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| Released | 13 October 2023 | |||
| Studio | Home studio (Los Angeles) | |||
| Genre | Rock | |||
| Length | 14:50 | |||
| Label | Universal Music Enterprises | |||
| Producer | Ringo Starr | |||
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"I've loved EPs since they first came out in the ’60s. And then I heard the kids are making EPs and thought, 'That's good!'"
—Starr on recording a series of EPs[1]
Rewind Forward is the fourth EP by English singer-songwriter Ringo Starr, released on CD, cassette, 10" vinyl and digital platforms on 13 October 2023.[2][3] It includes the song "Feeling the Sunlight", written by Paul McCartney.[3][4][5]
Composition
[edit]Starr wrote the EP's title track with engineer and frequent co-writer Bruce Sugar, and stated: "We've been writing a song now for every EP."[2] The opening track on the EP, "Shadows on the Wall", was written by Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams, members of Starr's All-Starr Band and members of the rock band Toto.[3] Paul McCartney, formerly a member of the Beatles alongside Starr, wrote the track "Feeling the Sunlight". The final track on the EP, "Miss Jean", was written by former Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers members Benmont Tench and Mike Campbell, along with Ian Hunter.
Regarding the EP's title, Starr stated:
"Rewind Forward" was something I said out of the blue — it's just one of those lines like "A Hard Day's Night". It just came to me. But it doesn't really make sense. I was trying to explain it to myself and the best I can tell you about what it means is: Sometimes when you want to go forward you have to go back first.[2]
Recording
[edit]Recording sessions mainly occurred in 2023. "Shadows on the Wall", "Rewind Forward" and "Miss Jean" were recorded at Starr's home studio in Los Angeles, California, while "Feeling the Sunlight" was primarily recorded in the UK.[3]
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Shadows on the Wall" | 3:30 | |
| 2. | "Feeling the Sunlight" | Paul McCartney | 3:06 |
| 3. | "Rewind Forward" |
| 3:30 |
| 4. | "Miss Jean" | 4:44 | |
| Total length: | 14:50 | ||
Personnel
[edit]- Ringo Starr – vocals, drums, percussion (all tracks)
- Steve Lukather – guitar (1)
- Joseph Williams – backing vocals (1)
- Torrance Klein – bass guitar (1)
- Paul McCartney – backing vocals, bass guitar, electric guitar, keyboards, zither (2)
- Bruce Sugar – keyboards (3)
- Joe Walsh, Steve Dudas – guitar (3)
- Kipp Lennon, Marky Lennon – backing vocals (3)
- Matt Bissonette – bass guitar (3)
- Mike Campbell – backing vocals, guitar (both on 4)
- Benmont Tench – piano (4)
- Lance Morrison – bass guitar (4)
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Austrian Albums (Ö3 Austria)[6] | 64 |
| Japanese Hot Albums (Billboard Japan)[7] | 67 |
| Swiss Albums (Schweizer Hitparade)[8] | 35 |
References
[edit]- ^ Sherman, Maria (28 September 2023). "Ringo Starr on Rewind Forward, writing country music, the AI-assisted final Beatles track and more". Entertainment. Associated Press. Retrieved 28 September 2023.
- ^ a b c Rolli, Bryan (22 August 2023). "Ringo Starr Announces Next EP, 'Rewind Forward'". Ultimate Classic Rock. Retrieved 22 August 2023.
- ^ a b c d Sexton, Paul (22 August 2023). "Ringo Starr Announces 'Rewind Forward' As Fourth Release In His EP Series". UDiscover Music. Retrieved 22 August 2023.
- ^ Coffman, Tim (22 August 2023). "Ringo Starr announces EP 'Rewind Forward'". Far Out. Retrieved 23 August 2023.
- ^ Dunworth, Liberty (23 August 2023). "Ringo Starr announces new EP, featuring contributions from Paul McCartney". NME. Retrieved 23 August 2023.
- ^ "Austriancharts.at – Ringo Starr – Rewind Forward" (in German). Hung Medien. Retrieved 25 October 2023.
- ^ "Billboard Japan Hot Albums – Week of October 18, 2023". Billboard Japan (in Japanese). Retrieved 18 October 2023.
- ^ "Swisscharts.com – Ringo Starr – Rewind Forward". Hung Medien. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
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Rewind Forward
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Rewind Forward is the fourth extended play (EP) by English musician Ringo Starr, released on 13 October 2023 through Universal Music Enterprises.[1] The EP features four original songs—"Shadows on the Wall", "Feeling the Sunlight", "Rewind Forward", and "Miss Jean"—the title track co-written by Starr with producer Bruce Sugar and the others composed by various collaborators including Paul McCartney, with recording at Starr's home studio in Los Angeles, except for "Feeling the Sunlight" which was tracked by Paul McCartney in the United Kingdom.[1]
The project marks Starr's continued output in a series of EPs following Zoom In (2021), Change the World (2021), and EP3 (2022), emphasizing themes of peace, positivity, and personal reflection through upbeat rock arrangements.[2] Notable collaborations include McCartney, who composed "Feeling the Sunlight" specifically for Starr—the first such contribution in over four decades—alongside contributions from Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh, Toto's Steve Lukather and Joe Williams on "Shadows on the Wall", and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers members Mike Campbell and Benmont Tench on "Miss Jean".[3] Additional musicians such as Steve Dudas, Lance Morrison, Matt Bissonette, and the Lennon brothers (Kip and Marky) round out the ensemble, blending Starr's signature drumming with a mix of veteran rock talent.[1]
Released in digital, CD, cassette, and 10-inch vinyl formats, Rewind Forward coincided with the final date of Starr's All Starr Band fall tour, underscoring his ongoing commitment to live performance and new music at age 83.[1] The EP received positive reception for its melodic hooks and optimistic lyrics, with critics noting it as a vibrant addition to Starr's post-Beatles catalog that bridges his past influences with contemporary production.[4]
Total length: 14:50[23]
Background
Development
In August 2023, Ringo Starr announced Rewind Forward as his fourth extended play release since 2021, positioning it as a direct follow-up to his previous EP, EP3, which came out in September 2022, with an initial release date set for October 13, 2023.[2][5][6] Starr has expressed a strong preference for the EP format over full-length albums, citing its brevity and alignment with the concise singles and EPs popular in the 1960s during his time with the Beatles, as well as its compatibility with contemporary trends toward shorter, more immediate music releases.[7][8] This approach allows for quicker production cycles and focused creative bursts, reflecting Starr's desire to maintain a steady output without the demands of a traditional album.[8] The project emerged amid Starr's increased productivity following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, when he shifted to home-based recording and began issuing EPs annually, marking a creative surge that continued through Rewind Forward and into his subsequent 2024 EP, Crooked Boy.[9][10] To establish the EP's collaborative spirit from the outset, Starr early on reached out to key figures including Paul McCartney, who contributed a new song, and members of his All-Starr Band to help shape the material.[6][11][12]Writing and inspiration
The songwriting for Rewind Forward emphasized collaboration among Ringo Starr's longtime associates and musical peers, resulting in an EP clocking in at 14:50 that blends pop-rock elements with Starr's characteristic upbeat vibe.[13] The title track, "Rewind Forward," was co-written by Starr and his engineer Bruce Sugar, drawing from Starr's personal philosophy of reflecting on the past to embrace the future, akin to his earlier "Ringoisms" like those in "A Hard Day's Night," while infusing themes of optimism and progress in a post-pandemic context.[1][4][8] "Shadows on the Wall" was penned by Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams, both members of Toto and Starr's All-Starr Band, inspired by their shared touring experiences and a narrative of resilience amid life's uncertainties.[4][1] The song's lyrics explore perseverance, reflecting the collaborative spirit of the All-Starr ensemble where bandmates draw from collective road stories to craft motivational rock anthems.[12] Paul McCartney composed "Feeling the Sunlight" specifically for Starr during UK sessions, incorporating personal motifs of hope, renewal, and a connection to nature, evoking the warmth of sunlight as a metaphor for emerging from isolation.[4][14] McCartney delivered a fully realized demo via FaceTime collaboration, which Starr then personalized with his drumming, highlighting their enduring Beatles-era bond in fostering positive, lighthearted themes.[1][15] The closing track, "Miss Jean," was written by Benmont Tench and Mike Campbell, channeling rock storytelling traditions with subtle references to the writers' personal anecdotes from their careers in Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.[4] The song's bluesy structure and narrative drive pay homage to classic rock influences like Chuck Berry, emphasizing vivid character sketches and emotional depth drawn from lived experiences.[6][16]Production
Recording
The recording sessions for Rewind Forward took place primarily in 2023 at Ringo Starr's home studio in Los Angeles, California, allowing for efficient and collaborative production in a relaxed environment.[1][3] The EP's title track was previewed as a lead single on August 25, 2023, with the full project completed by early October ahead of its October 13 release.[2][5] Produced by Ringo Starr and longtime collaborator Bruce Sugar, who also handled recording and mixing duties, the sessions emphasized a live band atmosphere to capture authentic energy.[17][18] Starr contributed drums and vocals with minimal overdubs where possible, often building tracks around core band performances before adding select guest elements.[1] One exception to the Los Angeles-based sessions was "Feeling the Sunlight," where Paul McCartney recorded his bass, guitar, keyboards, zither, and backing vocals remotely from his studio in England; Starr later overdubbed drums onto McCartney's initial demo, replacing McCartney's temporary drums, to integrate it into the EP's sound.[1][19][20] This home studio setup facilitated quick remote contributions from other guests, such as McCartney, enabling seamless collaboration without requiring in-person travel.[1]Personnel
Ringo Starr provided vocals, drums, and percussion on all tracks of Rewind Forward.[1] Track-specific contributions include Steve Lukather on guitar for "Shadows on the Wall"[21] and Joseph Williams on backing vocals for the same track.[21] Paul McCartney contributed bass, guitar, keyboards, zither, backing vocals, and composition to "Feeling the Sunlight".[1][21][20] Mike Campbell contributed guitar and backing vocals to "Miss Jean"[21], while Benmont Tench provided piano for the same track.[21] Kipp Lennon and Marky Lennon contributed backing vocals to "Rewind Forward".[21] Additional musicians involved across the EP include Joe Walsh and Steve Dudas on guitar for "Rewind Forward", Lance Morrison on bass, Matt Bissonette on drums and backing vocals, Torrance Klein on bass for "Shadows on the Wall", and Weston Wilson on various instruments.[1] Bruce Sugar handled production and keyboards.[1] Technical staff consisted of Chris Bellman on mastering, Vartan on art direction, Josh Graham on design, and Scott Ritchie on photography.[22]Musical content
Track listing
The EP Rewind Forward by Ringo Starr features four original tracks, sequenced in the following order with their respective songwriters and durations.[1]| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Shadows on the Wall" | Steve Lukather, Joseph Williams | 3:30 |
| 2. | "Feeling the Sunlight" | Paul McCartney | 3:06 |
| 3. | "Rewind Forward" | Ringo Starr, Bruce Sugar | 3:30 |
| 4. | "Miss Jean" | Mike Campbell | 4:44 |