Ringo Rocks!!!!

Thom and I went to Primm, Nevada (used to be called “Stateline”) last weekend to see Ringo Starr and his All Star Band Tour 2008.  He was playing at the Star of the Desert Arena in Buffalo Bill’s Hotel/Casino.  I was really looking forward to this concert and thought it would be fun.  In fact, it turned out to be awesome!

Ringo was very personable and engaging with the audience; and just all around fun!  We flashed peace signs, clapped, stomped our feet, and sang “I get by with a little help from my friends” and “Yellow Submarine.”  It was a blast!!

Ringo’s all star band consisted of:

 Gregg Bissonette on drums who has played with David Lee Roth, Linda Ronstadt, Spinal Tap, and James Taylor (to name a few) - a terrifically talented drummer.  He and Ringo did a drum challenge type deal and it was great!

Colin Hay on guitar who used to be lead singer for Men at Work.  He played guitar while other people performed and when it was his turn center stage he sang “Land Down Under” or, as I call it, The Vegemite Sandwich Song; and “Who Can It Be Now.”

Billy Squier on guitar who was a solo performer who has toured with Alice Cooper, Journey, and Foreigner.  He did some great guitar solos.

Hamish Stuart on guitar and bass; who was the lead guitarist of the Average White Band.  He performed “Pick Up the Pieces” at our concert - and the audience loved it.

Edgar Winter on saxaphone, keyboards, and drums - a multi-talented guy.  He performed “Free Ride” and “Frankenstein” and the crowd went wild!

Then the final member of the band was Gary Wright who played keyboard and was a solo performer in his day.  He performed “Dream Weaver” (I love that song) and “Love is Alive.”

This concert was like seeing six concerts at once.  It lasted 2 hours 15 minutes; and it was non-stop fun!!!  If they are ever in your area (no matter what your age) - give this concert a try.  I guarantee, you will enjoy it immensely.

Ringo closed the show performing and having the audience join in on “Give Peace A Chance.”  It may sound corny, but it was just the perfect ending to a wonderfully fun concert.  Ringo, you rock!!!!!!!