James Taylor at the Santa Barbara Bowl, CA

James Taylor returned to the Santa Barbara Bowl this past Wednesday (May 6), continuing a now-familiar tradition at the iconic venue. After a two-night stint on May 13–14 last year and a previous stop on May 31, 2023, his visits have become something of an annual ritual. Still, predictability ends there—each tour brings a freshly curated setlist and subtle reinvention, ensuring no two performances feel the same. This show was broken into two sets. Just before nightfall, Taylor took the stage where he played an incredible show of hits, covers, and rarities with his All-Star band. His “All-Star Band” is […] The post James Taylor at the Santa Barbara Bowl, CA first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.