Ringo Starr - Look Up
Rediscover Ringo Starr’s Country Charm: Does Look Up Recapture the Magic or Fall Short?
Do you remember the first time you heard Ringo Starr’s voice on a Beatles track? That distinctive, warm tone and charming delivery that made songs like “Act Naturally” and “Don’t Pass Me By” so memorable? Fast forward to 2025, and Ringo invites us back to those roots with his latest album, Look Up. But does this country-infused collection capture the magic we cherish? Let’s delve into what the critics are saying.
What Works
A Heartfelt Return to Country: Ringo’s genuine affection for country music shines through. Collaborating with producer T Bone Burnett, who co-wrote nine of the eleven tracks, Starr crafts an album that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Pitchfork notes, “The production is modern but not aggressively so, and full of wonderfully sensitive touches.”
Standout Collaborations: The album features a stellar lineup of guest artists, including Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, Lucius, and Larkin Poe. Their contributions add depth and texture to the tracks, enhancing the overall listening experience. Ultimate Classic Rock highlights that these collaborations give the album “a boost from guests Alison Krauss, Larkin Poe, Lucius, Billy Strings and Molly Tuttle.”
Nostalgic Yet Contemporary Sound: Tracks like “Time on My Hands” and “Never Let Me Go” evoke memories of Ringo’s earlier works while embracing a modern sensibility. Pitchfork mentions, “Burnett plays guitar on most tracks and has songwriting credits on nine of the 11 songs, to Starr’s one.”
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