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Ringo Starr, like his peers in the Beatles embarked on a solo career despite his lack of songwriting abilities. His first and second instalments came in the form of “Sentimental Journey” on March 27th 1970, and “Beaucoups of Blues” released on September 25th 1970. The former reached number reached number 7 in the UK Albums charts, and number 22 in the Billboard 200. The latter unfortunately didn’t achieve similar chart success, however, it was recorded impressively in just two days.
His third album simply entitled “Ringo” released on November 2nd 1973 made it to number 7 in the UK Albums chart and number 2 in the Billboard 200. It was shortly after, certified Platinum by the RIAA. The album featured appearances of all four members of the Beatles. His fourth studio album, “Goodnight Vienna” despite not matching the success of the previous “Ringo” was certified Silver by the BPI and Gold by the RIAA, and peaking in the top twenty of eight countries.
Starr continued to release solo albums over the years including “Ring’s Rotogravure”, and “Ringo the 4th”. Unfortunately when Starr released “Old Wave” on June 16th 1983, the album didn’t achieve any chart success. He had a hiatus for the next decade, before releasing “Time Takes Time” on May 22nd 1992, which at best reached number 19 in Austria, however, Ringo Starr by this point had formed his All-Starr band, which he still tours with to this day.
On January 14th 2008, Starr released “Liverpool 8” which still managed to make the charts of six countries. He has also released a total of twelve live albums with his All-Starr band.
Live reviews
Ringo Starr blew the house down with his All-Starr Band on Friday, June 27th, 2014 at DTE Energy Music Theater in Clarkston, Michigan. At exactly 7:30 p.m., Ringo Starr burst joyfully onto the stage with Rockabilly Maestro Carl Perkins' famous song, "Matchbox", although Ringo Starr certainly did not have a long way to go! Following this Rockabilly Classic, Ringo burst effortlessly into his first solo hit, "It Don't Come Easy". Yet, throughout the entire 2 and half hour show, Ringo Starr kept the memories of his days with John, Paul and George constantly in mind! Ringo continued with his solo song "Wings".
He then made way for members of his All-Starr Band to "do their thing" with the following songs:
(1.) Todd Rundgren frolicked left and right on stage, with "I Saw the Light" and "Bang the Drum All Day".
(2.) Greg Rolie belted out the Santana hits "Evil Ways", "Black Magic Woman" "Gypsy Queen" and the Tito Puente cover "Oye como va".
(3.) Steve Lukather and Warren Ham broke-it-lose with the songs, "Rosanna" and "Africa". Steve Lukather also delivered a delectable solo in "Hold the Line".
(4.) Richard Page also "knocked the ball out of the park" with the Mr. Mister classic "Kyrie". He also drew Crowd-pleaser with the song "Broken Wings".
But, the undeniable Star of the show was the man "Ringo Starr", himself!
With almost no effort, except for one false-start on the song "Don't Pass Me By", from The Beatles "White Album", Ringo Starr gave his audience more than their money's worth with the songs, "Honey Don't" (another Carl Perkins Rockabilly Classic), "Yellow Submarine", during which he made reference to Led Zepellin, by warning that, "If you don't know this number, then you have come to the wrong venue!", his solo song "Anthem", "I Wanna Be Your Man" (before which he asked if there were any ladies in the audience?), "Photograph" (which he had co-written with George Harrison), "Act Naturally", which was written by Buck Owens, (about which Ringo said that always tries to Act Naturally), "With a Little Help from My Friends" and the John Lennon Anti-Vietnam Anthem "Give Peace a Chance", for which Ringo was joined once more my all the members of his 2014 All-Starr Band! Ringo finished off this truly memorable concert by saying "thank you very much! You have been a great audience! Always remember, "PEACE AND LOVE IS THE ONLY WAY!" "Good Night Everybody!" The audience was eager to catch a glimpse one more time of there "Starr", but this was not meant to be! The lights went up at 10:00 p.m. and Ringo Starr had made history yet again at DTE Energy Music Theater! By Amit Kshirsagar Ann Arbor, Michigan
amit-kshirsagar
Fun show in the round at Phoenix's Celebrity Theater with the legendary Ringo Starr fronting his band of "All-Starr"s Ringo was his usual fun-loving, funny and boisterous self coming out right at the start with his cover of "Matchbox" then into his own "It Don't Come Easy" & The Beatles "What Goes On".
It was then time for Ringo to sit on the drums and backup his fellow band mates as they took turns (figuratively and literally) onstage and first up was Gregg Rolie. Best known as Journey's keyboardist, Gregg's first gig was with Santana and this was 50 years ago during Santana's formative years and this was where they drew from as Gregg and band tore through "Evil Ways" with Toto's Steve Lukather on guitar. Steve was next with "Rosanna" and if I had only one complaint about the show, it would be the tone on Lukather's guitar. The screechy, high-compressed distortion tone worked for his 80's hits but a cleaner tone would've been much better for the Ringo and Santana songs, but overall the complaint is small as his interplay with band, especially Gregg Rolie, is exceptional.
The Average White Band's Hamish Stuart may be the least known member of Ringo's entourage and this was noticeable during his three takes at AWB hits throughout the night. The songs were well played and Hamish is having a blast but the crowd seemed indifferent using the time for bathroom breaks instead.
Colin Hay started his Men At Work with the ubiquitous "Down Under" which came off a bit lackluster but he and the band, especially multi-instrumentalist Warren Ham's sax playing on "Overkill" & "Who Can It Be Now".
The show wrapped with Ringo once again taking the center stage and a slew of hits ending with Sgt. Peppers' "With A Little Help From My Friends" and a little snippet of "Give Peace A Chance" to wrap the evening up.
It's a slightly cheesy but delightfully entertaining show. Yeah, it's not ALL Ringo (I was with a friend who was genuinely surprised at this fact, even though Ringo has been doing this for 30 years) but it was nice to see a true legend up close, and with the rotating stage, at every angle possible.
WGSmith
Ringo Starr is best known as the drummer of one of the most legendary, chart topping and record breaking bands of all time, The Beatles. What I was expecting was a solo tribute man nostalgically reminiscing over the music and band that made him famous. What I got was a legend and true talentin his own right. Ringo Starr absolutely smashed it. He brought the house down with a number of his solo hits, including ‘It Don’t Come Easy’ and ‘Wings’. Ringo and his band in no way tried to emulate The Beatles, but rocked the stage by bringing their own lively energy and music to the excited crowd. However, homage was indeed paid to the band that made Ringo a Star(r)! ‘With a Little Help from myFriends’ and ‘Yellow Submarine’ were, of course, played to rapturous applause. As was classic ‘Let it Be’, which was met with an incredible cheer from the crowd. However, Ringo did not stray too far from his own solo set and was careful to give his performance a distinctively non-Beatles vibe so as to make his own mark on stage, which he did to great success.
sabraziz
The concert was fine, but Ringo sang few songs. I paid a ticket to see Ringo not the others and listen songs like "Oye como va" Excuse me???? Sorry I must say I feel really disappointed.
Also the problem with the video recording or pictures. In 21st century is absolutely IMPOSSIBLE tell people do not use the mobile phone to record or take pictures. It was outrageous the people who were in the first 4 rows we were under the sight of one of the security not letting us take videos. Of course I move to other rows to not to be in his sight and I could make pics and videos.
I at least counted 45 people recording around me when Ringo sang "Act Naturally".
Thank you
mar-torres-fernandez
We were very happy that we chose this concert Ringo Sarr and All Star Band at the Warner Thearter in Washington DC. Mr. Starr was flanked by Mr. Lukather, Todd Rundgren, former Santana and Journey keyboardist Gregg Rollie, Mr. Mister vocalist and bassist Richard Page, drummer Gregg Bissonette (David Lee Roth, Spinal Tap) and multi-instrumentalist Warren Ham. They played HITS by all and our seats in row S was very close and the sound was excellent.
cynthia-brownell
Saw the Beatles in 1965. Brought back great memories. Other featured artists a nice plus. Lots of great music. Signed up before the concert and received some cool items. Wearing Ringo shades!. May frame posters. Nice trip down memory lane. Went home and played my Albums...yes albums from the 60"s. Still sounds great!
Nealdana2
Phenomenal ! I had a really good time. Not only the band was phenomenal, But the mixture of hits from the 60s 70s and 80s was such a joy. Ringo it’s just amazing for a man of his age. I had a great time and I do not regret a penny I spent on going to the show.
petra-zeitz
Ringo was amazing. Lots of energy and his voice sounded as good as ever. The rest of the band was good but I think that most people would like to hear more of Ringo rather than Toto and Santana but maybe that's just my opinion. Overall, I enjoyed the show.
bob-koch-3
Excellent
Exceeded my expectations
All star band was awsome
Everybody upbeat, excited to play
They had fun on stage
All the songs they played brought back memories, they did not miss a beat.
Espo713
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