# New release: CD – Vinyl LP – Digital: Ringo Starr – Look Up – 2025 – Video, CD cover

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- Published: 2025-02-03T00:05:57+01:00
- Author: https://JazzBlues.EU

**Ringo Starr, the iconic drummer of The Beatles, has released a surprising new 
album at the age of 84: ‘Look Up’. A country record, more than fifty years after
his first foray into the genre with ‘Beaucoups Of Blues’ (1970).**

That album was an underrated gem at the time, recorded in Nashville with a selection
of country musicians. With ‘Look Up’, Starr returns to his beloved genre, this time
under the wings of renowned producer and songwriter T Bone Burnett. The result is
an accessible and organic album that combines old nostalgia and modern finesse.

Starr’s connection with country has long been known. As early as 1965, he covered
Buck Owens’ Act Naturally on the Beatles album ‘Help!’ and his own songs such as
Don’t Pass Me By also bore clear country influences. That he is now returning to
his roots after decades of musical wanderings feels natural and fitting. His voice–
warm, fragile and raw – lends itself perfectly to the melancholy and simplicity 
of country music.

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An album that thrives on collaboration ։ Although Ringo is the name on the cover,
it is unmistakable that ‘Look Up’ is a collective work. T Bone Burnett, known for
his collaborations with Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello and Alison Krauss, among others,
leaves a clear mark on the record. He wrote nine of the eleven songs and took care
of the production. The modern, yet subdued sound emphasizes Starr’s limited, but
expressive voice. In addition, the contributions of young talents such as Billy 
Strings, Molly Tuttle and Larkin Poe provide fresh energy and a contemporary edge.

The opener Breathless sets the tone with Starr’s characteristic drum fills and a
rockabilly vibe, complemented by nimble guitar playing by Billy Strings. The title
track Look Up is a highlight: a stirring country-rocker with an infectiously positive
message, subtly undercut by Starr’s dryly comic Liverpudlian vocals. Never Let Me
Go flirts with Merseybeat nostalgia, complete with a harmonica that recalls The 
Beatles’ early years. The harmonies between Starr and Molly Tuttle on I Live for
Your Love are an emotional highlight, while Rosetta adds a bold edge with its gritty
guitar and fiery vocals from Larkin Poe.

Strong moments, but not without flaws ։ While the album has strong songs, it also
has its weaker moments. Tracks such as Time on My Hands and You Want Some, where
Starr sings solo, lack the expressiveness and dynamism of his duets. Starr’s voice
has the charm, but not always the strength, to stand on its own two feet. On the
other hand, he is surrounded by artists who complement his shortcomings and lift
songs like Thankful and Come Back to greater heights.

A downside is that Starr’s expressive percussion, with which he always managed to
shine as a drummer, is largely pushed to the background here. Only on Breathless
does he really let his drumming style speak. Still, this remains a detail in an 
album that is otherwise convincing due to its honesty and warmth.

Conclusion։ – ‘Look Up’ proves that Ringo Starr, even at his advanced age, remains
relevant. The album is not a masterpiece, but it is sincere, charming and made with
love. Starr embraces his country dreams with a mix of nostalgia and contemporary
influences, supported by an impressive cast of musicians. This album not only shows
Starr’s own talent, but also shines a spotlight on younger artists. ‘Look Up’ is
therefore a worthy addition to the legacy of the most amiable Beatle. A must-have
for fans of both Starr and the country music genre.

**Tracks:**

01. Breathless
 02. Look Up 03. Time On My Hands 04. Never Let Me Go 05. I Live 
For Your Love 06. Come Back 07. Can You Hear Me Call 08. Rosetta 09. You Want Some
10. String Theory 11. Thankful

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