Aging rock legend Sir Ringo Starr, former drummer of the iconic Beatles, is gearing up for a musical comeback! He's just revealed his upcoming album, titled 'Long Long Road', which will be a 10-track journey through country and Americana sounds.
But here's the twist: at 85 years young, Starr is collaborating with some of the hottest names in music today. The album features Billy Strings, Sheryl Crow, and St. Vincent, with the first single, 'It's Been Too Long', already out and featuring Sarah Jarosz and Molly Tuttle.
And this is where it gets even more exciting for fans. The album, set for release on April 24th, is a follow-up to his 2025 chart-topper 'Look Up', which reached the pinnacle of the UK's official country chart. Starr, born Richard Starkey in Liverpool, credits American producer T Bone Burnett for this success.
Starr reveals, "Working with T Bone on 'Look Up' was one of those right moves you make in life. And now we're back with 'Long Long Road'." The album was recorded in Nashville and LA, and even pays homage to guitarist Carl Perkins, with a cover of his song 'I Don't See Me In Your Eyes Anymore'.
T Bone Burnett, a Grammy and Oscar-winning producer and guitarist, has high praise for Starr, calling him a Texas artist at heart. But here's where it gets controversial—was this a subtle dig at Starr's British roots? You decide!
Burnett's influence is evident, as he co-wrote the album with Starr. He even revealed the inspiration behind one of the songs, saying, "I wrote a song for Ringo inspired by Gene Autry, as his playing always felt like Texas music to me."
With such an intriguing collaboration and a blend of old and new, 'Long Long Road' is sure to spark conversations. What do you think about this unexpected musical pairing? Are you a fan of Starr's new direction? Share your thoughts below!
