paul mccartney

Few classic rock acts could claim such thrilling variation.

Classic rockers and some of their progeny are having a great year.

From Elton John and Eric Clapton to Bob Dylan and Peter Frampton – and many more.

The Beatle even played a song that hasn't been heard live since 1964.

He's had so much post-Beatles success that this list doesn't include six other platinum-sellers.

A quip from his Auntie Lil helped inspire the No. 1 hit.

Here's how it could happen.

The icon gets nostalgic and reflective about life, death and the Beatles.

Hard rock, soul, live albums and greatest hits all mingled atop the charts in this eclectic year.

He served as Colbert's final guest, playing on the same stage where the Beatles famously performed on 'The Ed Sullivan Show.'