Author: Katsuaki Komiya (editor/author)
Size: B5
Number of pages: 256 pages

From The Beatles to Now
Exploring the appeal of the 'singing drum' sound and swing/groove!

No drummer has had a greater influence on modern popular music than Ringo Starr.
The tone, rhythm patterns, fills, and the groove and nuances that only he can express...everything is original and innovative.
In particular, the evolution and deepening of Ringo's drumming during his time with The Beatles has not lost its luster even now, more than half a century later, and in fact it still shines in new light, with his followers continuing to grow.
What's so great about apples?
What is the appeal?
What do people who don't know better need to know?
This is the first book where that becomes clear.
The ultimate research book on the world's most famous drummer, Ringo Starr.

[CONTENTS]
Part 1: RINGO's Amazing Sounds
A look at the exquisite tones of Ringo's beloved instruments through rare photographs

Part 2 Gear
It's a perfect match for Ringo's beloved instrument!
Examining precious vintage drums

Part 3 Talk About RINGO!
A master talks about the appeal and influence of apples
Kawamura 'Kasuke' Tomoyasu
Gota Mansion
Gen Ogimi
Akitsugu Miura

Part 4 History
Ringo Starr's musical journey

Part 5 Discography
Introducing a selection of albums from The Beatles to the present

Part 6 Playing Analysis
A thorough analysis of all the songs Ringo played on drums during his time with The Beatles

1962-63
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 1 / VOLUME ONE)"
"PLEASE PLEASE ME"
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 1 / VOLUME ONE)"
"WITH THE BEATLES"
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 1 / VOLUME ONE)"

● 1964
"A HARD DAY'S NIGHT (The Beatles are coming Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!)"
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 1 / VOLUME ONE)"
"BEATLES FOR SALE"

● 1965
"HELP! (The four are idols)"
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 1 / VOLUME ONE)"
"RUBBER SOUL"
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 2 / VOLUME TWO)"

● 1966
"REVOLVER"
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 2 / VOLUME TWO)"

● 1967
"SGT. PEPPER'S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND"
"MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR"
"YELLOW SUBMARINE"

● 1968
“THE BEATLES (THE WHITE ALBUM)”
"YELLOW SUBMARINE"
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 2 / VOLUME TWO)"

1969-70
"LET IT BE"
"PAST MASTERS (Disc 2 / VOLUME TWO)"
"ABBEY ROAD"

Part 7 This makes you RINGO!
Use 'this' to become an apple!