{"id":50865,"date":"2026-03-13T13:05:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T13:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=50865"},"modified":"2026-03-13T13:05:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T13:05:09","slug":"reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Reasons to Love Ringo Starr&#8217;s Drumming"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#7_reasons_to_love_Ringo_Starrs_drumming\" >7 reasons to love Ringo Starr\u2019s drumming\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#1_His_simple_but_effective_approach\" >1. His simple but effective approach \u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#2_He_was_a_left-handed_drummer_playing_on_a_right-handed_kit\" >2. He was a left-handed drummer playing on a right-handed kit\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#3_His_exceptional_timekeeping_without_stage_monitors\" >3. His exceptional timekeeping without stage monitors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#4_He_wrote_creative_grooves_and_fills\" >4. He wrote creative grooves and fills\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#5_He_created_some_of_drummings_most_iconic_grooves\" >5. He created some of drumming\u2019s most iconic grooves\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#6_He_can_play_plenty_of_complex_time_signatures\" >6. He can play plenty of complex time signatures\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#7_His_approach_has_inspired_generations_of_drummers\" >7. His approach has inspired generations of drummers \u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#FAQs\" >FAQs\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#Is_Ringo_Starr_one_of_the_best_drummers_of_all_time\" >Is Ringo Starr one of the best drummers of all time?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#Who_is_Ringo_Starrs_favourite_drummer\" >Who is Ringo Starr&#8217;s\u00a0favourite\u00a0drummer?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#What_do_drummers_think_of_Ringo_Starr\" >What do drummers think of Ringo Starr?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/reasons-to-love-ringo-starrs-drumming\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Featured image: <a title=\"User:Jdontfight\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:20110626_043_All-Starr-Band-in-Paris_Ringo-Starr_drums_WP.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr Jean Fortunet<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s no secret that the Beatles are still the biggest band to ever grace the planet. They pretty much invented fan culture and massively influenced modern popular music. Ringo Starr played a huge role in their success, and sometimes I think he\u2019s overlooked for his role within the band.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019ve\u00a0seen plenty of drummers ask the question, \u201c<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Is Ringo Starr a good drummer?<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201d Well, I\u2019m here to tell you why he\u2019s one of the greatest of all time. In this article, we\u2019re going to break down why we love Ringo Starr&#8217;s drumming. We\u2019ll cover feel, song-focused playing, unusual fills, and his left-handed approach on a right-handed kit. There are plenty of reasons why he\u2019s still one of the most loved drummers today.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Secondhand-drums.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Secondhand drums&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Secondhand-drums&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/secondhand\/drums?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=secondhand_drums&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Secondhand Drums Banner&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; global_module=&#8221;41660&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP DRUM KITS&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/drum-kits.html&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;7 reasons to love Ringo Starr\u2019s drumming&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_reasons_to_love_Ringo_Starrs_drumming\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">7 reasons to love Ringo Starr\u2019s drumming<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_His_simple_but_effective_approach\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. His simple but effective approach <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s\u00a0hard to find a good place to start when talking about someone as iconic as Ringo Starr, so\u00a0let\u2019s\u00a0start from the beginning. When he joined The Beatles, Starr was already\u00a0known as one of the better drummers in Liverpool. In fact, the band sought him out because they knew exactly what he could bring to the group.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What made him stand out wasn\u2019t a flashy technique. It was his simple but effective approach to drumming. Ringo has openly said he wasn\u2019t the most technical player, but that didn\u2019t matter. His role was to play for the music, not for himself.<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The grooves are straightforward, but\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0incredibly catchy and help drive the songs forward.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_He_was_a_left-handed_drummer_playing_on_a_right-handed_kit\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. He was a left-handed drummer playing on a right-handed kit<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When Ringo Starr first started playing drums, he chose Ludwig &#8211; a go-to for many drummers. His go-to kit would later become the famous <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Ludwig-Classic-Maple-20-3pc-Downbeat-Black-Oyster\/7TTB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ludwig Downbeat in Black Oyster<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a compact setup with a classic\u00a0one-up, one-down tom configuration.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What made Ringo\u2019s playing unique, though, was his approach to the kit. Starr is naturally left-handed, yet he chose to play on a right-handed drum setup. He often led fills and accents with his left hand while still navigating a kit designed for right-handed players for grooves.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because he played the hi-hat right-handed, his hands often played the cymbals in a way that gave his grooves a slightly unusual swing. He almost looked like he was dancing behind the kit. That movement helped add feel to his playing, creating a rhythmic style that became instantly recognisable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It may simply have been a habit he developed while learning on a non-dominant setup, but it became a defining part of his sound.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_His_exceptional_timekeeping_without_stage_monitors\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. His exceptional timekeeping without stage monitors<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Of course, all drummers should have a good ability to keep time, but I don\u2019t think Ringo Starr gets enough credit for being basically a human metronome. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You have to remember that The Beatles rose to fame at a time when stage monitors didn\u2019t really exist. Most of the time, they could barely hear themselves over the crowd.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now imagine trying to keep a steady tempo while playing in front of more than 50,000 screaming fans. That\u2019s exactly what happened at Shea Stadium in New York, where the band performed to an estimated 55,600 people.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Despite that chaos, the band could rely on Ringo to keep everything locked in. His natural sense of timing helped guide the group through even their biggest live shows.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That ability was just as important in the studio. The Beatles rarely recorded to a click track and instead relied on Ringo\u2019s steady tempo to hold everything together.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_50905\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-50905\" class=\"wp-image-50905 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/Ringo-Starr-drummer-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Ringo Starr drummer\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/Ringo-Starr-drummer-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/Ringo-Starr-drummer-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/Ringo-Starr-drummer.jpg 483w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-50905\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Creative Commons License by <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Ringo_Starr_drumming.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vern Barchard<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_He_wrote_creative_grooves_and_fills\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. He wrote creative grooves and fills<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I know there\u2019s plenty of debate about whether Ringo Starr is one of the greatest drummers from a technical standpoint. But one thing that\u2019s hard to argue with is how creative he was when it came to writing grooves.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ringo\u2019s simple approach\u00a0didn\u2019t\u00a0mean his drum parts were boring. In fact, he often\u00a0came up with\u00a0grooves that were unique and surprisingly inventive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take \u201cShe Loves You\u201d for example. The floor tom-driven groove in the chorus was quite unusual for pop music at the time and helped give the song its punchy, energetic feel. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can also hear his creativity in \u201cHere Comes\u00a0The\u00a0Sun.\u201d The song moves through changing time signatures, yet Ringo manages to keep everything feeling natural and musical.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s\u00a0clear from the way he built drum parts that he always played with a purpose. His grooves were designed to support the structure and feel of the song.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_He_created_some_of_drummings_most_iconic_grooves\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. He created some of drumming\u2019s most iconic grooves<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I genuinely think Ringo Starr is responsible for some of the most iconic drum grooves ever recorded. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The obvious place to start is \u201cCome Together.\u201d It\u2019s one of those grooves you recognise instantly, from the very first hi-hat notes. That laid-back, slightly swampy feel has become legendary and continues to inspire drummers today.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Of course, that\u2019s just one example. Songs like \u201cTicket to Ride,\u201d \u201cHelter Skelter,\u201d and \u201cSgt. Pepper\u2019s Lonely Hearts Club Band\u201d all feature drum parts that are instantly recognisable.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What makes these grooves special is how naturally they fit the music. They never feel forced or overly complicated, yet they help define the identity of each song.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019m sure Ringo wasn\u2019t writing these parts thinking they would become iconic. But over time, they absolutely did.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">His contributions helped complete the sound of The Beatles and gave us some of the most recognisable grooves in music history.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_He_can_play_plenty_of_complex_time_signatures\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">6. He can play plenty of complex time signatures<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019ve already briefly mentioned Ringo Starr\u2019s ability to play different time signatures, but it\u2019s worth diving into a bit deeper. Honestly, it feels like he could handle just about any time signature that came his way. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A great example\u00a0is \u201cAll You Need Is Love.\u201d\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0a hugely catchy song, but the main groove is\u00a0actually played\u00a0in 7\/4, which can feel\u00a0pretty unusual\u00a0if\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0not comfortable counting it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The band also loved experimenting with songs that moved between different time signatures. \u201cHappiness Is\u00a0A\u00a0Warm Gun\u201d shifts between 9\/8 and 10\/8, while \u201cStrawberry Fields Forever\u201d includes bars of 2\/4 and 6\/8, creating that slightly dreamlike feel the song is known for.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What really stands out is how comfortable Ringo looks while playing these parts. Even with the more complex rhythms, he still finds space for interesting fills and grooves. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At a time when 4\/4 was the standard in popular music, that level of rhythmic confidence helped The Beatles push their songwriting much further.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_50906\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-50906\" class=\"wp-image-50906 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"The Beatles arrive at JFK_Airport\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-480x240.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport.jpg 1330w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-50906\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Creative Commons License by <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:The_Beatles_arrive_at_JFK_Airport.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">United Press International, photographer unknown<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_His_approach_has_inspired_generations_of_drummers\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">7. His approach has inspired generations of drummers <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s important to give Ringo Starr credit for how influential his approach to drumming has been. It\u2019s not just the parts he played, but the way he thought about them.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019ve\u00a0already mentioned how Ringo always played for the song. His drum parts\u00a0didn\u2019t\u00a0need to be overly technical;\u00a0they just needed to support the music. But the way he built grooves and fills often felt melodic and carefully placed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Starr also experimented with recording techniques. He dampened his drums with tea towels and heavily muffled the kick drum. That dead kick tone went on to inspire plenty of drummers and producers throughout the 1970s.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">His influence is huge. Players like Phil Collins and Dave Grohl have both cited him as an inspiration. He might not be everyone\u2019s favourite drummer, but there\u2019s a good chance he\u2019s your favourite drummer\u2019s favourite.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I bet in years to come,\u00a0we\u2019ll\u00a0still be talking about the Beatles, Ringo Starr, and how\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0some of the greatest artists in music.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs\u00a0&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">FAQs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Ringo_Starr_one_of_the_best_drummers_of_all_time\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is Ringo Starr one of the best drummers of all time?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ringo Starr is considered one of the best drummers of all time. His playing with the Beatles helped shape the sound of modern pop and rock music. Known for creative fills, left-handed phrasing, and precise, song-focused timing, his style has influenced generations of drummers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Ringo_Starrs_favourite_drummer\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Who is Ringo Starr&#8217;s\u00a0favourite\u00a0drummer?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ringo Starr\u2019s favourite drummer is widely cited as Jim Keltner. Ringo has called Keltner his \u201call-time hero\u201d drummer, highlighting his deep admiration for his feel and musicianship. Their long friendship and collaborations reflect that respect.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_drummers_think_of_Ringo_Starr\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">What do drummers think of Ringo Starr?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Drummers consider Ringo an influential and highly musical drummer. Many professionals praise his unique feel, creative fills, and ability to serve the song rather than overplay. His groove, timing, and originality continue to be studied and respected by drummers around the world.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts\u00a0&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Final thoughts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So,<strong> i<\/strong><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s\u00a0Ringo Starr a good drummer?<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Well, I\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0think you can be in the biggest band in the world and not be. Throughout his time with the Beatles, he created iconic grooves, memorable fills, and was an all-around entertaining performer. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019m sure there are plenty of other reasons why he\u2019s considered one of the greats. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">His feel, restraint, and musical choices still influence drummers today. 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They pretty much invented fan culture and massively influenced modern popular music. Ringo Starr played a huge role in their success, and sometimes I think he\u2019s overlooked for his role within the band.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019ve\u00a0seen plenty of drummers ask the question, \u201c<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Is Ringo Starr a good drummer?<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201d Well, I\u2019m here to tell you why he\u2019s one of the greatest of all time. In this article, we\u2019re going to break down why we love Ringo Starr's drumming. We\u2019ll cover feel, song-focused playing, unusual fills, and his left-handed approach on a right-handed kit. There are plenty of reasons why he\u2019s still one of the most loved drummers today.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">7 reasons to love Ringo Starr\u2019s drumming<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":160,\"335559739\":80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. His simple but effective approach <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s\u00a0hard to find a good place to start when talking about someone as iconic as Ringo Starr, so\u00a0let\u2019s\u00a0start from the beginning. When he joined The Beatles, Starr was already\u00a0known as one of the better drummers in Liverpool. In fact, the band sought him out because they knew exactly what he could bring to the group.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What made him stand out wasn\u2019t a flashy technique. It was his simple but effective approach to drumming. Ringo has openly said he wasn\u2019t the most technical player, but that didn\u2019t matter. His role was to play for the music, not for himself.<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The grooves are straightforward, but\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0incredibly catchy and help drive the songs forward.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. He was a left-handed drummer playing on a right-handed kit<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When Ringo Starr first started playing drums, he chose Ludwig - a go-to for many drummers. His go-to kit would later become the famous <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Ludwig-Classic-Maple-20-3pc-Downbeat-Black-Oyster\/7TTB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ludwig Downbeat in Black Oyster<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a compact setup with a classic\u00a0one-up, one-down tom configuration.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What made Ringo\u2019s playing unique, though, was his approach to the kit. Starr is naturally left-handed, yet he chose to play on a right-handed drum setup. He often led fills and accents with his left hand while still navigating a kit designed for right-handed players for grooves.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because he played the hi-hat right-handed, his hands often played the cymbals in a way that gave his grooves a slightly unusual swing. He almost looked like he was dancing behind the kit. That movement helped add feel to his playing, creating a rhythmic style that became instantly recognisable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It may simply have been a habit he developed while learning on a non-dominant setup, but it became a defining part of his sound.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. His exceptional timekeeping without stage monitors<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Of course, all drummers should have a good ability to keep time, but I don\u2019t think Ringo Starr gets enough credit for being basically a human metronome. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You have to remember that The Beatles rose to fame at a time when stage monitors didn\u2019t really exist. Most of the time, they could barely hear themselves over the crowd.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now imagine trying to keep a steady tempo while playing in front of more than 50,000 screaming fans. That\u2019s exactly what happened at Shea Stadium in New York, where the band performed to an estimated 55,600 people.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Despite that chaos, the band could rely on Ringo to keep everything locked in. His natural sense of timing helped guide the group through even their biggest live shows.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That ability was just as important in the studio. The Beatles rarely recorded to a click track and instead relied on Ringo\u2019s steady tempo to hold everything together.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[caption id=\"attachment_50905\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-50905 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/Ringo-Starr-drummer-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Ringo Starr drummer\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/> Creative Commons License by <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Ringo_Starr_drumming.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vern Barchard<\/a>[\/caption]<hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. He wrote creative grooves and fills<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I know there\u2019s plenty of debate about whether Ringo Starr is one of the greatest drummers from a technical standpoint. But one thing that\u2019s hard to argue with is how creative he was when it came to writing grooves.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ringo\u2019s simple approach\u00a0didn\u2019t\u00a0mean his drum parts were boring. In fact, he often\u00a0came up with\u00a0grooves that were unique and surprisingly inventive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take \u201cShe Loves You\u201d for example. The floor tom-driven groove in the chorus was quite unusual for pop music at the time and helped give the song its punchy, energetic feel. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can also hear his creativity in \u201cHere Comes\u00a0The\u00a0Sun.\u201d The song moves through changing time signatures, yet Ringo manages to keep everything feeling natural and musical.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s\u00a0clear from the way he built drum parts that he always played with a purpose. His grooves were designed to support the structure and feel of the song.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. He created some of drumming\u2019s most iconic grooves<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I genuinely think Ringo Starr is responsible for some of the most iconic drum grooves ever recorded. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The obvious place to start is \u201cCome Together.\u201d It\u2019s one of those grooves you recognise instantly, from the very first hi-hat notes. That laid-back, slightly swampy feel has become legendary and continues to inspire drummers today.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Of course, that\u2019s just one example. Songs like \u201cTicket to Ride,\u201d \u201cHelter Skelter,\u201d and \u201cSgt. Pepper\u2019s Lonely Hearts Club Band\u201d all feature drum parts that are instantly recognisable.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What makes these grooves special is how naturally they fit the music. They never feel forced or overly complicated, yet they help define the identity of each song.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019m sure Ringo wasn\u2019t writing these parts thinking they would become iconic. But over time, they absolutely did.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">His contributions helped complete the sound of The Beatles and gave us some of the most recognisable grooves in music history.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">6. He can play plenty of complex time signatures<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019ve already briefly mentioned Ringo Starr\u2019s ability to play different time signatures, but it\u2019s worth diving into a bit deeper. Honestly, it feels like he could handle just about any time signature that came his way. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A great example\u00a0is \u201cAll You Need Is Love.\u201d\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0a hugely catchy song, but the main groove is\u00a0actually played\u00a0in 7\/4, which can feel\u00a0pretty unusual\u00a0if\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0not comfortable counting it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The band also loved experimenting with songs that moved between different time signatures. \u201cHappiness Is\u00a0A\u00a0Warm Gun\u201d shifts between 9\/8 and 10\/8, while \u201cStrawberry Fields Forever\u201d includes bars of 2\/4 and 6\/8, creating that slightly dreamlike feel the song is known for.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What really stands out is how comfortable Ringo looks while playing these parts. Even with the more complex rhythms, he still finds space for interesting fills and grooves. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At a time when 4\/4 was the standard in popular music, that level of rhythmic confidence helped The Beatles push their songwriting much further.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[caption id=\"attachment_50906\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<img class=\"wp-image-50906 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2026\/03\/The-Beatles-arrive-at-JFK_Airport-600x300.jpg\" alt=\"The Beatles arrive at JFK_Airport\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" \/> Creative Commons License by <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:The_Beatles_arrive_at_JFK_Airport.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">United Press International, photographer unknown<\/a>[\/caption]<hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">7. His approach has inspired generations of drummers <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s important to give Ringo Starr credit for how influential his approach to drumming has been. It\u2019s not just the parts he played, but the way he thought about them.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019ve\u00a0already mentioned how Ringo always played for the song. His drum parts\u00a0didn\u2019t\u00a0need to be overly technical;\u00a0they just needed to support the music. But the way he built grooves and fills often felt melodic and carefully placed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Starr also experimented with recording techniques. He dampened his drums with tea towels and heavily muffled the kick drum. That dead kick tone went on to inspire plenty of drummers and producers throughout the 1970s.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">His influence is huge. Players like Phil Collins and Dave Grohl have both cited him as an inspiration. He might not be everyone\u2019s favourite drummer, but there\u2019s a good chance he\u2019s your favourite drummer\u2019s favourite.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I bet in years to come,\u00a0we\u2019ll\u00a0still be talking about the Beatles, Ringo Starr, and how\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0some of the greatest artists in music.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">FAQs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":160,\"335559739\":80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is Ringo Starr one of the best drummers of all time?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ringo Starr is considered one of the best drummers of all time. His playing with the Beatles helped shape the sound of modern pop and rock music. Known for creative fills, left-handed phrasing, and precise, song-focused timing, his style has influenced generations of drummers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Who is Ringo Starr's\u00a0favourite\u00a0drummer?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ringo Starr\u2019s favourite drummer is widely cited as Jim Keltner. Ringo has called Keltner his \u201call-time hero\u201d drummer, highlighting his deep admiration for his feel and musicianship. Their long friendship and collaborations reflect that respect.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">What do drummers think of Ringo Starr?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Drummers consider Ringo an influential and highly musical drummer. Many professionals praise his unique feel, creative fills, and ability to serve the song rather than overplay. His groove, timing, and originality continue to be studied and respected by drummers around the world.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Final thoughts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":160,\"335559739\":80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So,<strong> i<\/strong><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s\u00a0Ringo Starr a good drummer?<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Well, I\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0think you can be in the biggest band in the world and not be. Throughout his time with the Beatles, he created iconic grooves, memorable fills, and was an all-around entertaining performer. <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019m sure there are plenty of other reasons why he\u2019s considered one of the greats. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">His feel, restraint, and musical choices still influence drummers today. 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