His appreciation of country has shined throughout his career, first with his early band Rory Storm and The Hurricanes, his years with the Beatles with songs like “Act Naturally,” “Honey Don’t,” “Don’t Pass Me By,” and others, then, in 1970 when he traveled to Nashville to record his first country album Beaucoups of Blues.
When Ringo Starr announced his new T Bone Burnett-assisted country album Look Up, he also revealed plans for an all-starr concert at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium tonight and tomorrow. Today, he has revealed the guests for that shindig and announced it will be a benefit for wildfire recovery in Los Angeles,
During one of his two nights performing at the Ryman, Ringo Starr was surprised by Emmylou Harris who invited the former Beatles drummer to make his Grand Ole Opry.
Country, rock hall of famers, modern stars joined icon Ringo Starr at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium to celebrate the release of his album 'Look Up.'
Ringo Starr discussed his “emotional” connection to country music, revealed some favorite country artists at a Nashville press event to promote his new album, 'Look Up,' and his shows at the Ryman.
The British musician highlights his longstanding love of country music on an album produced by T Bone Burnett and featuring Alison Krauss and Billy Strings.
Ringo & Friends at the Ryman' will feature Jack White and Sheryl Crow and will celebrate the singer's legacy through the lens of country music. It will tape in Nashville this week.
In light of Post Malone's country music debut, these two artists are seemingly following a similar path with the hopes of a similar result.
Centra Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2025 Loretta M. Burd Scholarship Program. The program awards 34 $2,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors and adult students. One high school scholarship will be awarded from each of the 28 Centra branches.
That’s right, after a recent show, Starr was surprised on stage by Grand Ole Opry member Emmylou Harris, who gave him the invite to play the Opry. “I’d love to,” Starr said. “It’s an honor and a pleasure. Thank you.”
Former Beatle Ringo Starr joined Jack White, Mickey Guyton, Brenda Lee and more onstage to showcased his vast musical catalog, including his new country album, for an upcoming TV special.