Play It Like Ringo!: How Ringo Starr Propelled The Sound Of The Greatest Band Of All Time

Perfect for preteens to adult readers. Play It Like Ringo! explores Ringo’s early life and the momentous events that led him to becoming the most famous drummer in popular music. It details why the Beatles and their manager Brian Epstein invited Ringo to join the fledgling group prior to the explosion of Beatlemania. It goes on to analyze and deconstruct Ringo’s musical contributions to the band’s vast success and focuses on specific songs from each of the thirteen original Beatles albums in order, and the associated singles. The book features drum music tabs that describe what, when and why Ringo played the parts he chose on over 100 iconic Beatles songs. The story covers how Ringo was the final critical component to making the Beatles the most important rock band in history. The book also covers Ringo’s highly successful early solo career, the amazing Ringo Starr and his All-Starr band, and his very generous charity initiatives, featuring his Lotus Foundation. This book concisely describes the true cultural icon Ringo has become since he became a world-wide household name in 1964.Beatles fans, drummers and all music fans alike will love the deep dive into Ringo's trailblazing style that evolved through the golden age of rock and roll into the standard for many of the greatest drummers in popular music history. The drum notation in the book was created specifically by the author and can be enjoyed as a music educational tool as well as a snapshot into the inner creative workings of the most popular band of all time.Ringo was the first great drummer in rock and roll. Legends from all over the genre cite Ringo as a major influence in their approach and motivation to take up the instrument. Despite this, Ringo is often underappreciated because many of his performances are built around the needs of the song and not gratuitously complicated. This book explains how that genius approach made the songs timeless and great.Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band has been going strong since 1989. He brings on rock stars from all eras and performs live, playing hits from these stars mixed with his own Beatles and solo hits. Play It Like Ringo! discusses each of the bands at length, including the one he tours with today.Lastly, he has a mission to spread peace, love and generosity. He donates 100% of proceeds from the sale of his personal artistic creations to his Lotus Foundation, which helps less fortunate people all over the world suffering from disease and addiction. It’s a big part of his story.A big story it is and it’s right here for you to enjoy. Read more