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Ringo Starr just unveiled his most exciting country music project yet. The 85-year-old Beatles drummer announced ‘Long Long Road’, his second album with legendary producer T Bone Burnett, arriving April 24. A fresh single dropped today.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Album Title: Long Long Road, a 10-track country and Americana collection arriving April 24, 2026
- Producer: T Bone Burnett returns after producing his 2025 chart-topping album ‘Look Up’
- First Single: ‘It’s Been Too Long’ features vocals from Sarah Jarosz and Molly Tuttle, out now
- Star Collaborators: Album includes Billy Strings, Sheryl Crow, and St Vincent on various tracks
The Return of a Country Legend
Ringo Starr is doubling down on his country music roots with ‘Long Long Road’. Just over a year after the success of ‘Look Up’, the former Beatles member is ready to deliver another album that celebrates his lifelong connection to country and Americana. The album marks his second consecutive collaboration with T Bone Burnett, the acclaimed producer known for working with everyone from Robert Plant to Alison Krauss.
Recorded in Nashville and Los Angeles, the project brings together an impressive band affectionately known as ‘The Texans’ by Burnett.
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A Powerhouse Lineup of Collaborators
‘Long Long Road’ features an impressive roster of musical talent. The first single, released on March 3, 2026, showcases Sarah Jarosz and Molly Tuttle on vocals. Beyond that, the full album will feature contributions from country music virtuoso Billy Strings, rock legend Sheryl Crow, and alternative icon St Vincent, creating a unique sonic blend.
The collaboration reflects Ringo’s vision of merging his roots in Texas music with contemporary country talent.
Album Track Details
| Track Number | Song Title |
| 1 | Returning Without Tears |
| 2 | Baby Don’t Go |
| 3 | I Don’t See Me In Your Eyes Anymore |
| 4 | It’s Been Too Long |
| 5 | Why |
| 6 | You and I (Wave of Love) |
| 7 | My Baby Don’t Want Nothing |
| 8 | Choose Love |
| 9 | She’s Gone |
| 10 | Long Long Road |
Notably, Carl Perkins songs are featured, honoring a musical legend Ringo deeply respects from his Beatles era.
“I’m blessed to have T Bone in my life right now and working with me on these records. After we did the last record, which I love listening to, this one just sort of happened.”
— Ringo Starr, on his creative partnership with T Bone Burnett
‘Look Up’ Proved Country Music Still Fires Ringo
The success of ‘Look Up’ in January 2025 shocked industry watchers. The album achieved his first solo number-one album on the Official UK Country Chart and cracked the Top 10 on Billboard’s all-genre sales chart. After 50 years away from country music, Ringo proved his passion for the genre remains strong and authentic.
The Ryman Auditorium knew it too. In February 2025, Ringo made his Grand Ole Opry debut, invited by Emmylou Harris, cementing his legendary status in country circles.
What Does The Future Hold After Long Long Road?
At 85 years old, Ringo Starr shows no signs of slowing down. With ‘Long Long Road’ arriving in just over a month, fans will finally hear whether this second T Bone Burnett collaboration captures lightning in a bottle again. Pre-orders are open now, and vinyl and CD editions are available. Will this album top ‘Look Up’, or spark an entirely new chapter in Ringo’s storied career?
