When was Tug of War by Paul McCartney released?
Tug of War was released on the 26th of April 1982. It is McCartney's fourth solo studio album and his 11th album overall.
Questions about Tug of War (Paul McCartney album)
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Who produced Paul McCartney's Tug of War album?
Tug of War was produced by George Martin, the former Beatles producer. Martin also played Fender Rhodes on the album and won the Brit Award for Best British Producer for his work on the record.
What artists collaborated with Paul McCartney on Tug of War?
Stevie Wonder, Carl Perkins, Ringo Starr, Stanley Clarke, and Eric Stewart all appeared on the album. Stevie Wonder co-wrote and performed on "Ebony and Ivory" and "What's That You're Doing?", while Ringo Starr played drums on three tracks.
How did Tug of War perform on the charts?
Tug of War reached number one in many countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, the Netherlands, Italy, Norway, Sweden, and West Germany. It sold over one million copies in the United States in the year of its release.
Where was Tug of War recorded?
The main sessions took place at AIR Studios in Montserrat, in the Caribbean, running from the 3rd of February to the 2nd of March 1981. Further sessions were held that summer at Martin's AIR Studios on Oxford Street in London.
What Grammy nominations did Tug of War receive?
Tug of War was nominated for Album of the Year at the 1983 Grammy Awards. "Ebony and Ivory" was nominated for Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best Pop Vocal Performance. The 2015 deluxe reissue received a nomination for Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards in 2017.