JJR512
New Member
On the local rock radio morning show recently, they were talking about whom they each considered to be rock's greatest drummers. Some people mentioned were the drummers from Led Zepplin and The Who. Somebody mentioned Ringo Starr from The Beatles, and they all pretty much agreed he was a "mediocre" drummer at best.
Now, there's no denying the importance of The Beatles in rock 'n' roll history. But I think it's certainly true that none of the four members have ever been considered to be a genius or virtuoso at any particular instrument. Certainly they were technically adept at playing their respective instruments, and they had excellent writing, singing, and arrangement skills. But they were known more for their overall sound, especially their voices, as well as the words.
Still, I think describing Ringo as "mediocre at best" was a bit harsh.
So what do you think? Do you agree with the "mediocre" assessment? Do you think he was good enough but not special? Do you think he was a great drummer who never got the credit or recognition for his skill/talent that you feel he deserved? (Please remember this is a commentary on how good Ringo Starr was or wasn't, not whether or not you liked his or The Beatles' music.)
Discuss!
Now, there's no denying the importance of The Beatles in rock 'n' roll history. But I think it's certainly true that none of the four members have ever been considered to be a genius or virtuoso at any particular instrument. Certainly they were technically adept at playing their respective instruments, and they had excellent writing, singing, and arrangement skills. But they were known more for their overall sound, especially their voices, as well as the words.
Still, I think describing Ringo as "mediocre at best" was a bit harsh.
So what do you think? Do you agree with the "mediocre" assessment? Do you think he was good enough but not special? Do you think he was a great drummer who never got the credit or recognition for his skill/talent that you feel he deserved? (Please remember this is a commentary on how good Ringo Starr was or wasn't, not whether or not you liked his or The Beatles' music.)
Discuss!
