This review was published in the May 2015 issue of Classic Rock magazine, no. 209.
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Like slipping on an old pair of shoes, Ringo returns with his first new album in 3 years.
Calling on his all-star band, Ringo’s 18th solo album treads a well-worn path. The opening track, Rory and the Hurricanes, is an autobiographical reminiscence of his pre-Beatles band, whilst Bridges harks back to a later period of sitar – laden psychedelia.
The album features some stellar musicians, but it’s a shame that they didn’t have more memorable material to work with, as the rest of the album drifts along as mid-tempo AOR with no particular standout tracks. A rather predictable record – if you like Ringo, it’s what you’d hope for, if not, then this album won’t convince you otherwise.
5/10