Paul McCartney 's previous New York-area performance took place three years ago at MetLife Stadium, capacity 82,500. His surprise show Tuesday night at the Bowery Ballroom fit, at most, 575.

Paul McCartney gave New Yorkers an opportunity to “come together” for one night, and one night only –– for a surprise concert ...

Beatles legend is used to playing sell-out arenas - but chose to play to just hundreds of fans at surprise gig in New York’s ...