Fans' Reviews
Sept. 2, 2001
- San Diego, Calif. (San Diego State Uni. Open Air Theatre)
From Ira the K the Fifth Beatle
I have seen Ringo
three out of the six times the tour has stopped in San Diego. Each show
has been memorable.Greg Lake and Roger Hodgson song selections were
strong.Ian Hunter should have played Rock and roll queen or Roll away
the stone, with Dudes.Howard Jones and Sheila E. were enjoyable. Mark
Rivera is always great cause he comes from Brooklyn, New York.
Aug. 30, 2001
- Universal, California (Universal
Amphitheater)
From Brian Schreiber
dear friends: allow me to appologize... even though i've enjoyed the
music these artists have produced over the years,when i purchased the
tickets i assumed this would be merely a 'novelty' show due to the diverse
musical tastes of everyone involved. after picking myself up off the
floor duing 'court of the crimson king' , i realized this was not the
case!!! THESE GUYS KICK ROYAL BOOTY!!! SEE THEM!!!!
Aug. 27, 2001
- Portland, Oregon (Schnitzer Concert Hall)
From Liz Snyder
Tonight was my
4th All-Star concert and this was the best one yet. The show was at
Schnitzer Hall in downtown Portland. The crowd was ready to party from
the start. We were on our feet, singing and clapping through most of
the songs. The thing I love most about the All-Star Band is that it
brings back to life music of groups that have gone their separate ways-
music that otherwise would only live on CD's.
What a treat to hear the Logical Song live! The high points of the show
(excluding Ringo) were the sets by Roger Hodgson (SuperTramp) and Greg
Lake. I saw Emerson Lake & Palmer do "Lucky Man" in Tuscaloosa in the
early 70's.
This band did a wonderful job recreating all the classic songs. They
really seemed to be enjoying the crowds enthusiasm.
I didn't care much for Ian Hunters' sets.. Why would you try to play
"Cleveland Rocks" anywhere but Cleveland?? It just doesn't work. A Portland
crowd just wont get up and sing to it. And they didn't. He had to resort
to changing it midstream to Mariners Rock and later Oregon Rocks to
get any kind of interest from the crowd. He got a better response to
"All the Young Dudes" but I never cared for that one either.
The other low point was Howard Jones's sets. The general crowd reactions
were.. hmmm... sounds familiar.. Do I know that?" The only song that
seemed to work for him was the one that seemed entirely composed of
"O O OOO O O OOO" (sorry I couldn't figure the title out from that one..)
Ringo was wonderful as always.. He chatted more than I recall in previous
shows. I thought "I'm The Greatest" seemed a bit abbreviated, and Back
Off Boogaloo seemed to suffer from lack of volume in the drums. Sheila
was playing but didn't seem to give it the bashing it needed. Final
word...Worth every bit of the three and a half hours of driving each
way.
Aug. 23, 2001 -
Saint Paul, Minnesota (Minnesota State Fair)
From Deb in the Twin Cities
I just returned
from the concert at the Minnesota State Fair and it was wonderful! The
hot weather of the day turned into a comfortable evening and we had
two hours + of great entertainment. There was a huge crowd there, and
everyone was going back in time with each song. Sheila E. being a hometown
girl gave the concert a certain special significance for many. Although
in the past I didn't necessarily follow the music from some of Ringo's
stars for this tour , it was fun going "Oh, yeah...!" and getting into
the song. We all were especially impressed with Mark Rivera's extensive
musical ability and his way of getting the crowd to participate. But
of course, we had more fun with Ringo. We had front-row seats, and it
was one of the best concerts I have been to in a long time!
Aug. 23, 2001
- Saint Paul, Minnesota (Minnesota State Fair)
From Carol Peterson
My husband & I
knew that this concert wouldn't be as "great" as the '97, where we were
within arm's reach of the stage, and met and spoke with Ringo before
the show... and even though my tickets were screwed up and we were (at
top ticket $$) in the nosebleed section, it was a good concert. Not
as personal as we would have liked (and I don't think Ringo cared for
it either - he could barely see the audience), but very, very good music.
His personality toned down quite a bit, he stuck to making short intros.
The only disappointment for me (besides my seats) was the lack of "enthusiasm"
from the audience. Here was a packed/sold out group, watching one of
rock 'n roll's legends and they barely got on their feet. Strangely,
the last concert was the same. Barely anyone sang to the music, and
almost no one got up and danced. I couldn't sit still at either concert,
and even my daughter, 7, (who knows him as Mr. Conductor) couldn't stop
herself from singing. The two women in front of us, mid-40s, very severe
looking, kept giving us "we're annoyed with your enthusiasm" looks -
which just made me sing louder. I hope he doesn't take the "toned down"
attitude of the Minnesota audiences as a clue and forget to come back.
I was also surprised to see people getting up and leaving 4 songs before
the encore - what could possibly be more important at 10:30 at night?
Even with two sleeping children, and a 4 am wake-up - we weren't leaving
our seats. I wasn't a big fan until I met him - and his gentle touch
and fantastic humor sold me.
Aug. 21-22,
2001 - St. Louis, Mo., and Rosemont, Ill.
From Travis Truitt
After months of waiting, I "toured" the Midwest with Ringo Starr and
His All-Starr Band, seeing them in concert in St. Louis and Chicago
on August 21st and 22nd. This was his most eclectic band, and possibly
his most likable. The All-Starrs seemed to genuinely enjoy each other
and enjoy playing more than any other band I've ever seen.
Roger Hodgson was warmly received by both audiences as everyone seemed
to love his Supertramp songs. "Give a Little Bit" sounded particularly
beautiful, and "Take the Long Way Home" was another huge crowd pleaser.
I personally thought Howard Jones was fantastic, though the crowds didn't
seem as into him as I was. I think it is great that Ringo included Jones
and Sheila E. in his band, since so many of his fans are younger and
are possibly more familiar with their music than that of bands like
ELP and Mott the Hoople.
But, regardless of the other band members, the two drummers clearly
stole the show. Sheila E. was beautiful, clearly thrilled to be on stage,
and amazingly talented. Her drumming was spectacular to listen to and
watch. I always talk about what an exciting drummer Ringo is visually,
and Sheila E. is the same way. Not only was her drumming out of this
world, but her presence kicked Ringo's drumming up to a new level as
well. Not usually one to show off, Ringo pounded the skins like the
master that he is and with the energy of a twenty year old. At one point
the two performed sort of a dual drum solo, and Ringo let Sheila E.
shine on her own during and after "A Glamorous Life," and Sheila E.
let Ringo shine during his drum fills on "I Wanna Be Your Man." Both
crowds seemed stunned at their drumming performances.
Ringo looks better than ever. He's the Beatles tortoise of "tortoise
and hare" fame. At the age of 61, he's become the hardest working, best
looking, greatest showman of the Beatles. He appears so youthful, energetic,
and confident that it would be a shame if he stopped performing.
I think "Don't Go Where the Road Don't Go" was the big highlight for
me. The song is a great rocker, and anyone that wasn't familiar with
it needs to stop talking about the damn Ed Sullivan Show from forty
years ago and realize that Ringo is STILL a relevant rock and roll star
(so go buy his new albums)!
In St. Louis I had third row seats and was able to move to the front
of the stage for the last three songs, and I actually reached up and
patted Ringo's arm as he reached into the crowd. I had Beatle karma
flowing through me! And at one point Ringo smiled and pointed at me
as I sang and danced. It was thrilling being so close to the stage,
plus I got some great pictures.
While my seats at the Rosemont Theatre near Chicago weren't as good,
it was cool to be in the crowd while the potential live album/video
was being recorded. The crowd in Chicago was on its feet throughout
every Ringo song and for most of the entire concert, which was somewhat
surprising considering most of the All-Starr concerts I've seen. There
was an amazing energy throughout.
These were my eighth and ninth All-Starr Band shows, and they rank up
there with the best concerts I've ever seen. Ringo's All-Starr concept
is brilliant, and as a performer and showman, he never fails to deliver!
Aug. 22, 2001
- Rosemont, Illinois (Rosemont Theater)
From Jeff of Schaumburg, IL
Last night Ringo and his New All Star band tore up the Rosemont Theater
in Chicago! This was my first time seeing a Beatle and I'm still surprised
at how great Ringo sounded! All of my favorite Ringo songs were there......."I
Wanna Be Your Man", "Boys", and "Back Off Boogaloo" just to name a few.
Roger Hodgson of Supertramp sounds as superb as he was in his heyday,
and Sheila E. was an excellent percussionist and all-around performer,
who got the crowd on their feet. I hope Ringo and the All Starrs come
back next year, I'll never forget this concert!
Aug. 22, 2001
- Rosemont, Illinois (Rosemont Theater)
From Cindy Pruitt
I bought tickets
for Ringo's All Star revue for the first time this year -- and I will
be back. Wow! What an awesome evening! Ringo was very engaging and enigmatic;
and he sure can still smack the cans.
The All Star cast was so amazing - a real treat. Sheila E was a huge
surprise - I never knew she was such a power drummer. Howard Jones was
so cool. Seeing Greg Lake brought back great memories (Court of the
Crimson King and Lucky Man). Rodger Hudson singing Supertramp songs
-- and my favorite was hearing Ian Hunter - sing All The Young Dudes
(one of my all time favorite tunes).
There was camaraderie on stage and it was magic all around. It was wonderful
seeing Ringo out there - and in such super form. You know he doesn't
do it for the $$. And he still flashes the peace sign at every opportunity.
What a great humanitarian. I'm so glad I didn't miss this year's event!
p.s. The unnamed all-around musician on stage with the band was too
amazing to describe. I believe his name is Mark Rivera?
Aug. 19, 2001 -
Oklahoma City, Okla. (Frontier City)
From Kristi and Catherine of Oklahoma City, Okla.
FANTASTIC, FANTASTIC,
FANTASTIC! What else can we say? Grateful they came to Oklahoma City.
After reading some of the reviews all I can say to you that didn't like
particular parts of the show ie. Sheila E. YOU'RE NUTS! Sheila E. was
the biggest surprise of all for us. We already knew she was an incredible
drummer - but WOW! It appeared that she and Ringo really enjoyed playing
together and off of each other. It was a treat getting to see all of
this fantastic talent playing on one stage (especially Roger singing
my personal favorite Supertramp song - "Long Way Home") Certainly ranked
up there with the best shows we've ever seen.
The weather was the usual lovely Oklahoma summertime temperature of
around 100 degrees and the band didn't let it faze them in the least.
We feel lucky that this great band came to Oklahoma and put on a terrific
show. We just would like to say THANK YOU, for a very memorable night.
Aug. 19, 2001 -
Tampa, Florida (Frontier City)
From Melinda Newingham
Just saw the All
Starr band in OKC last night. It was like seeing 6 concerts in one night.
I had so much fun. The music and singing and backups on every song sounded
just like the original band. It was the best concert I have seen. I
could go on about each person but it would take too long. Excellent,
excellent! Ringo is so funny and so much fun. Sheila never stopped smiling
the whole time! We had fun, too.
Aug. 18, 2001 -
Fort Worth, Texas(Billy Bob's Texas)
From Mary Ann of Texas
Smiles. I looked
around Billy Bob's Texas during the concert on August 18 and that's
what I saw. Smiles were everywhere -- from the stage and from the audience
and even from the staff, a sea of happiness swelling into earsplitting
eruptions of joy. Ringo promises a good time, and he and the new All
Starr Band certainly deliver. The jammed packed capacity crowd was treated
to an unforgettable evening of fantastic music and exuberant merriment.
It's obvious that the members of the 2001 band love what they are doing
and that they get a kick out of playing together. Ringo, who looks wonderful
and has never sounded better, remarked that he felt blessed to be working
with this set of musicians, and during the evening every band member
echoed the sentiment. Before launching into "Cleveland Rocks" Ian Hunter
observed, "I don't' think I've ever been in a band that's got on so
well."
The show , which began at 10:30 PM, ran the entire two and a half hours,
but even at one o'clock in the morning the cheering audience wanted
more. All Starr Band perennial Mark Rivera, playing everything but the
kitchen sink, remains a delight to hear and watch. Ian Hunter, Greg
Lake, and Howard Jones were certainly audience pleasers and each one
brought the crowd to its feet, but it was Sheila E who won the longest
ovations. Ringo, though, was without doubt the star of the show and
it was he that people came to see.
Starting out wearing a read shirt decorated with horses, jeans, and
a huge silver western belt buckle, Ringo expressed his pleasure at being
back in Texas at Billy Bob's. Several times during the night he enthused
about how good he felt and what a thrill it was to be playing a club
again. There were several "What's my name?" calls which resulted in
thunderous responses that seemed to please the drummer. Caught up in
the Texas theme and having noticed the horses just outside the stage
door, Ringo announced that next time he was going to ride a horse on
stage. He then proceeded to gallop across the stage on a pretend steed
remarking that since he had the name, why not a horse.
After his "Yellow Submarine" break, Ringo reappeared in a blue tee-shirt
and sparkling silver vest, and though remarking about the heat, he remained
at his playful best interacting with the crowd and at times bestowing
his sweat towels upon various appreciative fans. In response to the
numerous signs held aloft by admirers Ringo joked that he felt he was
on The Price is Right. When one man held up a tiny child Ringo quipped,
"Please don't offer me any more small children."
Before the encore Ringo explained that this was the time when the band
usually left the stage and the audience made a lot of noise, but since
it was "just too damn hot," the band would just stay on stage. He then
informed the crowd that they were to make the noise anyway, and they
did just that. After basking in the noisy love fest for an appropriate
amount of time, Ringo pretended to walk back on stage and the evening
ended with "Don't Go Where the Road Don't Go" and "With a Little Help
from My Friends."
Even after the house lights came back on, the besotted crowd cried for
more. No one was ready for the music and fun to end. What started out
sounding like the oddest assortment of All Starr Band members ever has
ended up being one of the all time best.
Aug. 15, 2001 -
Tampa, Florida (USF Sundome)
From Mike Imparato of Crystal River, Florida
My wife and I took
our two boys ages 6 and 10 to see Ringo in Tampa. The show was great.
My boys have been incredible Beatles fans after watching Yellow Submarine
two years ago. It was an incredible thrill for them, as well as myself,
to see the "real Ringo" . He is entertaining and funny. His band was
fabulous.
I saw ELP perform live in 1977 in New York and Greg Lake brought back
some awesome memories. The day after the concert, my 6 year old decided
to trade in his guitar for a set of drums. Now I have all that pounding
going on in my house but I don't mind one bit. Who knows ? One day he
could be on stage as well.
Aug. 15, 2001 -
Tampa, Florida (USF Sundome)
From Mark
Show was fantastic
and Ringo looked and sounded great. I have been to many concerts, and
the sound problems people have noted in previous posts are very typical.
Fact is, Ringo's sound quality was actually very good. So....if you're
going to the concert, don't worry....you are going to enjoy the show
and the sound of the music. Toward the end of the show we got up by
the stage. I very quickly taught my 10-year-old son how to make the
"peace sign" and told him to hold it so Ringo could see it. When Ringo
saw it, he gave the peace sign back to my son and waved. That was verrrry
nice. Thanks Ringo! It's not just The Beatles music, it's who you are
that makes and keeps so many of us fans.
Aug. 15, 2001 -
Tampa, Florida (USF Sundome)
From Elio Lopez
I'm a long time
Beatles/Ringo fan. The show at the Sundome was absolutely fabulous.
Ringo did a great job at getting the audience excited and involved.
The band, of course, was cracker jack, but it was Ringo I wanted to
see. I always felt he is one of the best drummers out there, though
he never got credit for it. As a professional musician I still look
for drummers who will give me what Ringo did for the Fabs. When Ringo
sat behind the drums it was the first time I'd ever seen him play in
person, (The Fabs), never came to Tampa. It was awesome! The way he
used his very fast wrists to play, and the rock-steady tempo. Everything
from 80's funk-pop to drawn out "Pink Floydish" type styles were done
impeccably. A great musician!
Aug. 14, 2001 -
Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Broward Park Arts Center)
From Keith Bell of Lake Worth, Florida
The All Starrs
hit the stage sans Ringo: Greg Lake, Sheila E, Ian Hunter, Roger Hodgson,
Howard Jones and an unknown multi-instrumentalist (sax, flute, guitar
and percussion). They broke into "Photograph" and Ringo ran out looking
in great, gaunt shape and good voice (at 61!). He really moved beautifully,
which was a revelation to me having barely ever seen him off his throne.
Tears welled-up everywhere.
The band launched into "The Court of the Crimson King" for their second
number. I was stunned. Lake's voice sounded exactly like 1969! Ringo
and Sheila E played in powerful union, while Hunter and Hodgson harmonized
hugely. The flute solo left its own mark. Fripp would have been proud
. . . though Lake couldn't hit high notes in a subsequent version of
"Welcome Back My Friends" where the ghost of Carl Palmer lingered over
Sheila E's shoulder who was absolutely WICKED the entire evening (on
full kit and timbales). They also pulled off "Lucky Man" later in the
show. Jones pulled no knives on pseudo-Hammond B3, but played adequately.
It seemed a waste of time allowing him to play his own "hits." After
Jones tripped hard over a stage monitor and flipped to the ground, Ringo
exclaimed he now knew Jones was an acrobat. Time would have been better
spent on Octopus' Garden, which I missed. The band could have easily
pulled-off that number, harking back to a pristine Zappa performance
of "Strawberry Fields" at the Auditorium.
Hodgson's Supertramp hits also sounded great (Logical Song, Take The
Long Way Home and another; each were performed at piano) and were warmly
received. His talent as guitarist and back-up singer for the rest of
the band's hits was evident, especially while playing lead guitar on
Hunter's "All The Young Dudes" and "Cleveland Rocks." Hunter also sat
at piano for his Hoople hits, picking up electric guitar only once.
Otherwise, he strummed acoustic in excellent voice; straining included.
Ringo's solo hits and Beatles material were played with love and awe.
"Back Off Bugaloo" and "I Am The Greatest" were phenom (he alluded to
playing piano, but never got around to it). His whole theme of peace
and love was nearly perfectly executed. Leading by example was his seventh
All Starr Band, metaphorically manifesting concepts of peace, love and
cooperation.
Aug. 13, 2001 -
Atlanta, Georgia (Chastain Park)
From Tom Carlysle
Ringo and His All-Starr band put on a great show in Atlanta. Ringo
made mention of "loving" the Chastain Park venue as people bring elaborate
spreads of food, complete with candelabras to the shows.
The crowd got into the music right away, despite the threat of rain
throughout the evening and Ringo was his usual impish self. He especially
noticed young children in the crowd and gave a few young girls hugs
and kisses, like you might expect from a favorite uncle.
I will have to agree with previous reviews mentioning the sound quality.
I too noticed that the bass drums and bass guitar were too loud. Every
time Ringo or Sheila E hit the bass drum, I felt my organs rattling
in my chest. The sound guy also missed part of the Greg Lake's vocals
on the opening line of Karn Evil 9.
The performers did a great job throughout the evening, though I did
notice the guys looked slightly bored during the Sheila E songs. I can't
say that I blame them... the legends of rock and roll playing Sheila
E tunes?
Thanks to Ringo and band for putting on a great evening of entertainment.
Aug. 11, 2001
- Portsmouth, Virginia (Harbor Center Pavilion)
From Elaine of Upstate NY
Recently I was
visiting my daughter and son-in -law in Smithfield Virginia. They knew
I was a great Beatles fan for years. It was my life's dream to see them
or one in concert. My son-in-law took me to see Ringo. I know that I
sound like every other groupie, but you don't know what the feeling
was like. I had the honor of seeing one of the greatest musician in
history. I mean HISTORY. I kept thinking of ways to make eye contact
seeing that I was in the third row, center. It didn't work. I'm still
thankful of the opportunity. Bye the way, RINGO looks great. I wish
him well.
Aug. 11, 2001 -
Portsmouth, Virginia (Harbor Center Pavilion)
From Jeff Root of Fairfax, Virginia
The show started
at 8:00. Ringo wore a light blue or light purple T-shirt with the word
"Stone." Over the T-shirt, he wore a long-sleeved, dark blue
shirt with a pattern of white stars. Later in the show, he wore a silver
vest over the T-shirt He joked around as usual. After Mark Rivera's
sax solo on "I'm The Greatest", Ringo said "That's why
we call him All-Lung. I don't know what that means. I make this up as
I go along!" Ringo only played drums on three of his own songs:
"Boys", "I Wanna Be Your Man", and the end of "Back
Off Boogaloo." For the rest of his songs, he was up front.
Towards the end of "Cleveland Rocks" (the theme song for "The
Drew Carrey Show"), Ian Hunter held up a piece of paper and inserted
the names of area towns for Cleveland (e.g., Norfolk rocks, Chesapeake
rocks).
Greg Lake did "Karn Evil 9" accompanied by just Sheila E.
on drums and Howard Jones on keyboards.
Sheila E. really pounded the drums, was constantly smiling, and was
a highlight of the show. She was the last to leave the stage as she
shook hands with people in the front row.
The Harbor Center NTELOS Pavilion just opened this year. It seats 3500
in the reserved, covered section, and another 3500 on the lawn. The
concert didn't quite sell out; $10 lawn seats were still available before
the show.
I sat next to a guy who has posted on several boards his disappointment
that Ringo sings the same songs tour after tour. I agree that Ringo
seems to have a 14-song repertoire from which he chooses 12 songs for
each tour ("Honey Don't" and "Love Me Do" were left out this year).
I just think it's a treat to see a former Beatle, and Ringo's constantly
changing All-Starrs make each tour a different and unique experience.
Aug. 11, 2001
- Portsmouth, Virginia(Harbor Center Pavilion)
From Neal Forrester
I just saw Ringo' s All-Star band last night for the first time. Wow!
They were great! I don't know about the other nights, but Sheila E was
rock solid all night. The crowd loved the show and could not get enough.
Ringo's drumming lacks for nothing! All the members took turns doing
their hits and sounded GREAT. Most impressive was Roger Hodson. I was
never a Supertramp fan, but he makes you one after hearing him live.
Thanks to Ringo for doing these tours, he'll never know how much they
mean to fans.
Aug. 11, 2001
- Portsmouth, Virginia(Harbor Center Pavilion)
From Steve Liles of Chesapeake, Virginia
I caught Ringo's show last Saturday night at the Pavilion in Portsmouth,
Va. I saw the last edition of the All-Starr Band last year at the Norva
in Norfolk, Va. A friend asked me after Saturday's show which was better
and I could not choose. Both shows were absolutely fabulous. Neither
was better, they were just different. It amazes me how Ringo puts together
such a great band of musicians who absolutely nail the music for everybody
else's songs. Howard Jones's synthesizer on "Lucky man" was perfect.
The Supertramp songs were amazing and Ian Hunter's stage presence was
great. Sheila E was amazing and Greg Lake's songs were true to the originals.
We lost count of the instruments played by Mark Rivera. What a musician!
The most amazing thing was to watch Ringo clapping and dancing and leading
the audience in "With a Little Help From Ny Friends". After two hours
he still had all that energy and it was really a hot and humid night.
He does it because he truly loves the music and as a longtime fan I
am so appreciative. I hope this isn't the last band. I'd love to go
again. Thanks to Ringo and his All-Starr Band for a great show.
Aug. 10, 2001
- Atlantic City, New Jersey (Taj Mahal)
From Lou of Atlantic City New Jersey
I recently saw
Ringo in Atlantic City having seen him in 99 with Rundgren, Brooker,
Bruce and Kirk. I simply had to go again. Ringo, as always, is a great
show and a great host. He is fun to watch not only because of his Beatle
status but his connection with an audience.
I'd like to comment on the performance of the cast. Ringo sounded himself
very good as he did "Back Off Boogaloo" and all the others,
Boogaloo being one of my favorites having bought the 45 when it came
out. Not being a big follower of 80s music, Sheila E was a pleasant
surprise as a drummer to me. I didn't care much for her own songs, which
were only two of them, but her drumming was very good. Greg Lake was
worth seeing even though I wasn't an E.L.P. fan. When they were performing,
he sounded great. Howard Jones sounded good on the few hits he had.
I didn't even know who he was but remembered his songs as he played
them so it was nice to hear them live. As a teenager I was a big Mott
the Hoople fan having seen Mott with Ronson blow Aerosmith off the stage
in 75. I know at one time Hunter and co. could put a hell of a show
on one of the best I've ever seen though Ian sounded a bit worse for
wear he was still Ian Hunter and "All the Young Dudes" rocked
the audience as the other cast members didn't miss a beat.
But I think the biggest surprise was Rodger Hodgsen. I've always liked
Supertramp but only to the extent of buying the Breakfast in America
album but when he played his three songs it was awesome to say the least.
He sounded better than the recordings. He has an incredible voice and
I was very impressed with his keyboard and guitar playing in fact if
I didn't like any of the others. It was well worth the money just to
see him play and sing. I am considering buying more of his music now.
The backup musicians did an excellent job as well ....
Aug. 10, 2001
- Atlantic City, New Jersey (Taj Mahal)
From Therese Laidman
Ringo and his all
star band in Atlantic City was a fantastic show. Ringo looked great
and everyone just looked as though they were having a great time (which
I'm sure they did). I've seen Ringo many times before but this was probably
the best show. Don't know if it was the audience, the venue or the artists.
I haven't left a concert in so long with that "great concert feeling".
All the artists were extremely well received and the sound was excellent.
Great, great show - will never forget it!!!
Aug. 10, 2001
- Atlantic City, New Jersey (Taj Mahal)
From Pattie
I attended the show at the Taj Mahal in Atlantic City on Friday August
10. It was an awesome show, everyone performed really well. My camera
was acting up, so if anyone has pictures I would gladly pay the cost
of copies and shipping. Hope to hear from you. (pattieleb1@cs.com) RINGO
ROCKS!!!!!
Aug. 10, 2001
- Atlantic City, New Jersey (Taj Mahal)
From C. Block
I saw Ringo and
the ASB last night at the Tat in AC, NJ. Ringo was fabulous and in great
voice. He also seemed to be more spontaneous and less "rehearsed" with
his stage patter than in previous years. No change in the song lineup
as printed above.
Greg Lake was clearly the best musician in the band and carried them
through most tunes. All of the other musicians, as musicians, seemed
adequate but not necessarily geared to play the others' style of music.
In particular, Jones and E were way out of their league when trying
to keep up with Lake on his numbers. Hunter's acoustic guitar was virtually
inaudible, but that was probably a good thing. All musicians as vocalists
shined, however, at times, sounding better than they did on the original
recordings!
But I went to see Ringo and I wasn't disappointed. I took my 4-year-old
daughter who enjoyed all of the Ringo tracks that she has heard around
my house. She loved him and so did I and we both hope he tours forever.
One suggestion: Better sound mix!!!!! It was like a wall of sound with
bass and drums at the forefront.
Aug. 10, 2001
- Atlantic City, New Jersey (Taj Mahal)
From Sal Bonagura of Floral Park, NY
Saw Ringo for the
second time this week. The show at the Taj Mahal in Atlantic City was
great, exactly the same as Jones Beach....even the same jokes and comments.
We were in the front row center with a digital camera with a zoom and
a 35 mm with a good zoom. Downloaded the pics to a site. Willing to
share some with Ringo fans......send me your e-mail address to SHELOVESU@aol.com
Aug. 10, 2001
- Atlantic City, New Jersey (Taj Mahal)
From Helene
I had a great time
at Ringo's new All Starr band performance on 8/10/01. From ten-o-five
pm, till about twelve thirty am, Ringo Starr was wonderful!!!! The other
Players gave their best too!! Ringo Starr looks as if he is still in
his late forties! He looks wonderful!!!! I was seated in section 102,
row 16, seat 13, and my friend sat in seat 14. The view was good! I
hope to attend next time Ringo Starr performs!!!!
August 9th,
2001 - Holmdel, New Jersey (Garden
State Arts Center)
From Kate
I love Ringo's concerts! I hope that he comes back to the Arts Center
soon, and that I hear about it so I can get front row seats. The music
was incredible! Whereas the last time I went, I didn't recognize any
of the guys besides Ringo, I actually recognized the songs that the
guys this time did. It was terrific!! :)
The only point of criticism I can make is this: Ringo, you just put
out Vertical Man about a year before! I was at least expecting to hear
your version of Love Me Do!! I hope that the next time he tours, we
can hear the great ones, like King of Broken Hearts, Puppet, and Weight
of the World.
I LOVE YOU, RINGO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aug. 7, 2001
- Gilford, New Hampshire (Meadowbrook Park)
From Charles
Not a big RS fan.
Friends dragged me. Concert was fabulous. Hope someone drags you. Please
come back to Meadowbrook. GREAT SHOW! Thank you.
Aug. 7, 2001
-Gilford, New Hampshire (Meadowbrook Park)
From Sam
What can I say?
The band was fantastic as always, but the audience was awful. Because
of this, the band could only run through the set and hope for the best.
Even Ian's "Cleveland Rocks" the audience just sat there and where the
audience is to respond they just said "yeah". I really felt sorry for
Ringo and all the band members as this was a hard crowd to please with
anything. Ringo went to give someone drumsticks and the crowd gave a
quick, short applause. Sheila did get the people up for her last number
but again everyone just stood there. As far as the All Starr's, this
night was classic, just wish the audience showed more appreciation.
Aug. 5, 2001
- Manchester, VT (Riley Music Center)
From Tim Tilghman
Wow! Have I been
waiting for this All Starr Band tour. This Seventh incarnation of the
All Starr Band rivals the Second Band from the 1992 tour, and I was
front row center for one of two shows then.
Ringo's 7th All Starr Band was performing at the Riley Rink in Manchester
Center, VT in the Hunter Park complex on Sunday, August 3rd. I drove
from Maryland to see this show and also caught Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings
appearing at the Albany Alive At Five evening festival on August 9th.
Both were great shows!
This performance by the All Starr Band was for a charity fund. Front
row seats were sold at $1,000 a ticket. Second row seats went for the
reasonable price of only $250 a ticket. I scored a reserved seat in
the right center section, 12th row for $30, half off the face value!
The Riley Rink acts as both an indoor pavilion with outdoor lawn seating.
It was a very intimate setting to see Ringo, but it was also very hot
underneath the roof inside.
I snapped off several pictures and even walked up to the front of the
aisle to take some pictures during the final numbers. Ringo struck a
humorous pose for one shot I took. It's a new camera so I hope they
come out as I forgot about the bloody focus wheel!
This All Starr Band delivered 26 numbers altogether, which has to be
the longest Ringo concert I have seen. Ringo announced there would be
no encores and commenced to play three of his songs that would have
made up their encore.
This new lineup rocked the audience and was really refreshing after
the `97, `99, and `00 All Starr Tours. I was impressed how well each
vocalist performed their individual songs.
Roger Hodgson related a story about the composing history behind "Give
A Little Bit" being inspired by John's "All You Need Is Love", and thanked
Ringo for this. I last saw Supertramp on their 1983 farewell tour so
it was nice to see Roger live again.
Greg Lake was joined by Sheila on drums and Howard on keyboards for
a sizzling rendition of "Karn Evil 9" for which I failed to take a picture
of during this performance.
One thing I did notice was that Ringo spent much more time behind the
skins than he has on previous tours. It might have been because he had
his first female in the band - ON DRUMS! Sheila E. only sang two songs,
but for her second number she came out to bang on a free standing drum
kit and proceeded to tease Ringo with pulling back from striking the
skins several times.
She stopped to pose for a picture mid-song with some guy who was standing
close to the stage and then invited a young girl up on stage to hold
her drumsticks and play to the applause of the audience.
Ringo's best songs for me were "Photograph" which is a great opening
number, "You're Sixteen" (being sung by a 61 year old!?!), John's `73
classic "I'm The Greatest", the humorous "The No-No Song", his drumming
on "Back Off Boogaloo" and "I Wanna Be Your Man", "It Don't Come Easy",
and the Sgt. Pepper classic "With A Little Help From My Friends".
The major disappointment again was NO "Octopus's Garden" and NO "Don't
Pass Me By"!! COME ON RINGO!
It was nice to see his interview and performance on the Today Show.
Here's hoping Ringo brings another All Starr Band tour out on the road
in 2002! Thanks Ringo!
My All Starr Band concerts include: 8 Aug `89 @ MPP in Columbia, Md;
17 June `92 @ MPP in Columbia, Md; 20 June `92 @ Radio City Music Hall
in NYC; 17 July `95 @ Wolftrap in Vienna, VA; 28 May `97 @ the Carpenter
Center in Newark, De; 14 Feb `99 @ the Xanadu Theatre in Atlantic City;
and 13 May `00 @ the Etess Arena again in Atlantic City. The 1992 and
2001 tours are tops; the 1995 and 1997 tours were also top gear; the
1989, 1999 and 2000 tours were good as well!
Aug. 5, 2001 -
Manchester, VT (Riley Music Center)
From Donna Fratianni of Springfield, Mass.
My husband and
I went to the Aug 2nd show at the Mohegan Sun and it was so good that
we decided to go to the concert at Riley Rink in Manchester VT. on Aug
5th . Wow it was spectacular! We had a blast. Thanks for a great time
and thanks for putting on a wonderful show both times. It was a blast
from the past! Each and every band member gave a wonderful performance.
I hope you do it again next year.
Aug. 4, 2001
- Boston, Mass. (Fleet Boston Pavilion)
From Sam
I said (below)
that the Mohegan Sun show could not have been better, well....... Boston
beat it hands down, first, Ringo said how much he loves to play Boston
because everyone loves him, and in Boston he got the most applause and
Standing O's. Second in my opinion he was like a child in a toy store
in Boston, he acted like a child who just got a new puppy,made a couple
of statements that he could not continue with, and forgot a few times
which song he was to do next. Example when he was to announced he was
going to to "I Want To Be Your Man" he kept saying "I Wanna", I Wanna"
several times . He seemed to really enjoy the crowd and played the drums
and star tambourine superbly. Even added a short drum solo, which as
we all know is not a regular thing for Ringo to do. The rest of the
band follows suit and Boston just rocked. I would say to all who have
seen the All Starr's in the past and for those who have not seen them.............so
far this is the best line up .......don't miss the show!...........
Aug. 4, 2001
- Boston, Mass. (Fleet Boston Pavilion)
From Stephanie
Last night I saw
Ringo in concert! And of course he was awesome!!!! This was my second
time seeing him (I saw him in concert in 1997). The only thing that
I noticed was different, is that his band members played more of their
songs this time than before. Did anyone else notice that? All of his
band members were great, especially Sheila E. I have never seen a more
talented female drummer. I heard that she was Carlos Santana's daughter...is
that true? Ian Hunter was great too! He played his Cleveland Rocks song...and
he was like Boston Rocks, Yankees Rock, and then everyone said Yankees
suck, lol. And of course Ringo was the best! He's sooooooo funny and
he dances around sooo much. Someone from the audience handed him a baby
too, lol. It was just a great night. I spent $40 on a T-shirt (who could
resist!) and a keychain. I needed my mementos. I can't believe it was
over so fast! He played for 2 1/2 hours straight, no intermission. It
was great!
Aug. 4, 2001
- Boston, Mass. (Fleet Boston Pavilion)
From David Bradley
I was at the same
show that Stephanie was at last night in Boston. I'd have to say I've
got a much different experience of the show than she described.
First, the sound was horrible. We were 22 rows back, exact center stage.
The bass was so incredibly loud that it was vibrating the legs of my
jeans! It would appear they have to get a sound guy who is a bit younger
and hasn't already lost the low frequencies from his hearing. In other
sections of the show, the acoustic guitar that Ian Hunter was playing
would cut in and out and sometimes be audible, other times be totally
lost in the mix, sometimes you'd see him playing furiously and hear
maybe one or two of the strums and the rest of the time it was silent.
Second, I don't think that the other members played any more than on
previous tours. Usually they each get 3 songs which is what the band
members had last night.
Third, Sheila E should never have been brought on this tour. She is
a great drummer for the style of music she plays. However, she sucks
as a drummer for the kind of pop and rock that was played last night.
When they did the Greg Lake songs, she couldn't handle it. In "The
Court Of The Crimson King" was probably the best her drumming got
on a Greg Lake performance, and it was very weak. When they did "Karn
Evil 9 (first impression part two)" (most people have no clue what song
that is and have to be told it's the one that goes, "Welcome Back My
Friends To The Show That Never Ends") she lost her place several times
and couldn't keep up with the song. Then again, neither could Howard
Jones who had many mistakes in that track (and you could see it on his
face - he knew when he screwed up). Her style of music wasn't even close
to the style of the rest of the members, and she certainly doesn't have
"legend" status like the rest of the members of this year's tour. As
for her being the best female drummer you've ever seen.... well, I would
suggest that maybe you haven't seen a lot of female drummers then. She
blew the simple drum part of Yellow Submarine for pete's sake! Yeah,
she got flashy when she came out front, but flash doesn't mean you can
carry a beat which she obviously couldn't. Watch an old Carpenter's
Variety TV show from the 70s and you'll see Karen Carpenter drum in
such a fashion that blows anything Sheila E did last night away.
Fourth, Ian Hunter sucked. You couldn't understand a word he said when
he talked, let alone when he sang, it was obvious that he was totally
in love with himself, and he had a bad attitude. When Howard Jones had
everyone else in the band singing along with him during one of his songs
(An Everlasting Love) Ian refused to sing along and wouldn't even step
up to the mic. Howard went from person to person singing along with
them, when he got to Ian, an argument ensued and Ian reluctantly went
up to his mic and started singing along. Ian also felt the need to swear.
I'm sorry, there were kids at the show and the swearing was totally
unneeded and uncalled for and outright rude. AND, he couldn't wait to
get off stage before opening up his booze. He had to start it on stage
before the band was off the stage. He could have had a roady standing
right off stage with the open bottle to start his drinking, but instead
felt it necessary to drink while on the stage.
My biggest complaint of the show, though, was the absolutely horrible
sound quality. It sounded like every instrument and every mic was fed
through massive compression, and then they were all set at the same
exact level to duke it out with each other for who could be heard. The
one exception was the bass which was overpowering all other instruments
and was a very unpleasant experience through the whole show. Too bad,
too, because Greg Lake played so beautifully.
Roger Hodgson was awesome. Except for Karn Evil 9, so was Howard Jones.
Ringo, as usual, was terrific. Greg Lake still has all the power and
beauty in his voice that he's always been known for. Mark Rivera, well,
a more talented "All-Starr session man" never existed. He was incredible
as usual, when you could hear him in the mix which wasn't often. Ian
Hunter should have stayed home admiring himself in the mirror, it was
about all he's good for. Sheila E should never ever ever been invited
to be part of this cast of legends. She hasn't got the legend status
for a reason. She's nowhere near the level that the rest of the band
was in terms of ability and quality of performance. She did, however,
have neat fans in her drum kit which kept her hair constantly blowing
so she could show off her Farah Fawcett haircut.
Every other Ringo tour that has come through Boston or Southern New
Hampshire (one of them didn't) has been awesome in terms of the sound
quality. Last night couldn't compare. I think if they had left Sheila
E home, and left Ian Hunter home, and turned down the bass a little
and taken the compressors off the instruments so we could hear the playing
for real, and had a sound man who was awake enough to turn up an instrument
when it started being played instead of at the end of it's 4 measure
of use, it would have been a great show. As it was, I think that every
previous show of the All-Starrs has been far more enjoyable for me.
Aug. 2, 2001
- Uncasville, Conn. (Mohegan Sun)
From Sam
This was the first
show I have been to this year at Mohegan Sun and the new Pavilion was
much larger than the old Bingo Hall, but with 5th row seats the show
could not have been better. I have seen Ringo's All Starr Band at least
twice a year for the past 6 years and this line up just blew me away.
Ringo seemed relaxed and ready to have a fantastic time. I had heard
rumor's that Sheila E really can get Ringo going on the drums, and the
duel drum solo's proved what an understatement that was. He was really
playing at his peak, more than I have seen any other year. As others
have stated in reviews it did seem the other All Starr's were getting
the Standing O's and more applause but I think that is because most
everyone has seen the All Starr's and know Ringo and his work where
the others are fresh faces on this tour........
Aug.
2, 2001 - Uncasville, Connecticut (Uncasville Pavilion)
From Bilbase
I caught the band
in the Uncasville Pavilion which is part of the Mohegan Sun Casino at
August 2, 2001. The show was much better than I expected, I kept thinking
about how this HAD to be the best show on the whole east coast that
night. My plan was to create a fun night out for my wife and I noticed
every one of the wives and girlfriends there were smiling like Sheila
E. If you want to make your significant other happy take them to the
All Starr Band. The show is rated G and everyone from teens to your
mom will love it!
Aug.
1, 2001 - Wantagh, New York (Jones Beach)
From Eleanore Lotta of Bronx, NY
Just got back from
the show tonight at Jones. Ringo was absolutely delightful, but I always
knew that! Every one of the musicians played awesomely and I was in
sheer heaven. Mark Rivera was inspiring---he played at least 5 instruments--with
the same energy at the end of the evening that he had at the beginning.
All the best, to you, Ringo and your richly gifted "All-Star Band"!!!
Have a great tour.
Aug.
1, 2001 - Wantagh, New York (Jones Beach)
From Keith of Queens, NY
A beautiful summer
night at Jones Beach. A fine performance by Ringo and his All-Starr
Band. Ringo, truly enjoying himself, was great.
"Boys", "The No-No Song", "Yellow Submarine", "I Wanna Be Your Man",
... all great audience participation songs. Roger Hodgson. Never knew
he was such a hot guitar player. Sizzled on "Back Off Boogaloo". Beautiful
solo-acoustic performance of "Even in the Quietist Moments". Sheila
E. is a magnificent drummer. Ian Hunter is still cool. If this tour
comes to a town near you, go see a show.
Aug. 1, 2001
- Wantagh, New York (Jones Beach)
From Gary Baker of New York City, NY
I've always been
a big Beatles fan, but had little more than passing knowledge of Ringo's
music. But after winning tickets and a prize package that included a
handshake with Ringo backstage from WFUV, my local, and exceptionally
excellent college station (listen online to the best in Americana, rock
& singer/songwriters at www.wfuv.org) I was really excited.
The handshake & photo op (no autographs, please) was little more than
a drive-by backstage. Still, I did touch a Beatle. And when the show
ended, after almost 2 1/2 hours of nonstop music, I was a definite fan
of Ringo and his All Star Band.
Ringo on stage comes across as incredibly relaxed, very low-ego, and
the consummate Rock musician. He's almost goofing on his own stardom,
and clearly doesn't take the whole fame thing completely seriously.
But the show's all about the music, and there's a ton of excellent stuff
in the 24-song set. Ringo shines on all his own tunes, particularly
the openers Photograph and Act Naturally.
Ringo doesn't hog the limelight by any means. That's perhaps the best
part of the show. The band he's put together is truly outstanding --
many are almost-forgotten legends in their own right. Each has fantastic
talents, which are beautifully showcased individually. Ringo basically
does a few tunes, then the spotlight makes the rounds and each band
member gets a chance to shine. I never appreciated Supertramp, for example,
but Roger Hodgson's Logical Song and Give a Little Bit were fantastic.
He's got a great voice. Greg Lake's numbers gave me flashbacks to my
college days, seeing ELP at Cornell in maybe 1979. Sheila E. is an unbelievable
drummer as well. Even the almost uncredited guy on sax/flute/harmonica/keyboard/bass
who backs up the band (I think he's with Billy Joel's band) truly blows
the crowd away. Howard Jones and Ian Hunter also more than pulled their
weight -- don't leave early or you'll miss Ian's version of All the
Young Dudes, which is very, very cool.
The band's sound when they play together is highly noteworthy. They
jam in an incredibly easy, integrated way that many bands that have
played together for years have got to envy. This is a tribute to Ringo,
for hand-picking these guys, and pulling together the band and the tour
as a whole. Their very, very together sound was enhanced by an exceptional
sound system -- we were all the way in the back, but could hear every
word.
Part of my prize package was a copy of Anthology, the new three CD set.
I can't wait till it comes, since I believe it's got stuff from previous
All Star Band tours, which also seemed like they had excellent lineups.
If you're a rock and roller of any age, see this show. FYI, a lot of
folks in the 30+ range brought their kids along, and the show was definitely
family friendly. Just make sure the kids take a nap first, because it's
a long and exciting night.
Aug. 1, 2001
- Wantagh, New York (Jones Beach)
From Donna
Just went to Jones
Beach last night to see the concert with friends. We all thought it
was great. Everyone of the All Starr Band did the songs that they were
popular for way back when. It really took us back to the junior high
and high school days. Thank you Ringo for once again giving us a great
night out!!!!!
Aug. 1, 2001
- Wantagh, New York (Jones Beach)
From Sal Bonagura of Floral Park, NY
This was the sixth time I saw Ringo with the All Starrs. Every show
was great and every show was different. EXCEPT FOR RINGO. When is he
going to play "Octopus Garden," "What Goes On,"
"Goodnight," "Don't Pass Me By," "La DE Da,"
"Goodnight Vienna," "Six O'Clock," etc.
I have 41 digital photos taken from the 9th row with a zoom and I am
willing to forward to anyone who send me a letter commenting on the
above. to my e-mail address...SHELOVESU@aol.com.
July 29, 2001
- Chester, West Virginia (Mountaineer Racetrack)
From George Stegenga of McDonald, Pa.
My wife and son
(age four beatle fan). recently saw Ringo in West Virginia. We had front
row seats to witness this amazing stream of talent that Ringo gathered.
I was in awe the entire time of the show and thought about it for weeks
afterward. This had to be one of the best shows I've seen in a long
time.
July 29, 2001
- Chester, West Virginia (Mountaineer Racetrack)
From Mary Ann Merranko of Pittsburgh
Just wanted to
let you know that I did get to see Ringo this year at Mountaineer Racetrack
in Chester, WV....He was great as I expected....It has been a dream
of mine to get to see Ringo since I was a child and now I am happy to
say that I finally got to see at least one of the Fab Four.....Ringo's
concert was better than I expected.....The mere fact that it was Ringo
was enough for me, but to add to that were the other fabulous musicians....It
was hard to believe that I was there sitting in the second row taking
in all the fantastic music....What a delightful evening.....I thoroughly
enjoyed Roger Hodgson....His voice is still as great as ever.....Sheila
E is not to be believed....What a drummer she is....and a great voice
too....This was truly an evening that I will remember always.....Thank
you to Ringo and all the other "All-Starrs" for giving me an incredible
evening of entertainment.....Hopefully next year, Ringo will come back
to Pittsburgh.....But Mountaineer is not too far and was quite the nice
surprise....Just keep the great music coming....A fan in Pittsburgh
for over 38 years.
July 28, 2001
- Sterling Heights, MI (Freedom Hill Amphitheater)
From Mike Scianna of Roseville,MI.
I saw Ringo and
the All Star Band July 28th at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights,MI.
It was a great show and now I can finally say that I saw one of the
Beatles. I was only 13 year's old when the Beatles came here in 1964.
I didn't have the chance to see them then. But seeing this band play
all those old song's brought back many memory's of the "good old day's".
Now I'm 52 year's old and I have to say"Rock ON Ringo and the All Starr
Band"!!! You were great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
July 27, 2001
- Montreal, Canada (Molson Centre)
From
Jean Roy, Val dor qc
Just a few words
to say I saw is show in Montreal at the end of June 2001 and it was
GREAT! I am 47 years old,a Beatle fan since the Ed Sullivan show way
back. This fore me was a happening because since I'm a kid I dreamed
of seeing one of them, any one, they are the best band in the world
and Ringo is a real showman, very gifted and sincere. Thanks for a show
I will always remember.
July 27, 2001
- Montreal, Canada (Molson Centre)
From Kathy Vaillancourt
I cannot think
of a word in the English language to describe the feeling that I felt
when I saw Ringo Starr on stage just in front of me. I was lucky enough
to have 2nd row seats which were soon standing a the stage spots and
when he came out I just cried. I finally had a piece of my history in
front of me after 37 years. It was the most amazing moment of my life.
Ringo was my idol when I was young and to have him actually 6 feet in
front of me was a moment I will never forget. The show was a blast!
With his distinguished band members, it was like having 4-5 concerts
in one. But Ringo took the spotlight for me. It was fabulous. That's
all I can say. At 48 years old I feel like I could be a Ringo "Groupie"
if given the chance. I think my life changed that night and I am anxious
to hear if he will ever return to this city. I hope everyone else who
is lucky enough to see him, feels the same way I did. Thanks.
July 27, 2001 -
Montreal, Canada (Molson Centre)
From Uncle Bob of Ottawa, Ontario Canada
Rodger Hodgeson:
Magical and lyrical
Greg Lake: Powerful and melodic
Sheila E: She s got the groove and the moves
Ian Hunter: Old school rocker
Howard Jones: Eighties Funk
Ringo Starr: The Starr who brings it all together with fun and good
times.
All these elements
made for a very entertaining and musical event that does not come around
very often. Ringo did it all with a little help from his friends. I
believe the Band only realized it on July 27th, they are a band and
love bringing the music to the people, the FANS, We have been there
through all their musical careers...The songs brought back good times
memories. The band's response to the almost sold out crowd was so genuine.
The guys and gal are out for a summer fling and enjoying every minute
of it. All of Ringo's songs were as fresh at the day he recorded them.
"Back Off Bugaloo" and "With a Little Help from My Friends"
were my personal favorites. My 21-year-old son loved "Yellow Submarine"
and even sang along. Go see the show and you will create new moments
and relive old happy memories.
July 26, 2001
- Rama, Ontario (Casino Rama)
From Leann Caira of Salmon Arm, British Columbia (Canada)
Unlike other girls
my age who have boybands and rappers all over their walls, I have Ringo
Starr & The Beatles on mine! So you can imagine how excited I was when
I found out I was going to see him. The tickets to his show were an
early gift for my fourteenth birthday, and let me tell you, it was the
greatest gift I have ever been given! In my opinion, the whole concert
was amazing. Howard Jones gave a super performance, and Sheila E...man,
can that woman drum! She was AWESOME! But onto the most exciting part
of my evening...I don't really know why this happened..maybe because
I was the youngest person there, I have no idea! During "Photograph",
which is one of my favorite songs...I was just smiling & singing along..being
in the 6th row on the floor, I was pretty close to stage, and all of
a sudden out of nowhere, Ringo winked at me! I nearly died or something...it
was the strangest thing ever. A lot of people's responses to this are
"Wow, an old fogey winked at you. Just great." Of course, I don't agree
with them. Ringo's so youthful, if you ask me! He looked fabulous! Well
anyways, my aunt was beside me, and she said, "Awwww he just thinks
you're cute!" Not too sure on that..but one thing I do know is, I will
never forget that night...the best of my life! Rock on Ringo!
July 26, 2001
- Rama, Ontario (Casino Rama)
From Dana Leisk Barrie of Ontario
My wife and I thought
the concert was great. Ringo looked fantastic. We were really impressed
with Roger Hodgson and Sheila E. The sound from this new venue was great.
You had perfect sound and site from anywhere in this theatre.
This was the second tome I have seen Ringo and hope to see him again.
Greg Lake also put on a fantastic show. It really was a great concert.
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