Sir Ringo Starr announces new 10-track album Long Long Road
BBC World
March 4, 2026
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Sir Ringo Starr, the legendary drummer of The Beatles, has announced his highly anticipated new 10-track album *Long Long Road*, set to release on 24 April. This marks his latest creative endeavor following the successful 2023 album *Look Up*, which debuted at number one on the UK’s official country chart. Collaborating with renowned artists like Sheryl Crow, Billy Strings, and St Vincent, the album features a fresh blend of country and Americana sounds. The first single, *"It's Been Too Long,"* released earlier this month, already hints at the emotional depth and musical richness fans can expect.
The making of *Long Long Road* was a labor of love for Starr, who co-wrote the album alongside esteemed producer T Bone Burnett. Burnett, known for his work on films like *O Brother, Where Art Thou?* and *Walk the Line*, brought a distinct Texan influence to the project, as reflected in the track *"I Don’t See Me In Your Eyes Anymore,"* inspired by guitarist Carl Perkins. Recorded in Nashville and Los Angeles, the album reunites some of the same band members from *Look Up*, ensuring continuity while exploring new sonic territories.
Starr’s decision to collaborate with Burnett was a pivotal moment in his career, as he described it as one of the “right moves” that led to this latest project. The album’s title, *"Long Long Road,"* serves as a metaphor for Starr’s extensive journey in
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Originally published on BBC World on 3/4/2026