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35 Years Ago: 'Ringo' TV Special Airs

Dave Swanson — Thu, 02 May 2013 18:53:44 +0000

In April 1978, Ringo Starr was behind an hour-long TV special simply called ‘Ringo.’ Built around a ‘Prince and the Pauper’-style premise, the show looked a lot like many other variety programs from the era. Right down to its eternal cheesiness. The special begins with a mock press conference featuring George Harrison, whose first line — [...]

Joe Walsh 'Cooking Up Something' With Mick Jagger, Ringo Starr + More

Billy Dukes — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 19:19:49 +0000

It’s not clear what Joe Walsh is working on exactly, but the lineup he’s assembled is certainly intriguing. The Eagles guitarist teased fans with a photo that indicates something very cool will be coming soon. “Cooking up something here at Capitol Records,” Walsh said on Facebook last Friday (March 8). “I think you’ll like it.” Pictured (from [...]

Early Recordings from Ringo Starr's Pre-Beatles Band Unearthed

Chad Childers — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 14:48:18 +0000

Before there were the Beatles, Richard Starkey was a group called Rory Storm and the Hurricanes. The drummer, who would go on to change his name to Ringo Starr, recorded with the band before joining the Fab Four, and now some of those early recordings have surfaced after more than 50 years.

Beatles-Themed Cruise to Launch in 2013

Dave Lifton — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 20:55:24 +0000

With music festival cruises being all the rage these days, it makes sense that there would be a cruise dedicated to the most popular group of all-time. In March 2013, the Cruise for Beatles Fans will sail from Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. on the sea of green for a week-long floating celebration of all things John, Paul, George and Ringo.

Ringo Starr Says Second Generation Reincarnation of the Beatles Won't Happen

Billy Dukes — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 15:00:26 +0000

Three of the four sons of famous Beatles are willing to team up to honor their dads. James McCartney — son of Paul – had suggested the possibility earlier this year, adding that Sean Lennon and Dhani Harrison were fond of the idea.

Ringo Starr Loses Personal Beatles Photo Collection

Dave Swanson — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:29:05 +0000

To paraphrase one of his more famous solo songs, “All he’s got is a photograph,” and now, Ringo Starr doesn’t even have quite as many of those anymore, having apparently lost some important Beatles photographs.

Ringo Starr and His All-Star Band Return to Fallsview

Joe Russo — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:39:12 +0000

Ringo Starr must really like Niagara Falls. Once again, he kicks off his summer tour at the Fallsview with shows on June 14 and 15. The 13th version of Ringo's All-Stars will also spend two weeks in Niagara Falls rehearsing for thier tour, so there's a good chance you might run into Ringo at the slot machines

Ringo Starr Launches 'Wonderful' Valentine's Day Contest

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:30:32 +0000

Want to impress your beloved or your Valentine this Feb. 14 with a personalized message from Ringo Starr? Well, you have the chance. The former Beatle has kicked off his ‘Wonderful Valentine’ campaign on Facebook. We love it when a classic rock legend embraces technology and the digital space.