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When Paul McCartney walked on stage at the Santa Barbara Bowl on September 26, 2025, few could have predicted the surprise he had in store. For the first time since 1990, the legendary Beatle launched into “Help!” a song he hadn’t performed in full for over three decades. “It felt right tonight,” McCartney told the crowd, his voice carrying both nostalgia and defiance. The intimate show was phone-free, leaving fans with nothing but the music, the memories, and a night that reminded everyone why McCartney remains one of rock’s most enduring forces.

Paul McCartney Surprises Fans at Santa Barbara Bowl

On September 26, 2025, Paul McCartney kicked off the U.S. leg of his Got Back tour with an intimate concert at the Santa Barbara Bowl in California — and gave fans an unforgettable surprise.

The show opened with a historic moment: McCartney performed “Help!”, a Beatles classic he hadn’t played in full since 1990. The performance reignited memories of the past and set an emotional tone for the night. Alongside Beatles and Wings favorites, McCartney also included “Now and Then”, the much-anticipated Beatles track built from archival recordings of John Lennon and George Harrison.

Supporting him on stage were longtime bandmates: Paul “Wix” Wickens on keyboards, Brian Ray on bass and guitar, Rusty Anderson on guitar, and Abe Laboriel Jr. on drums. Their tight musicianship carried McCartney’s music through every era of his legendary career.

The Santa Barbara Show Sets the Tone

The Santa Barbara Bowl concert acted as a preview of what fans can expect from the tour. The official North American leg begins September 29 in Palm Desert, followed by major stops in Denver, Chicago, Atlanta, Montreal, and more.

The setlist combined timeless Beatles classics, Wings hits, and solo material. Highlights included:

  • “Help!” (first full performance since 1990)
  • “Coming Up”
  • “Got to Get You Into My Life”
  • “Now and Then”
  • “Lady Madonna”
  • “Hey Jude”

Encore:

  • “I’ve Got a Feeling” (featuring a virtual John Lennon duet)
  • “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band (Reprise)”
  • “Helter Skelter”
  • “Golden Slumbers” → “Carry That Weight” → “The End”

A Phone-Free Experience

Adding to the uniqueness, the concert was a phone-free event. Attendees were asked to secure their devices in Yondr pouches, ensuring the focus stayed on the music and the shared live experience rather than screens.

McCartney’s decision to revisit “Help!” after more than three decades added an extra layer of nostalgia and emotion to the night, reminding audiences why his tours are not just concerts, but deeply personal musical journeys.

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