The Genius Of Ringo Starr

[@MaceGill]

Aside from his drumming, he's the most professional musician out of the Beatles. His ego is checked at the door and he serves the music. If you watch the band at their worst (the Let It Be film or the Get Back film) you see a man turning up to work on time or early every day. He stays out of the fights and the drama as much as he is able, is self-effacing, and ready to go regardless of how long he has to sit about waiting to be called on. And every time, he plays what serves the song.

[@Susanna-ti2pv]

I liked that he had the last word for the last performance on the rooftop. I wish i could remember what he said so as to quote him.

[@Susanna-ti2pv]

Great showmanship!

[@budbutterson9577]

​@@Susanna-ti2pvGeorge didn't want to go up, but all Ringo had to say was something along the lines of "I wanna go on the roof" and that settled it.

[@JuanAdam12]

That really made an impression on me as well from that film: Ringo seemed happy-go-lucky, patient, ready to go to work.

[@Susanna-ti2pv]

He took the traditional bow and said "thank you , I hope we passed the audition"

[@leokimvideo]

The greatest drummers don't swamp the sound with drums, they work with the other dynamics of the band. The Beatles was such a vocals driven group, Ringo always allowed the voices to lead the sound. Ringo had excellent swing. Few people can play Ticket To Ride as Ringo can play. Even the example here has drifted. Possibly what made the Beatles so epic was having an oddball drummer who luckily was very musical.

[@error.delete4945]

Completely agree. The fact that he barely stands out in the music but can still be recognised as singularly unique and creative upon closer inspection is a testament to how perfectly he complimented the Beatles. Irreplaceable.

[@mattryan6886]

Ringo played for the song and situation. His drumming supports the rest of band and the other instruments. He brings balance to the musical conversation. At 13 I didn’t understand that concept, I wanted to be Lars Ulrich from the “One” music video. Playing his enormous Tama white double bass drum kit with black hardware and classic 1980’s deep rack toms 12”13”14”15”, 16”and 18” floor toms!!!!

[@garysmith9265]

Ringo makes you realize less is more and swing is king

[@garysmith9265]

Ringo makes you realize less is more and swing is king.

[@SodiumWage]

Phil Rudd falls into that category of a drummer that does exactly what the rest of the bands needs without over playing the drums. Though another drummer who also had a great swing feel and never over played the drums was Steven Adler (on Appetite). He had such great feel and while not some technical wizard, he played exactly what the band needed to make those songs really come alive.

[@GratefulUte]

The biggest thing I learned from Ringo? Humility and Grace

[@apapods]

Imagine being the drummer of the most famous band in the world and having this little of an ego. Ringo is truly special.

[@ramadamming8498]

Not that he was a at best medicore drummer then?

[@The_GreenHub]

@@ramadamming8498 The Beatles are one of the most famous bands of all time. Hundreds of millions of people love their music. There is absolutely no way that they could do so with a 'mediocre' drummer. If you were expecting furious double bass pedal chops that's on you honey

[@ramadamming8498]

@@The_GreenHub there are tons of mediocre musicians in bands

[@The_GreenHub]

@@ramadamming8498and those are shit bands. The Beatles, on the other hand, is not a shit band.

[@boomerguy9935]

As a garage band drummer in the 60's, I underrated Ringo simply because he wasn't flashy. Now, over 55 years later and still playing drums professionally - although primarily jazz - I am constantly amazed at how great Ringo was and still is. He did the right thing at the right time, in perfect time, without overdoing it and always being creative. No other drummer could have given The Beatles their "Beatles sound". Ringo rules. The fact that he is a gentleman with a sense of humor and positive attitude only makes him that much better. Ringo fills a niche that no other drummer could. I am so glad that he is a left handed person who learned to play "incorrectly" with a right hand kit. His sound has always been truly unique. The "bricklaying metronome" with that odd break in fills.... Wonderful!

[@511dydy]

Wow, that was a very nice comment. Thank you, im happy to hear people appreciate ringo and the beatles

[@yasim8251]

He certainly suited the Beatles very well as none of them were flashy players. Those first shows they did in the U.S. when they could barely hear what they were playing over the screaming girls and Ringo was just thrashing away in the background were priceless.

[@vernonsteinkamp1088]

I too started with garage bands in the early 60's. But now at age 70, I no longer have the stamina. I've switched to oil painting, just a different avenue for artistic expression. The Beatles sparked the fire.

[@iankirk9097]

I wonder if it was Ringo's idea to lead with "She Loves You?" Brilliant intro to the song!

[@Hwashburn]

"No other drummer could have given The Beatles their " 'Beatles sound'." BINGO!

[@tarnopol]

The more I learned about music, the more my taste broadened and matured, the more I drummed myself, the more I appreciated Ringo. He’s a true artist, a true musician. It’s that simple.

[@DrumeoOfficial]

Well said!

[@juliosanchez95]

@@DrumeoOfficial Ringo did not play on the Love Me Do recording you used in the video. He plays only tambourine and session drummer Andy White plays the drum part.

[@eek412]

Ringo punk rock drummer

[@gussiegreen4036]

Ringo is the best drummer I've ever heard and always will be

[@SkiRedMtn]

@@gussiegreen4036 go watch any Virgil Donati video and get back to me on that

[@GordonBagshaw-GBEnglishClass]

I absolutely loved that Get Back Series, especially as a drummer. I felt like, "Oh, I'm getting to watch Ringo in a creative session. He's taking me to school!." What really struck me about his presents in the rehearsals was he spent most of the time listening, not getting in the way of the creative process. After he would then lay down a basic time pattern first, before shaping it into something else. Genius. So glad Peter Jackson captured that. This video was also a great piece on Ringo.

[@RockandRollWoman]

I appreciate your observations of what it was like to watch that as a drummer. I watched as a kid who still has her original Hard Day's Night LP. My friends were in two categories: people who thought it got boring, and those who wanted Peter Jackson to release every possible minute in a director's cut or other offering. I'm in category two. To be able to drop in to watch them like that... The birth of Get Back, Heather mocking Yoko, Billy Preston's contributions! Fending off the coppers with a load of rubbish while the boys played overhead! But only meaningful because the music was life-changing and world-changing. I've been so fortunate to grow up when I did.

[@designstudio8013]

I think you can do better with Peart and most anyone.

[@AbuelitaModerna]

Ringo Starr es un placer saludarte tu Trayectoria Musical excelente en todo le das un toque muy especial con tu Batería en las melodías excelentes y maravillosos Conciertos Espectaculares con los Beatles y Paul McCartney 🎵🎼🎶🎸❤🌹❤

[@AbuelitaModerna]

Que sigan tus Éxitos gracias Ringo Starr por Ser y Estar

[@AbuelitaModerna]

Amigos por siempre 💙🌹

[@duncanmacphee200]

I can imagine most bands surviving with a different drummer, but I can't imagine The Beatles without Ringo. That's how great he is.

[@PC160]

Pete Best knows that "best".

[@benmorris6831]

Neil Peart. No one can replace the Professor.

[@beatlesrgear]

@@benmorris6831 Neil fit Rush perfectly like Ringo fit the Beatles perfectly. The right drummer in the right band.

[@theodorecurtis5674]

I agree. A contemporary like Ginger Baker would have ruined the magic of Lennon/ McCartney

[@Techridr]

@@benmorris6831 Neil Peart would have ruined the Beatles

[@randythomas3488]

His drumming on strawberry fields is nothing short of perfection for the song. Im blown away by his feel every time i listen to it

[@lucifer-ic9th]

It's a tough one to wrap your head around too. I can't quite put my finger on what he's doing there as the timings are so odd. Really makes the song

[@sub-jec-tiv]

The way he swings in a super subtle way, even when he’s not really swinging. It hits the spot so hard. That ending is freakin crazy too, with all the heavy floor toms

[@IamSkullrules]

it wasn't Ringo it was Ronnie Veral, or Bernad Purdy go listen to his playing you'll see, Ringo wasn't a good drummer,

[@guyjerry]

100% dude, possibly my favorite drum song in all of rock history

[@thebarryman]

Proto hip hop on that track ...

[@collisw8302]

Ringo is the crowned king of "less is more". An absolute master.

[@dabbler1166]

Ohhh Brotherrr..... He's the king of Boring. Just plug-in a beat-machine. Who needs a Drummer? Any 18yr. old high school senior Drummer could "sit in" for Ringo and you may not even notice a difference. Funny how folks dont tell lead guitar players to "play less hot licks" and "focus more on SWING". You dont need "Chops" to be Ringo.

[@collisw8302]

@@dabbler1166 you have no idea what you’re talking about hahaha

[@JJStale]

@@dabbler1166real “yes I can play guitar..I learned smoke on the water yesterday you can call me a professional musician” vibes

[@thezachari]

@@dabbler1166 This is the most ridiculous statement I've seen on Ringo ever, and that's saying something. If you think that's the case, you really don't know a thing about drums. I bet you think Art Blakey is also easily replaced by an 18 year old as well.

[@Bob-f3x6w]

​@thezachari He's a dabbling wind-up merchant .👶

[@msalzberg4962]

I think Ringo was the first real 'compositional' rock drummer. He wasn't just keeping the beat. His drum parts were integral to the song; it's really amazing how many Beatles songs can be recognized by the drums alone.

[@deborahbotterill8618]

I really didn't know that he was so Talent with many other things Bright bright star

[@jsv438]

RIGHT, right, he wasn't just giving the song a beat, he actually interacted with the dynamics without walking on the music or lyrics. He really was fantastic at that. An important part of the trance the songs would put me into was that signature snare sound and THE WAY he played it. Think about how minimal their recordings were too, and how little tracks they had to play with. It's wonderful what he contributed to this music and the songs. All drummers learning syncopation should listen to his chops. Frankly I've always liked his voice too! ~JSV

[@offshoretomorrow3346]

@@jsv438 Iove the unpretentious warmth of his voice too. Being self-taught gave his drumming true originality that tutoring would have ironed out of him, I believe. (Good job Drumeo wasn't aroud then?)

[@planetvideo777]

So true.

[@ronskopitz2360]

This is an excellent point. I’m not a Ringo fan at all, but I’m not old enough to have understood this point. That is helpful - thank you!

[@sassulusmagnus]

His playing always adds distinctive and memorable colour without getting in the way of the song. No easy feat.

[@jcaseymiller]

Very well stated.

[@dean-ph2ww]

I'm happy to see Ringo getting the respect he deserves. I used to stand up for him back in the day and some people were so disrespectful. What made me respect him was trying to emulate him and realizing his style was truly unique. He plays to enhance the song and doesn't waste energy showing off.

[@One.Zero.One101]

Some people think drum solos are what makes a drummer great. When we started a band, I realized being creative in the studio is the most important thing. Any amateur drummer can copy a drum solo, but how imaginative are you in our recording sessions? Ringo's drumming is so unique, I listen to 5 seconds of Ringo's drumming and I already know what song it is.

[@dtrain2499]

Some people are still so disrespectful of Ringo and it's sad to see.

[@doctornova3015]

It is rare that a drum fill can bring tears to your eyes. , But I have to say the drum fills in A Day In The Life are just as important as John's voice to the mood of the song.

[@ingvarhallstrom2306]

I agree. The genius of Ringo is that he knew *exactly* what to fill.

[@gmultimedio]

So, So true!!

[@weebunny]

Even though they're more ordinary than in ADITL, I always get chills listening to his fills in the Harrison song Long, Long, Long off of the White Album. An odd little song that wouldn't even really be the same song at all without Ringo's drum part.

[@kylenreece]

a lil thing i luv about the drums in that song is how he tuned them down significantly. it gives it a much larger sound, like timpani almost.

[@big_gamer1234]

i remember each and every drum fill he did on that song. favorite drum performance ever

[@kariqualters5908]

The greatness of The Beatles can never be over-rated or exhausted...

[@Derayes]

Oh yes it can. Please do not call them genius. Know their place in a row.

[@playlistmaker90125]

@@Derayes 👏👏👏

[@iamtheralwus]

@@Derayes Which is your opinion, but that's okay.

[@creeperkiller9795]

@@Derayeswhat makes an artist genius in your view? I’m curious!

[@Nerkin610]

⁠@@DerayesOh, such drivel! Do you know what music generally sounded like in 1966? And do you know what “Tomorrow Never Knows” sounds like? Well, that says it all. We still haven’t reached the level of their musical vision, half a century later. Can you really listen to “A Day in the Life” or “Strawberry Fields Forever” and claim it’s not a work of genius? Most bands would kill to have one song like “It’s All Too Much” or “Hey Bulldog”. For The Beatles they’re just throwaways on an obscure cartoon soundtrack. All classical composers would kill to compose a tune like “Yesterday” while working hard in writing sessions. For Paul it just popped up in a dream. But of course, we should “know their place”. Brilliant statement.

[@richardhayes5866]

Yep, Ringo changed my life. At 5 years old watching the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show, I knew what I wanted to do and be ... A drummer. At 66 years old, I still play the drums. Thank you Ringo.

[@bobsquires4521]

I shifted to guitar but I was playing (in my head and on my lap) along with Abbey Road at 5 or 6 or 7 years old We're about the same age richardhayes5866, now on my REAL RIMS Headset Drumset and hunting the right cymbals!

[@alecj3454]

Ringo Starr is the kind of living musical Legend that we will never see again. He changed music. We are lucky to still have him & should appreciate it every day.

[@marcpuyuelograndas1005]

His drumming on "She Said She Said", "Strawberry Fields Forever" or "A Day In The Life" is also amazing!

[@aHardNightsDay]

Completely agree!

[@kamenanew9867]

​@@aHardNightsDay great pic and name

[@aHardNightsDay]

@@kamenanew9867 lol- Thank

[@ferdinandwang1165]

Don't forget 'What Goes On' and 'Long Long Long', among many other tunes.

[@aytuggultekin2566]

Don't forget long tall sally bro.

[@elizzievb]

I am not a drummer, just a Ringo-idolizer for the last 60 years. I LOVED this heartfelt video filled with respect. Thank you. 🙏🏻❤

[@sidyal]

Creative, didn't overplay and served the song. Perfect for The Beatles.

[@profd65]

Perfect for any band.

[@Neil-Aspinall]

@@profd65 Not true. Other bands did not have messers Lennon, McCartney and Harrison.

[@profd65]

@@Neil-Aspinall So being uncreative, overplaying, and not serving the song would be helpful if you lacked those guys?

[@Neil-Aspinall]

@@profd65 The Beatles fed off each others creativity. They were each others competition and that is why in some ways they were the force that they were Ringo included.

[@vampcaff]

because he wasn't talented. keeping a beat doesnt make you one of the greats.

[@GreatCircle360]

People dismiss Ringo sometimes as rudimentary, but a lot of drummers knew. He swings better than most. He opens the song up rhythmically by suggesting fills, just an outline, and the songs breathe because of that. Brilliant! Helter Skelter might be a good example. As the end of the song descends into chaos, Ringo provides the one remaining constant.

[@SkiRedMtn]

Imagine all the fills you want. He wasn’t, though, so quit kidding yourself.

[@creeperkiller9795]

@@SkiRedMtnwhat are you on about?

[@SkiRedMtn]

@@creeperkiller9795 it’s just the amount of nonsense, that’s all. The Beatles were super cool and super popular but not super talented (as talented musicians come). If any one of them was a genius it was George. It was two comments by the way. Two

[@BeatlesCentricUniverse]

@@SkiRedMtn Remain clueless, friend.

[@SkiRedMtn]

@@BeatlesCentricUniverse by the way, you want to debate specific details why you think he’s so great, bring it. Otherwise, eat your “genius” Kraft Dinner, sit it your “genius” beanbag chair and listen to your “genius” music. Since everything you happen to like needs to be acknowledged in its superiority.

[@BouseFeenuxTV]

That limitations can amount to greatness. That's what I learned.

[@leostawicki7283]

HE SUCKS!

[@deborahmulcahy1421]

Ringo gave the song what it needed, not getting lost in the background and not overpowering. He is a very unique and talented drummer. And a very nice fellow, too.

[@halfgermanantony]

Ringo played exactly what was needed in each song and is genuinely a nice, like-able, down to earth guy! Amazing career.

[@vidifont7900]

When I first heard the drums on "Strawberry Fields Forever," it gave me the chills. That song was a game-changer for a lot of reasons, including Ringo's amazing drum performance.

[@mikesinger-l7y]

You are so right!

[@alexanderreichard9594]

You should listen to the Anthology versions so you can hear John telling him to “calm down” 😂

[@thesilvershining]

Ringo’s drumming on “She Came in Through the Bathroom Window” is some of the most creative drumming I’ve ever heard by anyone. A drum part that 100% supports the song and enhances it so perfectly into the stratosphere. Every time I hear Ringo play I’m just so thankful the Beatles had him.

[@RetroVzqz9313]

This gets even cooler when you know that "Polythene Pam" and this song. We're recorded as one piece as part of the medley. Just like "Sun King" and "Mean Mr. Mustard" were as well. So that is what has always really wowed me on this cut. Him going from the frenetic beat of the former. To the grooving one of the second. Absolutely masterful playing and the transition is just the best.

[@jefflongsr2062]

Dear Prudence also,to me anywho!!!!!!!!!

[@markhansen9467]

I'm preaching to the choir here but... In my humble opinion, you put twenty #1 hits front and center. Twenty #1s! For me, the greatest songs make us feel good. That's why we love 'em. They make us sing in the shower, get up and dance and never want to sit down. Ringo is the master of making the song feel good. He's the king, and the great thing is we continue to show him our gratitude. We're all better musicians because of him. Thanks Drumeo and THANKS RINGO!

[@mesolithicman164]

Ringo's drumming is as unique as his personality. And I'm certain the two things are related. He's never just putting a beat in the background, it's always something with Ringo's *feel* .

[@designstudio8013]

nope it's because he was left handed playing a right handed kit.

[@mesolithicman164]

@@designstudio8013 That explains how he came up with great ideas like on In My Life, does it? Maybe that's also the reason top drummers, including jazz drummers talk about Ringo's swing feel. It's all about him being Left handed, simple as that. Well now we all know.

[@designstudio8013]

@@mesolithicman164 Paul did.You must know nothing about music. I would put up a 12 year old drum student of 1 year against Ringo.

[@designstudio8013]

@@mesolithicman164 I know you love him but all 4 were mediocre musicians and QJ would know but you don't. They knew it and they brought in Billy Preston and Clapton for their talents. There are 8 year olds on YT that put them to shame.

[@mesolithicman164]

@@designstudio8013 I almost took you for a sensible person, but you overplayed your hand, this is such obvious trolling it really doesn't need any kind of response.

[@lonkirschner7448]

Very few people (non drummers) talk about drum parts when they hear a song. The exception would be Ringo. So many people can sing his grooves. I had the honor of seeing him live this summer with his All Star Band. From the moment he took the stage I couldn’t stop smiling. He is pure joy to watch and hear. He is the perfect blend of rhythm, invention and effortless playing. He is a drumming treasure.

[@Susanna-ti2pv]

His grooves are singable. He did it himself in his head besides in front of that talk show host.

[@anta40]

At the beginning of pandemic (2020), I started listening to The Beatles, and after a year, I finally realize how creative Ringo is. Sure, he didn't pound his toms wildly like Keith Moon, or played rather complicated polyrythmic stuffs like Bruford or Bozzio. He always served the songs, while adding some nice additional touches without overpowering the overall song.

[@mindcrome]

You get a sense of how good he is on the Get Back documentary. I don't recall any of the members of the band asking him to play anything (Probably because of the problems during the white album. He quit for a few weeks, because he felt underappreciated) He just listens to the band play and makes unique drum parts every time. He really is like a drum machine. He just works. If you look up the term "In The Pocket", there should just be a picture of Ringo.

[@sub-jec-tiv]

If you listen to songs like Tomorrow Never Knows, he definitely does slam, one thing is that at that time a slamming drummer wouldn’t be recorded with an aggressive sound which smashes the room reverb like now. Because hard rock/metal was arguably invented by the Beatles tune Helter Skelter, a few Stones tunes, The Kinks, and Monks. Hard rock production wasn’t a thing until the very end of their career. Watch live Beatles clips, Ringo is slamming the sh*z out of the drums, if he were recorded in the way they recorded Bonham or Moon, you’d hear that much more. What a difference just a few years makes in terms of how records are recorded.

[@mikeevans4585]

@@mindcrome John had just the one request on "Don't Let Me Down" where he asked Ringo for that opening cymbal crash, to give him courage to come in strong with the first lyrics/chorus of the song. He hit the snare for the subsequent choruses.

[@abc456f]

@@mindcrome I got the same impression after watching Get Back. Ringo is just a reliable constant. I've heard that the Beatles never had to do a re-take because Ringo screwed up. He really was the backbone of the band. Alot of people who don't know what they're talking about, put Ringo down. But when you listen to all these pro drummers sing his praise, you know he was the real deal. Plus he's such a cool, laid back dude, you can't help but love the guy. A legend in my book.

[@bunnyleaningonasquishedbun5542]

@@abc456f Ringo never messed up, only time he did was during a take with Octopus's garden, but only because he was singing while drumming at the same time

[@Majorqueefdouche3040]

Finally a video that recognizes Ringo as a person and actually explores his talent. Thank you so much for making this video so hard to find genuine great content on Ringo.

[@cobb_thedrummer]

What I learned from Ringo. He got the job! Ringo showed up on time, was professional, did exactly what was needed for the job and he was hired to be in The Beatles. His name also stands out and names are important.

[@georgemixis2172]

Very well put. I've read that throughout the whole Beatles recording sessions, Ringo was responsible for only eight retakes. Phenomenal! Back in '79, at the Chicago NAMM Show, I met Jazz / Fusion drummer, Billy Cobham. Billy was such an influence for me, and I'm a guitarist.. however, I asked him, "Who was your greatest influence.." as a drummer. Considering his genre, I was really surprised when he replied, "Aw man, Ringo!" Although I was a huge fan of Ringo's, I had to ask Billy why. He said, "His fills! And for total his prescence as a drummer on stage, he is the MAN!" Hey, who would have guessed!

[@johnbode5528]

You see that so clearly in the "Get Back" series. No matter how much John and Paul are goofing around or how (justifiably) pissy George was getting, Ringo's behind the kit, figuring the parts out, and just basically doing his job to the best of his ability.

[@stevestruthers6180]

@@johnbode5528 That's what made Ringo so unique as a drummer and a musician. He didn't put on any airs or exhibit much in the way of ego, he just sat down at his drum kit, and got on with it.

[@apapods]

Yeah 3 boring ass names with John, Paul, George and then you have the rockstar one, Ringo.

[@brent3760]

Cobb the Drummer!!! I'm a 40 year old drummer in Sheboygan, WI, (been drumming since I was 9). I enjoy your videos my man!

[@migueluribe4249]

He was not just an extraordinary drummer, but a wonderful guy with a mervelous sence of humor. He did express that personality in his drumming.

[@evaandava2439]

He’s not dead 😂 he’s still an amazing drummer 😂

[@monocledmanatee6355]

@@evaandava2439 ESPECIALLY live! He still has got the magic, the energy and still is having fun!

[@KAZooooo]

Ringo! The one and only! The most overlooked! About time they give him his due. When I listen to any of the Beatles music, especially the later half of their work, it is Ringo that brings it all together and creates that signature 'Beatles Sound'. Rock On Ringo!

[@ShaneAlbright-s1h]

There hasn't been a superlative that has not been laid at the Beatles feet. All four were brilliant but together they created timeless magic. This is the first clip that I have seen that has tried to explain Ringo's brilliance. You did a wonderful job of explaining his brilliance to a non-drummer. Thank You.

[@rudyrodriguezjr.]

Ringo plays with such clarity and understanding of every song. I remember watching Peter Jackson's documentary Get Back and watching how Ringo can listen to a birth of a song being created by Paul and just know how to add the drumming. Great video!

[@i.7525]

When "Now and Then" came out, I read a quote from Ringo about when they first tried to record it in the 90s. Apparently Jeff Lynne, who produced the Anthology, asked him to just record some parts that he could loop... and of course Ringo hated that, and it was part of why they ended up discarding the song then. "The fill comes when I'm invested in the song", Ringo said. And that's just a lovely quote.

[@russpayne6808]

I had no idea Ringo was held in such high esteem by the follow-on generation of super-star drummers. As a lad growing up with the Beatles, I always loved Ringo's approach to those songs - a very different take on things relative to the 'rock drummer', SO musical, and so totally in chime with the structure and feel of the songs. I'm not a drummer, but now my son is learning, and watching this video, it all starts to make sense to me. This is a terrific 'explanation' to how Ringo made it all work so beautifully, and thank goodness, is still with us doing his thing. Thanks a bunch! 29 March 2023

[@robertslimm9319]

Ringo has always put a smile on my face. A great musician and a fine human being. That's why so many other greats have loved to play with him.

[@marSLaZZ66]

Agreed, adding the lates Charlie Watts and Keith Moon.

[@meade916]

this sounds crazy but I think it's the first time I have ever been able to grasp what music looks like written down (how to read it). I know I still don't know how to read music but it is starting to make sense now with those notes flying by during the beats. Thanks for that!

[@DedRucktheDuck]

just start learning the rules bit by bit, it’s super useful!

[@iracknads]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHbWnoSBndJko5I If Ashley Pezzotti is on level ten, Starkey is level one.

[@paulcooke100]

this is the drum part transcribed. Each line and space corresponds to a different item on the kit.

[@blackbirdpie217]

I'm not a drummer but his style really stands out to me. I have always recognized his uniqueness and the lovely nuance he gives the song. It's easy for me to recognize he puts the song first and works on how to push himself into the song, not change the song to put himself first. This is real musicianship and I admire that a lot.

[@MultidimensionalBeing123]

Watch Whiplash.

[@timothypatrickmurphy7118]

I’m seventy years old…I loved the Beatles from the beginning. I am a rhythm guy…rhythm guitar, congas, etc. I think Ringo was always right there for each song. The four guys made ONE AMAZING Sound together! And History Proved it! ❤️ I took my Daughter to see Ringo’s All Star Band in 2010. She Loved it! Still at it at 82! Peace ☮️ and Love ❤️ Ringo! Thanks!!!

[@micahhull5126]

You can't wrong with a great song with Ringo on the drums!

[@jeffcole2860]

Great video/doc. I just watched an interview with Ringo where he explained how when a new Beatles song was introduced in studio and they were learning the song, he would simply keep time - not really playing the full kit - until a good portion of the song had been worked out and realized, but he was formulating what to play, and then he would apply his ideas. He listened to the song, before jumping in blindly (deafly). Exceptional.

[@geoffroubik5273]

For many of us, we listened to the Beatles early because even if that was when we were 10 or 30, everybody has to have a journey through the Beatles as it’s compulsory. Ringo was put in our heads and whether or not we said it aloud, we compared drummers that came during or especially after him, to Ringo. Fantastic job Brandon. Excellent dive into a great and important drummer

[@theadamblock]

Ringo's drumming has inspired me as far back as I can remember. He was the first drummer I ever heard and will always be my favorite.

[@sneezythapharaoh]

My dad is 63 and has been playing drums since he was 4. He now teaches drums for a living and has been my entire life (I’m 25 now) and everytime I bring it up he always says ringo got him into playing drums

[@OslerWannabe]

Ringo's legacy is the understanding that less is more, and it's the empty spaces that define a piece of music.

[@brianfreeman8290]

I watched this because I'm always fascinated to learn from drummers who are way better than I, but the thing that I REALLY enjoyed about this was being reminded of the utter MAJESTY of the Beatles' musical creations.

[@brianj640]

I love the way you can hear the drums as a sort of separate musical entity on so many Beatles songs, but, in a supportive way, not in a distractive or neadlessly showy way. Kudos to him!!

[@sandraherbert6746]

From the time I first heard the Beatles as an 11 year old in the summer of 1963, I wanted to play the drums like Ringo. I’d put a record on in the living room as loud as possible and set up cushions around me to stand in for the different drums and cymbals. All I had was a pair of drum sticks, but I had such fun! Thank you for bringing all this back for me to enjoy again! Ringo is still “This Girl’s “drum hero!

[@luizferpunk86]

As a Drummer I just cant thank enough Ringo! A true LEGEND! Inspiring, out of the box, talented, didnt worry about technique because all you need is your imagination and a four piece set. Thats why I named my cat Ringo.

[@n1night635]

i also had a cat named ringo. funny cat

[@tezzerii]

But he does have good technique in his playing ! The most important technique is the sort that keeps you fresh and on point all night. (Like your cat, I imagine =o) )

[@davidhess6593]

I've been a big Beetles fan for almost 60 years, but didn't begin to understand Ringo's contributions untill I saw this video. Thanks, and thank you Ringo!

[@joeyrsl]

I'm a guitarist, not a drummer, but I've been a Beatles fan for eons. As my understanding of music developed, I began to understand that Ringo had a very unique style, but I couldn't articulate why. This video helped me understand the mechanics of that style, which I appreciate. Any other drummer with the Beatles is just impossible to imagine. Of course, any of those four guys not being there is hard to imagine! Anyway thanks for the video!

[@ABCLakey2012]

I'm not a musician or a singer, but I've always loved the Beatles since I was little. We take for granted how good a drummer he was because he wasn't showy, or domineering; he simply and beautifully supported the music and the singing. The Beatles were, and still are an awesome musical inspiration. Their music charms my brain like Bach's music does. I can't explain it. Long Live the Beatles!

[@kaceykelly7222]

This is a masterpiece! I always liked Ringo but had no idea how great he is as a drummer. (You are very good too). You really paid tribute to Ringo Starr like no other has. Thank you!

[@davidbrown1672]

I have been playing the drums since my teens. Ringo was always on the top of my list. He is a unique talent. I would spend hours trying to figure out his parts, but sometimes I just couldn't replicate what he did. Thanks Drumeo for putting together this video and giving Ringo his due. And you hit it on the head when speaking about how Ringo played musically. I hope to meet him someday--I will turn 70 this year.

[@mikemorgan8588]

The force of invention was incredibly strong with the Beatles on every aspect: vocals, beats, instrumental. They never stopped being new.

[@paintinghdes]

Every time I get into videos about the Beatles my mind just explodes. 4 unique personalities giving to us a little universe on each song and fragment you listen, beautiful!

[@julesdrums6167]

Ringo rocks but man Brandon, you’re doing some timeless work here with the Drumeo squad. What a unique and important series for drum history. I’m surprised Ringo has a “bad” rep. His drum parts are so iconic. For me one of my favorite songs is Tomorrow Never Knows. Not just for the drums, but the whole ethos of the song. So everlovingly psychedelic. You can’t get around it.

[@DrumeoOfficial]

Thank you!❤️- Brandon

[@brandonmclendon5368]

As the years go by, I become more and more fascinated by Ringo’s drumming. Sure he’s not as technical as Simon Philips, John Bonham, and Steve Gadd, but he didn’t need to. He knew what the song needed, played accordingly, and he has some of the most recognizable drum parts.

[@Billy-cs4cc]

I think the song is "Come together". Listen to his drum intro. He is the one and only Drum King

[@mc76]

Interestingly, when 801 covered "Tomorrow Never Knows," Simon didn't even try to replicate Ringo's signature riff, opting for a faster tempo and busier (but for my taste, more pedestrian) sound.

[@n1night635]

@@mc76 tommorow never knows is a hard groove. the two notes on the Tom at the end while keeping straight eighths requires good coordination and stability.

[@thekitowl]

@@n1night635it’s been rumoured that a drum loop was used on “Tomorrow “ but listen carefully to the Giles Martin mix & there are slight differences, so it’s not a loop but a very steady drummer.

[@tomik64]

I love this video, thank you! This is a very nice tribute to Ringo's contribution. I am not a musician, so I listen to music as a "normal" man. I am a HUGE Beatles fan and enjoy Ringo's drumming the same way I enjoy e.g. Paul's vocals... 4 masters created together absolutely amazing act in the history of arts.

[@MrTonyFury]

this is a great presentation of Ringo's playing. We got specific attributes with examples, insight from Ringo himself, and a technical breakdown of each example. Good stuff, Drumeo.

[@BlueSaphire70]

I absolutely love Ringo! His playing is so cool and so appropriate for the song it's uncanny. Many blessing to him, his wife, and his family.

[@cynthiadaw131]

That " The Beatles" on that silver and black drum kit stands out to me the most when i see the Beatles. You cant beat that!!

[@richarddunne9802]

I was one of those know-it-all teenage drummers that use to scoff at Ringo for not being John Bonham. But by the time I was in my mid-twenties I was a fanatic. I learned so much about melody, feel, and composition from him and I love to play his fills. They feel so good. Thinking outside the box hits the nail on the head! Ticket to Ride, Come Together etc are so different to what drummers were doing before him.

[@redrick8900]

You can scoff at any drummer for not being John Bonham.

[@thekitowl]

@@redrick8900yet John loved Ringo’s drumming.

[@redrick8900]

@@thekitowl Not relevant.

[@kimberlyhonea1466]

I am not a drummer, just a massive Beatles fan. This was super informative and proves why he was the perfect man for the Beatles.

[@salmanrahman1290]

Ringo’s drumming made the Beatles swing and that’s what made their songs so amazing. Loved how he played on the roof top session…

[@RS-nf4vz]

Me watching Let It Be in 1982: look Ma, all four Beatles are dancing! Me watching Let It Be in 2024: look grandkid, all four Beatles are dancing!

[@Cacahead-rm2lc]

If you don't swing, you don't have a thing. You HAVE to have some swing in your drumming or you're just a 1980's drum machine. Look at Deep Purple, a "heavy metal" band and their drummer was all about the swing. CREAM was swing, as we know, the jazz drummer stuck in a rock drummer's body, to quote Chad Ferrill. :)

[@hyacinthlynch843]

Anyone who can come up with perfect drumbeats for three hundred songs in seven years is a genius in my book. 🌟 RINGO ROCKS 🌟

[@Drumeo_Official__]

👆👆👆..(LET'S TALK ON TELEGRAM....) I HAVE SOMETHING 🎁FOR YOU BUDDY.

[@allysmith2284]

Both of my children (boy and girl) are named after Beatles songs and it’s safe to say that we are massive Beatles fans!! There is literally a song for every occasion and their greatness will never be replicated!

[@WillStephensArt]

Lennon and Julia?

[@thegroovetube3247]

Blackbird and Helter-skelter?

[@pigeon3769]

Yellow Submarine and Strawberry Fields Forever?

[@eclecticdog2k901]

Robert and Michelle?

[@MrKuaguro]

Back in the U.S.S.R. and Rocky Raccoon?

[@ausgangssperre-band]

His drumming is pure joy!

[@Ccccccccccsssssssssss]

Ringos drums on “She Said” are my favorite. Such cool fills really make the song

[@anacatarinasilva6140]

A drummer, or any musician, shines best when they know what to do but most importantly when to do it; Ringo (and The Beatles in general) is the truest example of that concept: do your part, trust the others to do theirs and together you can create something amazing. My music teacher taught me the "KISS" principle when I started learning the guitar and he told me: "The things we love the most can, and actually are the simplest to play". You don't have to overdo things and show off to prove you're good. Simplicity is often the best and this is why, despite not being as recognized as other drummers, Ringo is one of the best out there.

[@robertrussell9336]

Their music was so alive and Ringo was a huge part of that. They all smiled and made it look fun and easy, that helped I'm sure. Kings of entertainment, Royalty really.

[@joemacinnis1972]

The talent and genius of these 4 lads from Liverpool, is truly amazing. Best group ever.

[@RockandRollWoman]

Only group to have a regular class at UCLA. I have the right to audit that class if space is available, but I've been waiting six years. Maybe it will happen when I'm 69. 😅🎶🎶

[@kathrynlayfield9599]

Ringo, I love you, you have given so much joy and warmth to the world! I have loved you since I was twelve, I'm seventy two now! The Beatles changed music around the world in a spectacularly loving way! Please don't quit interviewing, I want to hear and see you as long as possible! God Bless you, Dear One.

[@ewetoo]

As a bassplayer I find his timing astounding, let alone his impeccable taste and style. There is some evidence from the recorded output of the Beatles that he could repeat the same performances at the same tempo literally without missing a beat such has been his reliability.

[@Drumeo_Official__]

👆👆👆. (LET'S TALK ON TELEGRAM... ) I HAVE SOMETHING 🎁FOR YOU BUDDY.

[@tl4340]

There was a quote regarding how Ringo rarely EVER made a mistake in the studio. Can't remember if it was George Martin or one of the members of the Beatles. Given how many of his parts (particularly in the late 1960s) are quite tricky, this is no mean feat. He is a machine.

[@paulrevelli]

One thing I've learned from Ringo is how to be pretty consistent in the studio. With the proliferation of deluxe versions of their albums of late you can hear many takes of The Beatles' songs. Ringo plays every take pretty consistently and doesn't really veer from his parts once they're established. He's an amazingly solid studio drummer, and that's an important trait for those of us who love the studio and for understanding what's expected of you when serving a song. Even more importantly was that Ringo was pretty selfless given the talent in that band. They obviously could never have accomplished what they did without him. Yet, his "all in a day's work" attitude served them well every time. Cheers, you guys. Great job with this video.

[@strahljd]

I've heard it said that from the almost-decade the Beatles recorded together, Ringo was responsible for maybe half a dozen studio re-takes, total! Remarkable

[@davidhelling9296]

Ditto ! Well spoken..

[@thebandthesummitts]

This is one of the best videos I have ever seen on Ringo’s drumming explained.

[@jonathanbyrdmusic]

One of my favorite drummers I’ve ever played with came to a studio session with no cymbals. It gave me a whole new appreciation for how Ringo would stay off the cymbals and what that did for the music.

[@richhillyer3448]

I learned what a great technical drummer he really is. I must admit, I took him for granted- like anyone could do that. You thoughtfully explained the intricacies of his rhythmic style so that even a caveman like myself could understand. I have a renewed respect for Ringo, he was a visionary. He changed the face of modern music. What a great legacy, and for an added bonus- happily married for umpteen years to the Queen of the B movies, Barbara Bach (man I had a crush on her), whose sister married Joe Walsh. Imagine that. Joe for a brother-in-law. Cool.

[@richhillyer3448]

P.S. Did you know Joe's Maserati does 185, but he lost his license, so now he doesn't drive?

[@Carlos.Lizzoli]

I´ve been playing drums since I was 9 or 10, in 1972. The very first song I´ve learned to play was Obladi-Oblada, what more can I say? Ringo is one of my reasons beacuse I play drums. I think he was my fist drum teacher. I´ve learned and starting to grow up as a drummer playing over his tracks. Love this man. Peace and Love to Ringo too!!!!

[@internetclown904]

The best compliment I ever got was after playing the drums for the very first time EVER, my drum teacher said I sounded like Ringo❤️ he would want me to play at least one Beatle song each week

[@pc4mlc451]

"I Feel Fine" is one of the greatest songs ever written... and Ringo has a huge impact as to why that is.

[@michman2]

I'm not a drummer (saxes, all of the sizes), but I appreciate how effortlessly he finds a way to support the music. He rarely leaks out onto the stage smothering the idea, the mood of the tune. Incredible.

[@news603redux]

I swear, the first time I heard the fills in A Day in The Life in June of '67, I'd never heard drumming like that. Ringo always reminded me of B.B. King - his genius was not technical virtuosity, but the virtuosity of playing the exact right notes at exactly the right time.

[@sub-jec-tiv]

Listen to the entirety of his playing on A Day in the Life, that will tell you everything you need to know about why Ringo is such a genius.

[@colinpumpernickel2605]

Ringo wrote those songs too. Without him they wouldn't work the way they do. He is a composer of drums parts.

[@timothydawson7330]

Ringo's drumming blended with the song. His drumming in the song A Day in the Life was perfect. In one of the interviews Ringo said that he plays as it comes and can't repeat it again.

[@abrielrobertsson4160]

Creativity is one of the rarest thing you'd find in a drummer. It's what makes a fantastic drummer. Everyone with a lot of practice can be technical and fast, but creativity is something you don't get with practice, it's just born with you. Ringo had it and it's what makes him so revered in the drumming world.

[@ingvarhallstrom2306]

Not only that but intuitive on the spot creativity. Like a battle of wits and being on the money all the time.

[@gaetanomagliuolo]

I have never loved drummers who wanted to show off, you have to follow the music, the notes of the bass, the notes of a piano or the guitar, never overdo it. I see it that way, Ringo has always been my inspiration, even if not I managed to perfection like him. I really love Ringo's drumming. 👍👍🥁🥁🥁

[@Nobarkus]

His drumming on With The Beatles is perfect! The back beats and fills are awesome! He was ahead of everyone!

[@TheMattProjectBand]

The Beatles has been the most influential band ever for every musical artist all around the world..and it continues to be influential even nowadays.. Ringo is amazing!

[@lyndoncmp5751]

Exaggerated.

[@ToddZabel]

High quality retrospective on Ringo - thank you!

[@friendalex7384]

Ringo taught me how to play to the melody. One of my favorite things about his playing is that just by soloing the drum part, you can tell what song it is.

[@FISHWITHAPRO]

My favorite group and drummer of all time!!! I never had a lesson, I just played to the radio and Beatle records growing up. My favorite Beatle songs to play are DAY TRIPPER and SLOW DOWN. I always feel incredible playing a Beatles song on my drums!! Thanks for that inspiration RINGO!!!

[@michaelmanus7765]

Truly a musical drummer. I continue to listen to the Beatles and always find Ringo's drumming to be a highlight in all the songs.

[@nikosskiadas]

Although I am an beginner drummer, I usually do think about the necessity of the drumming sound in the song (keep it simple, there's vocals there - oh here it's a bit empty, let's fill it). The fact that so many idols keep emphasizing that with Ringo's playing as a starting point is SO rewarding! Great video!

[@geoffpoole483]

Ringo is a great starting point for an aspiring drummer. He didn't need a lavish kit.

[@TheMapkiss]

Per your request the one thing that I learned about Ringo that I never knew before was how Hank Williams and Hank Snow recordings influenced his drumming. I had no idea! If Jeopardy used this as a trivia question not even the great Ken Jennings would get the answer right. A fascinating and well researched video that I enjoyed watching from start to finish when I normally flit around from vid to vid but this one held my total attention. Very well done! The BEST Ringo drumming video of all on here. Thank you!

[@vincenzoa2929]

I absolutely love Ringo’s drumming and he’s a huge inspiration and influence on my drumming.

[@bencarter6702]

A wonderful way to dissect the details of one of the most underrated players in rock history. Bravo Drumeo.

[@702ringo1]

What did I learn from watching and listening to Ringo playing the drums...that after I found out that he too is left-handed, that it's ok for me to be left-handed and continue to play my right-handed set of drums. When I started playing the drums back in 69-70, it was called a trap set or drum set. Now it's called a drum kit. I play Ludwig drums-mine are from the 70's. I love the deep tones that they have. Drum manufacturers today are making better drums than ever before. They all sound incredible. In every band I've ever played in or sit in with b/c their drummer couldn't be there for whatever reason, I've always told the band members the same thing: that I'm just a straightforward drummer-nothing fancy. I'm not a soloist, I lay down a beat and stick to it. I want to lay down a beat that the rest of the musicians can follow, build upon and that people listening to it will enjoy and possibly dance too. I love drumming. The drummers of today are so amazing-I love listening and watching them all. They're doing things on the drums today that we didn't even think about 60 plus years ago when I started. Thanks for making this video.