 "One of Ringo's best solo albums new and improved with faithful reproduction of the original graphics" | 2008-08-04 |
| - Reviewed By wtdk |
PLEASE NOTE: THIS REVIEW IS WRITTEN ABOUT THE JAPANESE REISSUE IN THE VINYL REPLICA SLEEVE. AS USUAL SOME IDIOT AT AMAZON.COM HAS COMBINED THE REVIEWS FOR THIS ALBUM WITHOUT REGARD TO THE EDITION.
Man this sounds good! Nice dynamic range, not compressed it appears that they reissued this using what appears to be the master from 1991 released in Japan and Europe.
This re-release of one of Ringo Starr's best solo albums has been repackaged in a faithful replica of the original vinyl release. GIve the Japanese credit they are sticklers for accuracy if nothing else when it comes to re-releases even if they re-release limited collectables all the time. "Ringo" comes in a replica of the original gatefold sleeve with the booklet in the middle even using paper that has the same texture as the original vinyl release. The CD has a graphic on it that faithfully replicates (as much as it can mind you)the original label for the album as well.
This edition sounds a bit brighter than the previous edition and on first impression it doesn't appear to have the No Noise that was applied ONLY to the U.S. CD edition of the album. The best version is still Steve Hoffman's crisp, beautiful sounding DCC gold disc of this album but this latest edition is a close 2nd or 3rd (depending on how you feel about the Japanese first edition from 1991). Add in the colorful replica of the original graphics and you've got a winner on your hands.
This sounds like it is a digital clone of the original 1991 Japanese release so it doesn't sound compressed nor does it sound LOUD. As a result, the CD sounds very, very close to the best version I've heard of this album on CD or vinyl.
As with the 1991 edition this version features the top 10 hit single "It Don't Come Easy", it's b-side "Early 1970" saluting his ex bandmates and the b-side to his #1 hit single "Photograph", "Down and Out" which has a nice R&B feel to it(although on this CD "Down and Out" is strangely placed after "Photograph" (although it makes sense in a stange sort of way--since it WAS the b-side of the song as a single which DOES disrupt the flow of the album--it's a minor quibble and can easily be fixed just burn the CD in the proper order or rearrange it as a playlist on your mp3 player or ipod). |
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| "Ringo's classic rock. It still rocks !" | 2008-02-24 |
| - Reviewed By alexdelara |
I've been amazed by this album for... let me see... I bought the vinyl in 1976.. with the drawings by Klaus Voorman. But the true richness of this album was really the music. I always thought that Ringo having received help from all other ex-Beatles was that made this guy so special that he could manage to get along so well with the others that they came to play with Ringo.
"I'm the greatest" is a song I have in my mind all the time, then comes "have you seen my baby" that is the guy longing to see his gone girl again.
Next comes "Photograph": a classic. Then "down and out".
"Sunshine life for me (sail away Raymond)" just makes you want to be sailing away to a tropical island, very relaxing.
"you're sixteen" . One's gotta love this song. Like I do.
"Oh my my" - sorta ingenuous but enough to make it a hit when came out
"Step Lightly" - One of my favorites :-) .. sorry, I just like this one
"six o' clock", "Devil Woman" - could never really understand this song while I was growing up, but it rocked !
"You and me babe" - was the last song on the original vinyl record. Liked it very much but also made me sad because it tells you the end of the album is near .
The next two tracks do not belong to the original recording, but hey ! It's Ringo !
I rank this album as one of my top five favorites.
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| "This album is a gem for Beatle Fans" | 2007-12-02 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1WMZ63LI4EF99 |
| Ringo had a little help from his friends. Lennon, McCartney and Harrison all contribute to parts of the album. On some of the songs you will get the feeling your listening to the Beatle's. |
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| "Ringo's best" | 2007-11-20 |
| - Reviewed By swreed |
Great record. It's a shame that Ringo slid so suddendly in the remaining years of the decade (70's), due no doubt to his substance abuse issues that he later cleaned up. It's no small significance that he started making decent, if not very good, music once he cleaned up.
My only gripe about this album is that Jim Keltner played drums on some of the tracks with Ringo. I have no idea why. Ringo's playing on the balance of the tracks is outstanding. |
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| "One of the Best Beatle Solo Albums ever" | 2007-10-03 |
| - Reviewed By wnc62 |
| Not only was this the last album to feature contributions from all four ex-Beatles, it also contains some of the best post-Fab songs ever produced, like "It Don't Come Easy" and "Photograph." In fact, the album yielded four Top-10 hit singles, so it was quite successful. Definitely required listening for any Beatle-fan. |
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| "Yes it's a classic." | 2007-08-27 |
| - Reviewed By davidpannell |
| Considering how bad some of his mid-period albums are (Stop and Smell the Roses, Bad Boy, Ringo the 4th) this is really a stunningly good album. |
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 "Ringo Ringo Starr" | 2007-03-18 |
| - Reviewed By User: A11HJD5WDLPOYW |
| Good. It has some of the old familiar songs and songs that weren't hits. I love the song Devil Woman. Worth the money. |
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| "Great music" | 2007-01-04 |
| - Reviewed By rwboucher |
| Here is a person who knows how to bring life to a party with his music. Great cd |
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| "Beatles Reunion 1973" | 2005-11-26 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1XA4URH556GH6 |
Ringo Starr: The fouth Beatle, the luckiest musician ever, etc. The list goes on and on for names that you can give Ringo about his career in the Beatles.
What about his solo career?
Well, out of the four careers of the band members after 1970, Ringo will probably never be considered one of the best or most consistent throughout his career. He will always, however, have the great distinction of making the best single solo-Beatle record. How can this be? How can the low-key drummer with the limited vocal range make the best album, over music giants McCartney, Lennon, and Harrison???
A Beatles reunion.
Mind you, the Beatles never recorded together again after 1970, Ringo brought all of the Beatles back to record separately for his album "Ringo." Other stars like Billy Preston and Marc Bolan show up to lend a hand to Ringo. Add a great list of bonus tracks and you have probably the most consistant solo Beatle album up there with "Band on the Run," "All Things Must Pass," and "Imagine."
1. I'm The Greatest: John and George show up with Ringo at lead on this wonderfully comical and fun track. A great opener. 9 Starrs.
2. Have You Seen My Baby: Ringo rocks out on this excellent track. It has a great balance of wild electric guitars and bouncy piano. 8.5 Starrs.
3. Photograph: Ringo at pop perfection. With help from George, Ringo makes a beautiful number one hit with ringing guitars and a sweet, slow beat. I love that sax, too! 9.5 Starrs.
4. Sunshine Life for Me (Sail Away Raymond): This twangy country-style tune has an infectious shorus and brilliant backing by George, who weaves his voice around Ringo's seamlessly. 9 Starrs.
5. You're Sixteen: Just like the Beatles made "Twist and Shout" their own hit a decade before, Ringo turns this bouncy tune into his own number one hit. The kazoo only adds to the charm! 10 Starrs.
6. Oh My My: Trust me, Ringo knew how to boogie in '73. This a funky original song with a truly dancable beat. 9 Starrs.
7. Step Lightly: To me, it's more like a step down. A quiet and refined number that slows down the wild action of the previous songs. Still a good song. 8 Starrs.
8. Six O'Clock: Paul joins Ringo in this airy pop tune. It may not be a "Photograph," but it is certainly a presentable song, especially with Paul's excellent backing. 8.5 Starrs.
9. Devil Woman: The pace speeds up again with this wild and slightly repetitive track. The guitar mixes well with the marvelous backing horns. 8.5 Starrs.
10. You and Me (Babe): Another slow number to effectively close the original album. But wait! There's more! 8.5 Starrs.
11. It Don't Come Easy: Ringo's first true hit. It's a uptempo number with a great performance by Ringo. A true Ringo hit. 9.5 Starrs.
12. Early 1970: A biographical number about his former bandmates. Ringo's country-tinged style shines on this track. 8.5 Starrs.
13. Down and Out: An enjoyable but repetitive song. It can grow on you! Just give it some time. You'll love the piano. 8.5 Starrs.
Overall: 9.5 Starrs. Certainly, it is the most consistant and well planned album of the solo Beatles. A definite for any fan of Ringo, the Beatles, or the solo Beatles. |
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| "The best Solo Beatle Album ever!" | 2005-11-16 |
| - Reviewed By User: AQQGEOGBKEGWT |
| After wearing out my 3rd copy of the RINGO LP over a more than 30 year span of time, I finally found this gem on CD. Right now, after my 3rd straight listen in a row of the entire CD, I am still blown away by what an incredible work of art it is. It's got it all - Songs written by some of the greatest songwriters in history, an assembly of some of the most talented, gifted and influential musicians ever produced and the sublimely crafted art of Klaus Voormann. This disc is a timeless masterpiece that should be a part of EVERY persons music collection. I dare you to not like this virtual party for the ears, the mind, the heart and the Soul! |
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