Ringo Starr Announces Benefit Concert Special

Ringo Starr is set to hold a benefit concert titled 'Ringo & Friends At The Ryman' at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on January 14 and 15, featuring performances by notable artists including Jack White, Sheryl Crow, and Emmylou Harris. The concerts will showcase country renditions of Starr's classics as well as songs from his recent country album, 'Look Up', with proceeds benefiting California wildfire relief efforts through the American Red Cross. Starr expressed enthusiasm about the performances, stating, 'It will be two nights of peace, love and country music.' The event will be recorded for a CBS special airing this spring, highlighting the integration of rock and country music in Starr's repertoire. Producer T Bone Burnett praised Starr's long-standing connection to country music, reflecting on his contributions during his Beatles years. The concert aims to celebrate Starr's legacy while also addressing the recent devastation caused by wildfires in California.