"Ringo 2012" is the seventeenth studio album by British musician Ringo Starr. It was released on 30 January 2012 in the United Kingdom and 31 January 2012 in the United States. The album was produced by Starr himself and includes nine tracks, featuring collaborations with longtime acquaintances such as Joe Walsh and Charlie Haden.
In the making of "Ringo 2012", rather than composing entirely new music, Starr revisited and revamped some of his older songs. For instance, the track "Wings" is a re-recording of the single from his 1977 album "Ringo the 4th", and similarly, the song "Step Lightly" is a refreshed version from his 1973 album "Ringo". This album largely contains rock, reggae, and country elements.
While reviews for "Ringo 2012" were somewhat mixed, Ringo Starr's recognizable charm and enjoyable musicianship were consistently praised. Tracks such as "Anthem" and "In Liverpool" particularly stand out in the album for their lively beats and nostalgic lyrics. In addition to the nostalgia and revisiting of past themes, the album also reflects Starr's perennial messages of peace and love.
