Ringo Starr

Carl Perkins and Ringo Starr Perform 'Honey Don't' at Capitol Theatre

Capitol Theatre
Passaic, NJ, United States

• On September 9, 1985, Ringo Starr performed alongside rockabilly legend Carl Perkins at the Capitol Theatre in Passaic, New Jersey. By this time in hi... Read Full Description >

  On September 9, 1985, Ringo Starr performed alongside rockabilly legend Carl Perkins at the Capitol Theatre in Passaic, New Jersey. By this time in his career, Starr had been an influential figure in the music world for over two decades, having gained fame as the drummer for The Beatles. Prior to this live performance, Ringo released the album "Stop and Smell the Roses" in 1981, which showcased his blend of rock and pop while featuring contributions from several former bandmates and other notable artists. This particular recording is notable not only for the collaboration with Perkins, who was instrumental in the rock 'n' roll movement, but also for highlighting Starr's continued presence in the music scene during the 1980s, a time when he was actively touring and engaging with various artists, thus remaining an enduring icon in popular music.