“I couldn’t think of a more fitting recipient,” McCartney began in his introduction. He playfully continued, “Except maybe Bob Dylan. Or Paul Simon, or Billy Joel, or Beyoncé, or Taylor Swift. The ...

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While Lennon was present only via video, McCartney was live on stage at the Nov. 6, 2025 show The Pinnacle in Nashville and thanks to technology, was able to sing a duet of The Beatles' "I've Got A ...