Back catalogue: Rock

Review: Transmitting from 1983 and finally back in print again after a long time out of print, this is the sound of the former Beatles drummer teaming up with Eagles main man Joe Walsh for a set of tight, focused AOR rock with a touch of that playfulness that Starr brought to all his solo work. Highlights include the talkbox boogie of 'Be My Baby', which really brings Walsh's involvement to the fore, and the sparse, funk-informed 'I Keep Forgettin'. Clearly taking a shot at the spikier strains of alternative rock which were taking over in the early 80s, Old Wave is a treasure for fans of Starr to revisit after all this time.

Review: Recorded at home in Ringo Starr's Roccobella West studio, the former Beatles drummer has drafted a number of long-term partners in crime for his latest release. Those names include Steve Lukather, Linda Perry, Fave Coz, Jose Antonio Rodriguez, and Bruce Sugar, among others. But, ingredients aside, what's the end result actually like?

Well, for one thing, it feels like a record made with camaraderie. The appropriately-titled 'Everyone & Everything' has a definite Fab Four vibe to its outro, requesting that all in earshot get involved in a chorus designed to get everyone and everything singing along. 'Let's Be Friends' takes that atmosphere to the after party, "Ya, ya, ya, ya" vocal hook making the whole thing sound slightly madcap. Meanwhile, closer 'Free Your Soul' invites us into smoother and sexier surrounds via sax and tropical beats.

Review: Ringo and his All-Starr Band recorded this popular live show in October 2019 at the iconic Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. The show featured Greg Rolie (from Santana), Steve Lukather (from Toto), Hamish Stuart of Average White Band and Men at Work's Colin Hay. They worked through a fairly epic mix of classics with plenty of live and raw energy. Tunes such as Black Magic Woman originally by Santana, Toto's 'Rosanna' and 'Pick Up The Pieces' from Average White Band all featured. They all sound razor sharp as this one comes on double CD with a Blu-Ray.

Review: Ringo Starr returns with Look Up, a fresh country album produced and co-written by T Bone Burnett, with 11 original tracks that bring a new twist to Ringo's storied and much fabled career by blending his iconic style with Nashville's country roots. Starr, a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and nine-time GRAMMY winner, not to mention being the drummer in the most famous band of all time, recorded these songs in both Nashville and Los Angeles, adding depth to his celebrated - and pretty much unrivalled - legacy.

Review: Old Wave, Ringo Starr's 1983 studio album, is often regarded as his most underrated work. Produced by Joe Walsh and Russ Ballard, this release is now available for the first time on picture disc vinyl, featuring high-resolution remastering that enhances its sonic quality. The package includes the unique vinyl picture disc, a protective inner sleeve and an eye-catching cut-out jacket adorned with a marketing sticker, making it a collector's delight for fans of Ringo and The Beatles. The tracklist boasts a mix of catchy pop and rock tunes. There are deeper emotional themes found in songs like 'Picture Show Life' and 'As Far As We Can Go' as well. While covers like 'She's About A Mover' and 'I Keep Forgettin'' suit his style, the album also features the light-hearted instrumental 'Everybody's in a Hurry But Me', showcasing contributions from Eric Clapton and John Entwistle. Overall, a special package with some under appreciated music within.