Paul and Linda McCartney Record ‘Monkberry Moon Delight’ – 29 March 1971

Paul and Linda McCartney Recording ‘Monkberry Moon Delight’ – 29 March 1971

Monday 29 March 1971 | Paul McCartney, Studio

On 29 March 1971, Paul and Linda McCartney finished recording the vocals for ‘Monkberry Moon Delight’ from the Ram album at Studio B, Sound Recorders Studio in Los Angeles.

Two additional vocal tracks were added during the session:

• The first track featured backing vocals from Paul, including the screamed title just before the three-minute mark and ad-libbed vocals that followed.
• The second track included further backing vocals from both Paul and Linda.

The session was produced by Paul McCartney and engineered by Eirik Wangberg, contributing to the distinctive layered vocal sound of the track.

Session Highlights

• Completion of ‘Monkberry Moon Delight’ vocals
• Layered backing vocals from Paul and Linda McCartney
• Production handled by Paul McCartney
• Engineering by Eirik Wangberg
• Recorded at Studio B, Sound Recorders Studio, Los Angeles

Location: Sound Recorders Studio, Los Angeles

FAQs

Who contributed vocals to ‘Monkberry Moon Delight’?

Paul McCartney and Linda McCartney both provided vocals, including backing and ad-libbed lines.

Where was the song recorded?

Studio B, Sound Recorders Studio in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Who produced and engineered the session?

Produced by Paul McCartney and engineered by Eirik Wangberg.

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