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Laurence Juber's Bass Lesson from Paul McCartney
Laurence Juber recalls his 1979 session with Paul McCartney's Wings, where he got a bass lesson from the Beatle.
In brief
Laurence Juber recalls his 1979 session with Paul McCartney's Wings, where he got a bass lesson from the Beatle. Juber played on Paul McCartney's 1979 album Back to the Egg, earning a Grammy-winning Rockestra Theme. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Beatles fan turned session guitarist
Juber started playing guitar in November 1963 during Beatlemania's peak in the UK.
George Martin's influence
Juber worked with Beatles producer George Martin on Denny Laine's 1976 album Born on a Friday.
Joining Wings in 1978
Juber replaced Jimmy McCulloch in Paul McCartney's band Wings after McCulloch's firing for drunken behavior.
Back to the Egg sessions
Juber recorded with Wings on their 1979 album Back to the Egg at a Scottish barn studio.
Rockestra Theme Grammy win
The track Rockestra Theme won the 1980 Grammy for Best Rock Instrumental Performance.
Paul's bass lesson
Paul McCartney knelt to give Juber picking tips after liking his bass part on Winter Rose.
Goodnight Tonight omission
The Wings hit single Goodnight Tonight was excluded from Back to the Egg to focus on studio recordings.
Denny Laine's Weep for Love
Denny Laine's Weep for Love wasn't recorded for Back to the Egg as the album was already finished.
Studio gear details
Juber used a 1970s Gibson Les Paul Custom, 1963 Fender Strat, and a Martin D-28 during sessions.
Wings' unique sound
The album blended punk influences with McCartney's production style for a fresh sound.
Juber's career impact
Juber credits his time with Wings as a master's degree in music business and career development.
Wings' legacy
Back to the Egg remains a unique chapter in Paul McCartney's artistic timeline with strong fan recognition.
Dolby Atmos experience
Juber discovered the album's full potential through a Dolby Atmos mix, highlighting its layered sound.
Paul's production style
McCartney coaxed punk-rockabilly solos from Juber using Eventide harmonizers and live recording techniques.
Wings' post-1979 trajectory
Wings' live version of Coming Up reached number one in the U.S. after McCartney's Tokyo arrest.
At a glance
Juber played on Paul McCartney's 1979 album Back to the Egg, earning a Grammy-winning Rockestra Theme.
