Paul McCartney always worked better in a band setting, but he could still deliver even if his only bandmate was himself.

Paul McCartney has never shied away from a big idea throughout his recording career, going back to his time with The Beatles and then all the way through his stint with Wings and his solo efforts.

A 50th anniversary vinyl reissue of Paul McCartney and Wings’ chart-topping Venus and Mars album is due out March 21. As the release of the half-speed-mastered LP approaches, McCartney has posted ...