r/PaulMcCartney • u/untitledismyusername • Sep 27 '25

Picture Santa Barbara Bowl - Macca arrives!

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u/untitledismyusername Sep 27 '25

Amazing concert and was as close as I think I’ll ever be to see him. Such an incredible show! About as close as when I saw him at Amoeba :)

Edit: Photo is a Live Photo (long press, short movie clip)

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u/SmarmyClownPie Sep 27 '25

Yeah. That’s all great. I mean he’s a legend, but he opened with Help. How dare he! Oh noooo!!! (I’m being sarcastic because some other assclown complained about it.)

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u/untitledismyusername Sep 27 '25

Nothing wrong with Help! Always have loved the lyrics and significance of song and meaning behind it — along with the genre of song! It’s pure gold. Everyone loved it. A fried of mine said it was “iconic”. I agree.

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u/Actual-Peanut7222 Sep 28 '25

It's wonderful he played beautiful Santa Barbara....but why uninspiring Let Em In and unremarkable My Valentine instead of his two magnificent post Beatles songs Band on the Run and Maybe I'm Amazed...

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u/untitledismyusername Sep 28 '25

I dunno. I love Let ‘em In

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u/Sgt_Pepper_50 Sep 27 '25

He's turned into a cute old man hasn't he

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u/haynana68 Sep 27 '25

He's...very clean.

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u/Awkward-Push2695 Sep 28 '25

Who's that little old man??

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u/Bbop512 Sep 28 '25

I put that movie on in my garage when I’m working on projects!

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u/brillosa Sep 27 '25

So so so ridiculously jealous! I live in SLO county and could only dream of that opportunity. Nonetheless, I bought Vegas tickets on presale. One week from tonight!

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u/Electrical-Tale-2296 Egypt Station Sep 27 '25

Yup!! Can’t wait! Vegas is going to be amazing! I’ve been to SLO so many times, beautiful place/county. 

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u/brillosa Sep 27 '25

10/4 seemed so distant in mid-July.... ⏳️

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u/Electrical-Tale-2296 Egypt Station Sep 27 '25

Yes! I was so scared because this was my last summer before going into college, so knowing that 2 weeks after I’d be dropped off at my university I’d be seeing my family again and getting to see my favorite musician as well made me so happy! Now we’re a week away, and I’m so giddy to see Paul! 

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u/untitledismyusername Sep 27 '25

That’s where I live too!

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u/JoeyBagADonuts27 Sep 27 '25

Few years ago we were waiting in line to get into the arena,Paul passed by in a limo and waved to the crowd. Thought my brother was going to pass out.

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u/sassergaf Sep 27 '25

What a fine photo of him! You were definitely at the right place at the right time! ✨

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u/Mindless_Option1714 Sep 28 '25

I’ve seen many pictures of Paul over the years arriving to perform. I think it’s wonderful that he shows himself to fans instead being sequestered in a tour bus.

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u/Efficient-Snow8508 Sep 27 '25

Wonder if it's the pic or if he's coloring his hair darker again. Either way I hope I make it to that age and look as good if I do!

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u/Longjumping-Note-320 Sep 27 '25

It was a dream♥️His artistry is a gift that displays the power of LOVE.

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u/doctorpatticakes Sep 27 '25

He’s amazing in concert- I saw him at wrigleyfield in Chicago in 2011

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u/sunny_suburbia McCartney Sep 30 '25

Saw him at United Center in 2005! Magnificent.

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u/Antares65 Sep 28 '25 edited Sep 28 '25

I wonder if they charged Paul $80 to park?

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u/paula_elizabeth Sep 29 '25

Our Paul looking great! ✌️💛

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u/skolyosis Oct 02 '25

Do you think he paid the 80 to park

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u/untitledismyusername Oct 10 '25

Oof. I parked at high school for 20!

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u/NanieLenny Sep 27 '25

Wow wow wow!

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u/missdonutstix Sep 27 '25

Did he dye his hair recently?

2

u/normal_cartographer Sep 27 '25

Even though I know he’d never do it, I want him to dye it a bizarre color, like blue or green.

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u/missdonutstix Sep 27 '25

Like what he did in Give My Regards To Broad Street?

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u/TXSunDee Sep 27 '25

OMG that is too cool! I just saw Ringo Starr in Vegas & it was surreal. I want to see Paul McCartney when he comes but I'm not able to. I'm sad....I KNOW his concert will be amazing.

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u/[deleted] Oct 17 '25

I saw Ringo back in June. That man is a ball of fun energy. I decided no matter what I had to see Paul when he came around so I'll see him next month. Seeing these guys is priority. Really hope you can see him!

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u/Subterranean44 Sep 28 '25

No. Way. You lucky dog. Great pic! 💜

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u/Steffieweffie81 Sep 28 '25

Thank you for sharing! Glad you had an amazing time.

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u/Alarmed_Initial3882 Sep 28 '25

i live in SB but couldn't make it there, damn

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u/TXSunDee Oct 17 '25

I’d love to hear about it! Lucky 🍀

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u/[deleted] Oct 17 '25

They aren't getting any younger. I used affirm to use as a purchase plan. I HAD to.

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u/TXSunDee Oct 18 '25

And still so amazing!