Ringo @ Mystic Lake Casino
Posted on July 15th, 2008 – 12:38 AMBy Jon Bream
Yes, it was a Beatle, which unto itself was a thrill for many people, especially the youngsters in the crowd. Yes, it was fun. Sort of the Cliff Notes version of Cadott or Moondance Jam — a sampling of classic-rock favorites and Beatles classics in two fast-paced hours.
But I had higher expectations musically, especially considering that all the band members save for Gary Wright had done an All Starr tour with Ringo Starr before. Maybe more rehearsal is needed. Or more jamming. Or something to become more of a band and less of a bunch of semi-famous hired guns. And some of these All Starrs could use a vocal tuneup. Edgar Winter was pitchy on “Free Ride” and “Dying to Live”, Wright was rough on “Dream Weaver” (but much better on “Love Is Alive”) and Hamish Stuart is not a lead singer of All Starr caliber.
On the other hand, Colin Hay was in fine voice and spirits. And Billy Squier was a pleasant surprise. I knew he’d rock the house on “The Stroke” but he showed versatility on guitar all night long.
And Ringo? He was in good spirits, good humor and good voice (for Ringo). And he was very much in the moment even if he is a figure so associated with an indelible past.
Here is the set list:
1. Billy Shears (Ringo) 2. It Don’t Come Easy (Ringo) 3. What Goes On (Ringo) 4. Memphis in Your Mind (Ringo) 5. Lonely Is the Night (Squier) 6. Free Ride (Winter) 7. Down Under (Hay) 8. Dream Weaver (Wright) 9. Boys (Ringo) 10. Pick Up the Pieces (Stuart) 11. Liverpool 8 (Ringo) 12. Act Naturally (Ringo) 13. Yellow Submarine (Ringo) 14. Dying To Live (Winter solo on piano) 15. A Song for You (Stuart solo on acoustic guitar) 16. Frankenstein (Winter) 17. Never Without You (Ringo) 18. Choose Love (Ringo) 19. The Stroke (Squier) 20. Work To Do (Stuart) 21. I Wanna Be Your Man (Ringo) 22. Love Is Alive (Wright) 23. Who Can It Be Now (Hay) 24. Photograph (Ringo) 25. With a Little Help from My Friends/Give Peace a Chance (Ringo)
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7 Responses to "Ringo @ Mystic Lake Casino"
Dear Mr Bream, please retire already.
Your irrelevant, useless & over-simplified “reviews” are a waste of my reading time.
Thank you.
Did you notice Zak Starkey on the drums for the last set? Egad were we at the same concert.
Was that seriously Zak? I don’t think it was.
Jon:
Even though I passed on Ringo’s latest All Starr Concert…I agree with you 100%. The band line-up had all the makings for a disappointment. Ringo’s last 2 tours have been very weak for All Starr’s. I really hate to miss an ex-Beatle. I’ve seen every McCartney Concert in MN - 4 and counting! Paul McCartney always puts on an incredible show; nearly 3 hours long. Saw the 1st and BEST Ringo All Starr Tour in 1989, Check out these All Starr’s. Joe Walsh, Nils Lofgren, Rick Danko, Levon Helm (ex-Band), Billy Preston, Clarence Clemons Dr. John and session drummer Jim Keltner + Ringo! I know he can find better talent then the current group. Ringo’s a GREAT musician and entertainer. He just has to raise his standards for admission to be in the All Starr Band.
I THOUGH THE RINGO CONCERT WAS REALLY A GOOD SHOW, SPECIALLY WITH THE NEW LINE UP OF SINGER IN THE SHOW. RINGO LOOKED REAL GOOD AND DID ALOT OF NEW SONGS AND THE REST OF THE GUYS WERE REALLY WORTH SEEING. I DON’T WHAT KIND OF PROBLEM YOU HAVE WITH GIVING RINGO AND PAUL A GOOD REVIEW WHEN THEY ARE IN CONCERT YOU MUST HAVE A REAL PROBLEM WITH GOOD MUSIC. MAYBE YOU SHOULD GET A JOB DOING SOMETHING ELSE FOR A LIVING BECAUSE YOU ARE NOT VERY GOOD AT THIS JOB.
That sure looked like Zak. I e-mailed a fansite of his and am waiting for confirmation.
here’s the response from one of Zak’s web-sites: “Doubt it - as Zak was with The Who in LA to record the VH1 Honors on 7/12
and perform a private concert for the makers of “Rock Band” on the 16th also
in LA - seems like too much flying in too little time - but anything is
possible. I’d have to see a pic. Jason gets mis-reported as Zak way way too
often lately ….”
