- by Jason Gregory
- Saturday, November 22, 2008
- Photo by: WENN
Paul McCartney Changes His Name To Gladys Jenkins
Sir Paul McCartney has revealed that he changed his name to Gladys Jenkins while recording his new Fireman album.
In an interview with Channel 4, the former Beatle said that by using a woman’s name he felt more relaxed while singing.
He also said it was a technique he first used when recording with the Beatles.
“We decided to go undercover, to do whatever we wanted,” he said.
“That way, when you go to the microphone, I don’t think of it as going as Paul McCartney and it frees you up.
“I’d say, ‘Right, you’re going to become Gladys Jenkins.’ It was quite thrilling, that’s how we approached 'Sgt. Pepper’s'.It’s like you’re playing instead of working.”
The Fireman's new album 'Electronic Arguments'features thirteen tracks written by Sir Paul and is the first Fireman album to feature vocals.
Each track, produced by Youth, was recorded in thirteen days over the period of nearly a year.
Reports have claimed that one of the songs on the album is inspired by Sir Paul's former marriage to Heather Mills.
The Beatles
(The rare Beatles shots appear courtesy of theCBS’ exhibition, which is on display at the Beatles Story until November.)
Previous
Next
Oasis' Noel Gallagher Defends Manchester After Mick Hucknall Attack... Next 
When Music Stars Pose Nude For Magazine Covers.jpg)
Bob Dylan - 'Together Through Life' (Sony) Released 27/04/09 
Unseen Photos Of John Lennon and Yoko Ono's Bed-In
Sir Paul McCartney, Tom Hanks Unveil George Harrison's Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star
20 Disgusting Album Covers 
BuyThe Beatles T Shirts now!
Kraftwerk Mesmerise Manchester Velodrome With Startling 3D Show
Blur Storm Opening London Hyde Park Show - PHOTOS
Kasabian Rock Manchester Academy - Photos
Register now and have your comments approved automatically!