Paul McCartney officially launched the full-length leg of his 2025 tour Monday night at Palm Desert’s Acrisure Arena, proving that at 82, he’s still got the stamina of a rock legend.
After a shorter warm-up set in Santa Barbara on Friday, fans were unsure what to expect. But McCartney made it clear from the opening chords of “Help!” that this tour would be nothing short of marathon performances. The set stretched to 2 hours and 40 minutes, with barely a pause, as he tore through Beatles classics, Wings favorites, and select solo tracks.
Production highlights included a rising stage during “Blackbird,” explosive pyrotechnics during “Live and Let Die,” and a playful sense of humor from McCartney himself, who covered his ears after the fireworks and quipped, “Too loud.”
Supported by his tight-knit band of 25 years, McCartney sounded strong and joyful, delivering hits like “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Here Today,” and “Something” with remarkable energy. His voice remains impressively solid, his stage presence magnetic, and his connection with the audience timeless.
This isn’t just another nostalgia tour — it’s a celebration of endurance, music, and one man’s unwavering love for the stage.
