sun newspaper: "The tour in 2010 is likely to last well over a year, by which time Paul will be getting close to 70. He's making enquiries about a number of special locations and he's keen to play in China and Checkpoint Charlie."
November 20, 2009 - 08:41AM - stephen michael sweet I
To Whom it may concern,
I have been a huge Sir Paul Mccartney fan since 1964. I have been able to see him numerous times over the years. This was an excellent story, to say the least! Of course, my biggest dream is to be able to meet him someday, get a picture taking with him, and have him personally sign a Vintage Hofner Beatle bass Guitar!! Of course, that will never happen becuase, one, he probably wouldn't be bothered with male fans. And two, he is so tightly secured that it would be impossible to meet him, because of all of the "Crazy Nuts" in the world. These idiots ruin it for us good guys, in my opinion! (Good example, just look at what happened to John Lennon)That "Nut Case, actually thought that he was John Lennon! How stupid can you get. He should have gotten the "Death Penalty" Oh well, I can still dream! However, I don't have very much time left on this earth, because of all of my serious health issues. But it sure would be nice if I was able to see him just one more time in concert! That alone, would be the ultimate experience, don't you think? Oh well, like I said before, I can still dream. Thanks for letting me share with you.
Sincerely,
Stephen Michael Sweet I
P.S. Sir Paul, your the best! and you always have been. In all of history, there will never be anyone in musical history that will ever come close to your talent! Ciao!
