KILLEN, however, would not disclose the exact day McCartney will arrive beyond "early June."

Before the Beatles split in early 1970, their records had sold more than 400 million copies and grossed well over $400 million. The English foursome has been acclaimed in history as the undisputed musical phenomenon of the last decade.

"Paul’s manager said he will be talking to the press and mingling with the musical community," Killen explained. "He’s going to be here six weeks so that he can get to know the people in the music industry and get the feel of Nashville and its music."

"IF I CAN just get him into town and out to his house smoothly, I’ll be greatly relived." the executive said.

Killen who is executive vice president of Tree Publishing and owner of Soundshop Recording Studio, said he is responsible for making the rock musician’s visit comfortable. Killen said he is looking for a ranch-type residence for McCartney, his family and band.

McCartney will be accompanied by his American born wife, Linda, the daughter of prominent New York lawyer Lee Eastman, and their three daughters.

"THEY WANT something with quarter horses, possibly with two houses — one for the band and the other for the band," Killen said. "I hope to find something with a swimming pool or lake so that he can be very comfortable and relax.

"He’ll be doing some writing, and more than likely, he’ll do an album. Plans are at this point for me to work with him on the record," said Killen.

"We can put together some phenomenal band. Paul is looking for something new and fresh. Although he’s coming here for the influence of Nashville’s music, I don’t want to say anything that will indicate it will be country, because I don’t know," Killen said.

KILLEN SAID he had not talked with McCartney, but had been told of the musician’s wishes by his manager in New York.