Ringo Starr’s Beatles Drums: The Final Deep Dive (With Ringo's Drum Curator Gary Astridge)

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Gear, There and Everywhere

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Four musicians — Sam, Dom, Ryan, and Mike — obsess over the musicianship, gear, and magic of The Beatles. From dissecting songs and tones to showcasing rare Beatles guitars, amps, and drums, we dive deep into what made the Fab Four legendary. We also interview incredible musicians, scholars, luthiers, and VIPs from across the Beatles universe. Whether you're a gearhead, superfan, or just love a good nerdy conversation, come hang out and celebrate the band that changed music forever.

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Ringo Starr’s Beatles Drums: The Final Deep Dive (With Ringo's Drum Curator Gary Astridge) | Ep. 38

Gear, There and Everywhere

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2 months ago

Ringo Starr’s Beatles Drums: The Final Deep Dive (With Ringo's Drum Curator Gary Astridge) | Ep. 38

By overwhelming popular demand, here it is - our deep dive into the 20th century's most iconic drums - Ringo Starr's Beatles drumkits. We’re joined by Ringo Starr’s personal drum curator, Gary Astridge, for a definitive exploration of Ringo's kits, from the 1950's through "Now and Then." 🎙🥁In this epic episode, Gary walks us through the sound, soul, and stories behind the drums that kept the backbeat of a generation. We dive deep into the Premier Kit, the two 20" Ludwig Downbeat kits, the two 22" Super Classic kits, the Hollywood kit, and even the reunion kits, revealing how each contributed to the magic of the Beatles’ sound.You’ll hear:

The technical details and quirks of Ringo’s favorite kits

The emotional story of Gary restoring and preserving Ringo's drums

The significance of Ringo's 1963 Jazz Festival snare

Personal memories and behind-the-scenes moments from Gary’s time working with Ringo

Whether you're a lifelong Beatles fan or a gearhead fascinated by vintage drums, this episode is for you. It's part history lesson, part personal tribute - and a must-listen celebration of the man who put the beat in the Beatles.