Released 43 years ago today
Old Wave
Ringo Starr · 1983
42 min · 11 tracks · pop rock
A vibrant blend of playful pop-rock melodies infused with nostalgic lyrical themes and catchy hooks.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with gradual build
- nostalgic melodies for reflection
- playful anthems for sing-alongs
- warmth for casual gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seek fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer complex, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Themes
- nostalgic charm· modern life's pace· playful freedom
- Career context
- Released on June 16, 1983, 'Old Wave' marked Ringo Starr's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus, following his last studio album 'Stop and Smell the Roses' from 1981. This album came during a time when Starr was exploring new musical directions within the pop rock genre while remaining connected to his Beatles legacy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul McCartney· George Harrison· The Beach Boys
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Jump Up! by Elton John — Both feature upbeat melodies and a nostalgic lens on modern life, blending pop-rock with playful hooks.An Innocent Man by Billy Joel — Shares a similar blend of catchy pop-rock melodies with lyrical nostalgia and themes of personal reflection.Tug of War by Paul McCartney — Combines playful pop-rock sensibilities with introspective lyrics, echoing themes from Starr's work.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In My Car 3:13
- 2 Hopeless 3:19
- 3 Alibi 4:02
- 4 Be My Baby 3:48
- 5 She’s About a Mover 3:54
- 6 I Keep Forgettin’ 4:20
- 7 Picture Show Life 4:18
- 8 As Far as We Can Go 3:51
- 9 Everybody’s in a Hurry but Me 2:34
- 10 Going Down 3:35
- 11 As Far as We Can Go (original version) 5:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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