**Ringo Starr Brings Beatles Magic, Rock Legends, and Hollywood Surprises to Clearwater—At Nearly 85, the Ever-Youthful Drummer Delivers a Night of Nostalgia, Star Power, and Musical Comfort with His All-Starr Band, Stunning Fans with Surprise Guests, Timeless Hits, and a Message of Peace That Resonates Across Generations**
On a breezy Florida night in Clearwater, music lovers packed into The BayCare Sound amphitheater for what turned out to be much more than a concert—it was a celebration of music, legacy, and the enduring charm of Ringo Starr. At nearly 85 years old, the former Beatle proved once again that age is just a number when the spirit is timeless.
Backed by his latest lineup of the All-Starr Band—featuring guitar great Steve Lukather, jazz powerhouse Gregg Bissonette, multi-instrumentalist Warren Ham, bassist Hamish Stuart, and keyboardist Buck Johnson—Ringo delivered a show brimming with iconic moments and genuine warmth. Despite the absence of Men at Work’s Colin Hay due to illness, the band didn’t miss a beat.
The crowd was treated to Beatles classics like “Octopus’s Garden” and “With a Little Help from My Friends,” along with solo hits and a medley of hits from the All-Starrs’ own catalogs. Lukather’s take on Toto’s “Africa” and a fiery rendition of Hendrix’s “Little Wing” stunned the audience. Stuart got funky with “Pick Up the Pieces,” delivering a groove-heavy highlight.
Just when it seemed the night had peaked, surprise guests Robin Zander of Cheap Trick and John Travolta joined Ringo onstage for the encore, adding a thrilling twist and drawing roaring applause.
With his trademark peace sign raised high and a heartfelt message of unity, Ringo Starr closed the night reminding everyone that kindness, love, and music are the ultimate companions in life’
s journey.
