As of April 2026, an official release of within the Paul McCartney Archive Collection has not been issued. However, several unofficial or "Ultimate Archive" versions exist that feature expanded tracklists, unreleased sessions, and non-album singles. Key Features of Expanded Versions
The album’s working title, “The Incredible Hog,” suggested a playful, bluesy jam band aesthetic, but the final product— Back to the Egg —was something more ambitious and dissonant: a rock album infused with new wave energy, prog-adjacent suites, and punk-informed aggression. Critically, it was a commercial disappointment, peaking at No. 6 in the UK and No. 8 in the US—respectable but a sharp drop from Wings’ previous heights.
The Paul McCartney Archive Collection presents a lovingly crafted reissue of McCartney's 1979 album , a critically acclaimed and commercially successful record that showcases the artist's remarkable eclecticism and creative breadth.
, resulting in a more raw, rock-oriented sound than its predecessor, London Town The "Rockestra"