Industry May 25, 2026

Paul McCartney Reflects on The Beatles' US Debut on Ed Sullivan

Plus, Colbert sings obscure Elvis Costello song with its writer

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Paul McCartney Reflects on The Beatles' US Debut on Ed Sullivan

Paul McCartney recently reminisced about The Beatles' first appearance in the United States on The Ed Sullivan Show. He described the American influence on the band's music, noting that rock ‘n’ roll, the blues, and other genres that shaped their sound originated in the US. McCartney shared these thoughts during his appearance on the final episode of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. The broadcast also featured Colbert performing an Elvis Costello song alongside the songwriter himself. Originally reported by MusicRadar.