Thousands of fans logged on to an exclusive webchat with music legend Paul McCartney to hear him talk about his music and announce a special addition to his European tour – ‘Back in the World'. For the first time ever, McCartney will perform in Russia to 100,000 people in the stunning setting of Moscow's Red Square on May 24th.

Sir Paul also announced details of a once-in-a-lifetime competition for one lucky fan to win a unique prize of not only attending the Moscow show – but also to be in the show, on stage in front of the 100,000 crowd as one of the pre-show troupe of dancers and theatrical performers. All details of the exclusive MSN competition were revealed on www.msn.co.uk/mccartney.

Tracy Blacher, Marketing Manager at MSN.co.uk, commented: "Normally fans wouldn't get this level of direct access to such a revered music legend. It's great that today's chat gave millions of McCartney fans the opportunity to hear him make a special announcement and talk about his music and latest tour live on MSN.

"Today's chat kicks off an exciting, exclusive competition for MSN sites in Europe, starting in the UK. Using MSN Messenger fans will be able to see him in rehearsals in an exclusive webcast on March 25th, plus win the chance to join him as part of his show in Russia in May".

Fans unable to catch the action live can access the chat for free at www.msn.co.uk/mccartney where it will be archived until March 26th.