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Luca Perasi
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Author of the book series PAUL McCARTNEY: MUSIC IS IDEAS (VOL 1 and 2), Italian translator of Paul McCartney's THE LYRICS, collaborator with MPL for "The 7" Singles Box". Journalist for CLASSIC ROCK Italy.

https://www.mccartney-musicisideas.it/
Paul playing concertina outdoors at Lympne Castle (photo © Laurence Juber/The Juber Family Archive). The photo, among many others, is featured in the new book 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐠𝐠. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬' 𝐋𝐚s𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐮𝐦
Buy it here:
US: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FY17Q5YC
UK: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FY17Q5YC
November 21, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Paul and Linda at the Hammond B3 organ in Scotland (photo © Laurence Juber/The Juber Family Archive). The photo, among many others, is featured in the new book 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐠𝐠. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬' 𝐋𝐚s𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐮𝐦
Buy it here:
US: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FY17Q5YC
UK: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FY17Q5YC
November 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
My new book "Back to the Egg: The Story of Wings' Last Album" is OUT! Both on paperback and hardcover, full colour, 174 pages. Thanks to Laurence Juber for the in-depth conversation we had and for the photos included in the volume!
US: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FY17Q5YC
UK: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FY17Q5YC
October 30, 2025 at 11:31 AM
A “stripped down” version of “Footprints”, similar to the all-acoustic version Hugh Padgham heard in the demo cassette. Listen to the purity of Paul’s voice. All in the new book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”!
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October 12, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Happy 39th anniversary Press to Play! A prime example of McCartney’s architectural talent and Padgham’s production style! The new book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”, a journey through its myriad sonic wonders.

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August 25, 2025 at 7:54 PM
“Move Over Busker”, who thinks Press to Play couldn’t rock? All in the book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”!
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August 8, 2025 at 4:48 PM
“Press to Play” is an album full of interesting sounds, including guitars. Psul, Eric Stewart, Carlos Alomar and Pete Townshend are all featured. Tons of details in the book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”!
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August 3, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Was there a “production misunderstanding” on Press to Play? Or not? Why both Eric Stewart and Hugh Padgham were asked to co-produce with Paul? All in the book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”!
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July 10, 2025 at 7:46 AM
“Spies Like Us” was recorded during a break in the Press to Play sessions. Paul came up with a trick for his guitar part in the verse, because it was too complicated! All in the book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”!
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July 6, 2025 at 3:25 PM
What were Paul’s feelings about Press to Play at the time? A chapter titled “The impostor syndrome” in the book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound” explores his insecurities during the promotion (in the photo he’s cheerful as ever).
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July 2, 2025 at 3:42 PM
What did the critics say about Press to Play?
Rolling Stone: 'One of the sturdiest LPs of McCartney’s career' / Spin: 'An aural marvel' / Chicago Tribune: 'Nothing very memorable'
All in the book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”!

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June 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Did you now that ‘However Absurd’ came about during breakfast at Paul’s house? Tons of never heard anecdotes and stories in the new book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”!
Get your copy, also on hardcover:
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June 20, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Paul showed insecurity during the Press to Play sessions, even suggesting hiring another bass player… Much more in the new book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”, a journey into the sonic marvels of the album! 👇
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June 13, 2025 at 7:39 PM
The new book “Press to Play. That Unmistakable 80s Sound” is OUT NOW!
An unprecedented and rich historical look at one of Paul McCartney's most forgotten albums, taking you on a journey through its myriad sonic wonders.
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June 5, 2025 at 7:08 PM
The new book “Press to Play. That Unmistakable 80s Sound” is OUT NOW!
An unprecedented and rich historical look at one of Paul McCartney's most forgotten albums, taking you on a journey through its myriad sonic wonders.
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🇺🇸 amazon.com/dp/B0FC2Y11JZ
🇬🇧 amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FC2Y11JZ
June 5, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Hugh Padgham talks about Paul’s stereo diagrams for Press to Play. Much more in the upcoming book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound”.
Book cover to be revealed on Monday 2 June!
Buying links will follow soon 🔗
May 31, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Drummer Jerry Marotta talks about “Footprints”. Full interview in the upcoming book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound” OUT NEXT WEEK!
Stay tuned for the book cover and buying links soon!
May 29, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Guitarist Carlos Alomar has been interviewed exclusively for my upcoming book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable ‘80s Sound”. He contributed great guitar sounds and moods to the album. Stay tuned for the release date, the book cover and more audio insights!
May 28, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Super producer Hugh Padgham has been interviewed exclusively for my upcoming book “Press to Play: That Unmistakable ‘80s Sound”. He wanted a different feel for the album. Stay tuned for the release date, the book cover and more audio insights!
May 25, 2025 at 5:06 PM
It was autumn 1984 when Paul McCartney enlisted as collaborators Stewart and Hugh Padgham. The result was one of his most unconventional and overlooked albums.
Stay tuned for teasers about my upcoming book on PRESS TO PLAY... with interview excerpts, the title, the cover and much more!
May 21, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Conceived as a theatrical show, the Ringo album is exuberant, and full of catchy songs. All about in the new book "Ringo Starr: I Play the Piano If It’s in C. The Stories Behind the Songs (Vol. 1) 1970–1997"
GET YOUR COPY👇
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UK www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0F2DYD27G
April 6, 2025 at 5:30 PM
My new book “Ringo Starr: I Play the Piano If It’s in C. The Stories Behind the Songs (Vol. 1) 1970-1997” is OUT NOW!
The first reference book ever dedicated to Ringo’s solo career, with 157 song entries, including 23 unreleased tracks.

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March 27, 2025 at 1:55 PM
“Letting Go”. The basic track was taped at Abbey Road on 5 November 1974 in 21 takes. Paul: “It’s a nice tune and kids sing it all the time! It’s my favourite track.”

All in the book 'Paul McCartney: Music Is Ideas. The Stories Behind the Songs (Vol. 1) 1970-1989'

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March 15, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Happy Women’s Day with “Another Day”, the sympathetic portrait of a woman who struggles to “stay alive”. What a great image that “Dipping in the pocket of her raincoat”!

All in my book “Paul McCartney. Music Is Ideas. The Stories Behind the Songs (Vol. 1) 1970-1989”

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March 8, 2025 at 6:07 PM
A new conversation with the great ’Paul Or Nothing’ Podcast about my book "Paul McCartney: Music Is Ideas. The Stories Behind the Songs (Vol. 2) 1990-2012"

Enjoy!

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March 4, 2025 at 11:50 AM