Saturday 15 June 1974 | Rehearsal | Nashville, Tennessee, USA
On 15 June 1974, Wings rehearsed at Claude 'Curly' Putman Jr's farm in Nashville, Tennessee — rented for $2,000 a week — working primarily on material that would become the singles 'Junior's Farm' and 'Sally G', both recorded in Nashville that summer.
Drummer Geoff Britton played through a broken right foot during the rehearsals. The Melody Maker erroneously named him 'Jeffrey Brittain' in its coverage of the Nashville sessions.
Wings in Nashville
The Nashville sessions in the summer of 1974 were part of a productive period for Wings following the success of the Band on the Run album (1973). McCartney was drawn to Nashville by its musical heritage and the opportunity to record in a different environment from London. The sessions produced 'Junior's Farm', released as a single in October 1974, and 'Sally G', its B-side — a country-influenced track that reflected the Nashville setting.
The Wings lineup at the time of the Nashville sessions was Paul McCartney, Linda McCartney, Jimmy McCulloch, Geoff Britton, and Denny Laine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Wings record in Nashville in 1974?
Wings recorded 'Junior's Farm' and 'Sally G' in Nashville in the summer of 1974. 'Junior's Farm' was released as a single in October 1974; 'Sally G' was its B-side.
Who was in Wings in 1974?
In 1974, Wings consisted of Paul McCartney, Linda McCartney, Jimmy McCulloch (guitar), Geoff Britton (drums), and Denny Laine (guitar). Britton was replaced by Joe English in 1975.
What is 'Junior's Farm'?
'Junior's Farm' was a Wings single released in October 1974, recorded at Curly Putman's farm in Nashville, Tennessee. It reached number three in the UK and number three in the US.
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