Ringo Starr Celebrates Legacy with Country Concert at Ryman Auditorium
Ringo & Friends At The Ryman
The two-hour concert, Ringo & Friends At The Ryman, took place at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville earlier this week. The event will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+ in the spring.
The Concert
Ringo Starr performed songs from his recent country album Look Up, as well as his solo hits and The Beatles classics reimagined with a country twist. The proceeds from the concert will benefit the American Red Cross and those affected by the LA wildfires.
Special Guest Appearances
The evening featured a star-studded lineup, with special guests including Jack White, Sheryl Crow, Emmylou Harris, Billy Strings, Brenda Lee, and many more. Jack White opened the show with a cover of Carl Perkins’ Matchbox, accompanied by Starr. He later performed The Beatles classic Don’t Pass Me By.
Setlist
- Matchbox (with Jack White)
- It Don’t Come Easy
- Time On My Hands
- Octopus’ Garden (Molly Tuttle, no Ringo)
- Don’t Pass Me By (Jack White, no Ringo)
- Thankful
- Honey Don’t (Billy Strings, no Ringo)
- Without Her (The War And Treaty, no Ringo)
- I Don’t Want To Spoil the Party (Sheryl Crow, Molly Tuttle, no Ringo)
- Boys (Ringo on drums and vocals)
- Have You Seen My Baby
- You Don’t Know Me At All
- Act Naturally
- I Wanna Be Your Man
- What Goes On (with Billy Strings and Molly Tuttle)
- Look Up
- Photograph
- Yellow Submarine (with Jim Keltner and Jack White)
- With A Little Help From My Friends (with Emmylou Harris, Brenda Lee, and previous guests)
Ringo Starr’s Thoughts on Solo Career
In a recent interview, Starr revealed that he’s not interested in being a solo artist, stating "I only want to be in a band." He also shared a humorous anecdote about Sir Elton John’s mother leaving one of his gigs due to not knowing any of his songs.
Conclusion
The Ringo & Friends At The Ryman concert celebrated the legacy of Ringo Starr, featuring a unique blend of country and rock music. The special guests and performances made for an unforgettable evening, with proceeds benefiting the American Red Cross and those affected by the LA wildfires.
FAQs
Q: Who performed at the concert?
A: Ringo Starr, Jack White, Sheryl Crow, Emmylou Harris, Billy Strings, Brenda Lee, and many more.
Q: What was the setlist for the concert?
A: See the full setlist above.
Q: What is the purpose of the concert?
A: The proceeds from the concert will benefit the American Red Cross and those affected by the LA wildfires.
Q: What is Ringo Starr’s stance on being a solo artist?
A: Ringo Starr has stated that he’s not interested in being a solo artist, preferring to be part of a band.