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Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Eagles Young Cornerback Remains Big Winner of Offseason
Eagles Young Cornerback Remains Big Winner of Offseason originally appeared on Athlon Sports. There are many reasons why the Philadelphia Eagles decided against signing cornerback Jaire Alexander as a free agent over the last few weeks. Advertisement Only one matters to former fourth-round pick Kelee Ringo. The former Georgia cornerback has looked solid in spot starts over his first two seasons in the league but has made his home as more of a special teams ace. Expectations are changing this season, though. With the departures of veterans like Darius Slay and James Bradberry, the Eagles will allow Ringo to compete for the starting cornerback job next to Quinyon Mitchell in their base defense. Ringo is getting every chance possible to win the job outright, unlike last season. Philadelphia doesn't have to give Ringo a chance to start. Instead of relying on young talent in Ringo, they could look to sign a veteran free agent who may be a lesson of a question going into the 2025 season. Advertisement The front office's actions tell a different story, though. With Jaire Alexander signing a free agent contract with the Baltimore Ravens Wednesday afternoon, it is clear that the Eagles think highly of Ringo, so much so that they want to give him every chance to win the starting job without tampering with the competition. Last season, Ringo posted a coverage grade 67.2 by Pro Football Focus. That was good for an "above-average" rating and 64th out of 222 cornerbacks. All those numbers coming in limited snaps show a player who may need more playing time to stand out. Ringo has been a clear winner for the Eagles all off-season. As training camp approaches kick-off, he seems ready to take his place in the starting lineup without any significant competition behind him. Advertisement Related: Eagles Jalen Hurts Saved Key Super Bowl Contributor Related: Lane Johnson Poised To Join Elite Group of 'Eagles for Life' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
New York Post
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Ringo Starr Radio City review: Set list, notes, where to buy tickets
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Seeing Ringo Starr live comes with expectations. The jovial former Beatle is one of the most famous human beings on the planet and his drumming contributed to countless all-timer 20th century anthems, ballads and oddities. To catch him in concert is to spend the whole night wondering 'will he sing my favorite song?' 'is he going to talk about John, Paul and George?' 'what will he close with?' So, when we entered Radio City Music Hall for his June 13 concert, The New York Post drew up a 'Ringo Bingo Card' (trademark pending). Here's what we guessed would go down over the next hour or two: 'Yellow Submarine' 'Hard Day's Night' clip Peace signs Reference to being knighted 'With A Little Help From My Friends' closer Beatles joke Surprise Paul appearance Drumming 'Octopus' Garden' Yet, as always, the shockingly youthful 84-year-old Rock Hall of Famer — did you know he turns 85 on July 7?! — surprised. For instance, we learned that he performs with an All Starr Band comprised of a hodgepodge of classic rockers from Toto, Men At Work, The Average White Band and more. And, best of all, he still sings and drums like it's 1967. So, to give you an idea of what actually went down at Ringo's live show, here's a full recap of the rockin', bucket list of an evening at Radio City. We hope you will enjoy the show (spoiler: he didn't play that 'Sgt. Pepper's' song). At 8 p.m. the mostly older crowd was seated. Baby Boomers nursed pricey beverages. Younger, less punctual crowd members such as myself, shuffled into our seats. Spirits were high. A Beatle was in the building. Moments later, the octogenarian ran onstage flashing peace . That was not on our 'Ringo Bingo Card.' Donning his trademark sunglasses and not looking a day over 45, the wily drummer turned frontman jogged into place — not exactly at a Mick Jagger-like pace but certainly speedy for someone who spent most of their career seated at a drum kit and happens to be in their mid-80s — and his dutiful band followed suit. They were Colin Hay of Men At Work, Steve Lukather of Toto, Average White Band's Hamish Stuart, ELO's Gregg Bissonette, Kansas' Warren Ham and Aerosmith's Buck Johnson. The seven of them launched into a jaunty rendition of The Beatles' 'Honey Don't' from the group's 1964 'Beatles For Sale.' It was a bit of an obscure choice to start the show but chronologically made sense. The bluesy number, accompanied by Ringo bassy vocals that sounded just like they did in the '64 studio version, served as a nice lead-in for what would be a relaxed evening full of comfort food rock and roll that's pleasing to the ear and soul. Once he got through the harmless, little ditty, the requisite showman addressed the crowd and asked 'who had tickets to last year's cancelled show?' The crowd roared. With that, the groovy good time continued with the muscly 1973 radio staple 'It' Don't Come Easy.' Although we hadn't ticked any boxes on our 'Ringo Bingo Card' this saxy, tambourine ditty was more than welcome and, for our money, might be the best single from Ringo's half-century long solo career. Time to take a seat As the final 'It Don't Come Easy' strings sounded, the Liverpudlian wonder took a seat behind his drums and let the 'All Starrs' take over. Like George Harrison in the Traveling Wilburys, this supergroup is full of frontmen that can take the reins and headline the show on their own. Up first was Lukather, who took us back to 1982 with the singalong 'Rosanna,' which had an epic sax solo built in. From there, the seven grandpa garage rock group All Starr Band took us on a lively hit parade. Hamish Stuart took center stage next and delivered the truly funky 'Pick Up The Pieces' that had the crowd take their toe-tapping to the next level. Some audience members didn't appreciate this — one person in my section yelled 'sit down' at my entire row — but that didn't let us ruin our fun. Ringo absolutely owning his drum solo was icing on the cake. The 'non-Ringo' portion of the evening concluded with Colin Hay. Radio City took a seat and the Aussie regaled us with vaudevillian one-liners about how he doesn't get recognized and spends his days waiting in line for medication…even though he's a Grammy winner. And then he effortlessly launched into a perfect version of the endlessly catchy 'Down Under' complete with yet another hook-y sax solo and a call-and-response for a crowd that couldn't wait to belt along with Hay. Hey, there's Ringo After that brief respite, the former Fab Four member returned to the spotlight and handled a perfectly serviceable cover of The Shirelles' 'Boys.' Starr followed it up with John Lennon's self-referential 'I'm The Greatest,' a song that always sounded like Lennon was channeling Starr (Ringo did say 'John wrote 'I Am The Greatest' and couldn't handle it but I could'). Not a highlight but a nice moment that was not on our Bingo Card. Once the song wrapped, we finally got ourselves a Ringo Bingo Card moment when Starr pretended to launch into 'Yesterday,' 'Day Tripper' and 'I Saw Her Standing There.' The crowd roared. Of course, the trickster cut things short and opted to play one of his own tunes. That tune was the chills-inducing 'Yellow Submarine.' Starr sounded better and more assured here than anywhere else over the course of the night. We were on a roll. Plus, that track knocked off our second box on the unofficial Ringo Bingo Card. Bye, Ringo Being 84 and touring can't be easy. Ringo — who has been performing for over 60 years — knows this better than anyone and is capable of pacing himself. So, he informed the crowd he was going to 'grab a cup of tea backstage' and passed the show off to Hamish Stuart once again. He launched into the crowd-pleasing Average White Band banger 'Cut The Cake' that segued into an impressive medley, which included drum snippets of Sly and the Family Stone's 'Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Again' (classy touch), Queen's 'We Will Rock You,' The Beatles' 'Come Together,' Grand Funk Railroad's 'We're An American Band' and Led Zeppelin's 'Immigrant Song.' This was rock and roll nirvana capped off with a go for broke drum solo to end it all. Quite a neat trick — like watching someone play 'Rock Band' on beyond expert level. What do you know, Ringo's back As the excitable audience rose to our feet to pay our respects to Buck Johnson who pulled off the impressive percussive feat, Ringo strolled back onstage and treated us to a second consecutive nautical tune: 'Octopus' Garden.' Oh, that wall of sound harmonizing that kicks in toward the end. If you're a Beatles fan, it must be witnessed live. My hair is standing on end days later typing this review thinking about how powerful the band sounded in person. In case you missed it, Ringo released a country record this past January. To pay homage to his 21st studio album, he played just one song, the plaintive 'Look Up,' which started slow before picking up halfway through and leading to the strummy 1974 yacht rocker 'No No Song.' It's a cute trifle but also made me realize something. Did Ringo's staccato vocals pave the way for David Byrne, DEVO, The B-52s and LCD Soundsystem? Before letting my mind wander too long, Colin Hay brought me back into the present with with his sensual 'Overkill' off 1983's 'Cargo.' I can't speak for everyone in the building but my section was here for this mini Men at Work greatest hits concert folded into a Ringo show. Immediately after, it was Lukather's turn to do his thing again and tricked us before leading into 'Africa' by dropping a horrible 'experimental jazz' song. Oddly enough, the ironic fan favorite didn't get the roar it deserved. Neither did the spot-on cover of The Isley Brothers' 'Work To Do' led by Hamish Stuart. Just as it seemed the crowd was slowing — whole swaths of sections were staying seated — Ringo brought us back with 1963's skiffle-y 'I Wanna Be Your Man.' It won't make the show's 'best of' but was certainly a good time. Then, Hay kept folks on their feet with the timeless, slinky 'Who Can It Be Now.' Try listening to that one and get it out of your head. It's impossible. Toto became the main event once more right after and dropped the always welcome 'Hold The Line.' This night really was like if classic rock radio came to technicolor life by multi-instrumentalist and vocalist virtuosos. Everyone on the stage filled in where needed. It's not hard to see why Ringo recruited this lineup: they're a great team of ego-free utility men only concerned with putting on a great show. The rest of the night belonged to Ringo To close the evening, Ringo went full Paul McCartney and gave us his most frontman self. That meant an emphatic, impassioned performance of 'Photograph.' Live, the song was equal parts gorgeous and cheese. In short, it's nostalgia wrapped up into a four-minute pop song. Knowing the night was coming to a close, I consulted the always trusty Set List FM and headed to the exit here. Ya gotta beat the crowd. While ambling to the back, Ringo busted out the silly, barroom-ready, country western 'Act Naturally.' Hard not to smile through that one…nor the night's finale, the rousing 'With a Little Help From My Friends.' There was not a dry eye in the house as Starr warbled through the Just like that, my Ringo Bingo Card was complete (although we didn't get a surprise Paul appearance, 'Hard Day's Night' clip or reference to being knighted) and the perfect evening concluded with a 'Give Peace A Chance' outro. No encore necessary. Final verdict You might not believe it based on how much ink was spilled here but this show flew by. These workmanlike vets know how to put on a show for folks of all ages who want to party but also get home before 10:30. If you're a Beatles fan, make sure you see Ringo live even if 'It Don't Come Easy.' Right now, he's as sprightly as ever at almost 85 but who knows how long he'll be at this level? Pay your respects the drumming giant before it's too late. Ringo Starr tour schedule A complete calendar including all North American tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found below. Bourbon and Beyond Festival This September, the former Beatle will lend his talents to the annual Louisville, KY four-day musical extravaganza. Fellow headliners on the bill this year include Phish, Jack White, Foreigner, Pat Benatar and Alabama Shakes to name just a few. Want to be there? You can grab single and multi-day Bourbon and Beyond Festival tickets here. Ringo Starr Radio City set list Based on our findings at Set List FM, here's what Ringo and co. performed at Radio City Music Hall on Friday, June 13. 01.) 'Honey Don't' (Carl Perkins cover/Beatles song) 02.) 'It Don't Come Easy' (Ringo Starr song) 03.) 'Rosanna' (Toto cover) 04.) 'Pick Up the Pieces' (Average White Band cover) 05.) 'Down Under' (Men at Work cover) 06.) 'Boys' (The Shirelles cover) 07.) 'I'm the Greatest' (John Lennon cover) 08.) 'Yellow Submarine' (The Beatles cover) 09.) 'Cut the Cake' (Average White Band cover) 10.) 'Octopus's Garden' (The Beatles cover) 11.) 'Look Up' (Ringo Starr song) 12.) 'No No Song' (Hoyt Axton song) 13.) 'Overkill' (Men at Work cover) 14.) 'Africa' (Toto cover) 15.) 'Work to Do' (The Isley Brothers cover) 16.) 'I Wanna Be Your Man' (The Beatles cover) 17.) 'Who Can It Be Now?' (Men at Work cover) 18.) 'Hold the Line' (Toto cover) 19.) 'Photograph' (Ringo Starr song) 20.) 'Act Naturally' (Johnny Russell son) 19.) 'With a Little Help From My Friends' (The Beatles cover) Ringo Starr new music 'Look Up,' Ringo's 21st studio album, hit shelves on Jan. 10, 2025. The country record is made up of 11 lively, occasionally emotional tracks that sometimes rip and sometimes tug at your heartstrings. Sure, it's a bit odd to hear a lad from Liverpool over plucky Americana but Starr makes it work. Standouts here include the earthy, stripped-down 'Breathless' (feat. bluegrass wunderkind Billy Strings), the melancholy 'Time On My Hands,' smoldering 'Rosetta,' square dance ready 'You Want Some' and syrupy sweet 'Come Back' duet with Lucius who complement Ringo beautifully. Stick around for 'Can You Hear Me Call,' too. Flashes of The Beatles can be heard if you listen closely enough. Wanna give the record a spin? You can look up 'Look Up' here. All Starr Band members Starr's All Starrs all have very impressive resumes. To make sure you're in the loop, here's who you can expect to see onstage with Ringo when you see him live next summer. Colin Hay might look and sound familiar. In addition to playing with Ringo, he also fronted the popular group Men At Work. Steve Lukather did a little bit of everything when he played with Toto. Most notably, he served as the 'Hold The Line' group's singer and guitarist. Gregg Bissonette drums. He also gets around. You may have seen him and his kit onstage with Spinal Tap, The David Lee Roth Band, or Electric Light Orchestra. Hamish Stuart was the bassist for the Average White Band. He also played alongside the Paul McCartney Band. Warren Ham has played multiple instruments for multiple iconic classic rock outfits including Kansas, Toto. He's also jammed on tour with Donna Summer and Olivia Newton-John. Buck Johnson made his bones playing with Aerosmith and acting as their keyboardist, backing vocalist and acoustic guitarist. He's also performed with the supergroup Hollywood Vampires and his country band Whiskey Falls. Classic rockers on tour in 2025 Many of your favorites from yesteryear are back at it again this year and next. Here are just six (!) of our favorite can't-miss classic rock heroes you won't want to miss live in the neat future. • Paul Simon • Neil Young • Yusuf/Cat Stevens • Jackson Browne • Stevie Nicks Not enough nostalgia for you? Check out our list of all the biggest classic rockers on tour in 2025 to find the show that makes the most sense for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
These Eagles stood out at OTAs − and these didn't, including a safety vying to start
PHILADELPHIA − There was little chance that the Eagles would get answers during the spring practices on some of their most burning questions at the few open positions that they have. That was especially true this year because the Eagles shortened their organized team activities to six sessions over two weeks instead of the maximum of 10 over three weeks. In addition, the Eagles had only one mandatory minicamp workout, as opposed to a maximum of three. Advertisement Still, there was plenty to glean from players who stood out in the three practices open in their entirety to the media − and those who did not. But the Eagles aren't ready to answer who the starter is at right guard; at outside cornerback opposite of Quinyon Mitchell; at safety next to Reed Blankenship; or at linebacker next to Zack Baun if Nakobe Dean and/or rookie Jihaad Campbell aren't ready for Week 1. Those battles, no doubt, will pick up in intensity when training camp begins on July 22. SAQUON TALKS: Saquon Barkley takeaways: Eagles RB talks retirement, and why he had to 'sit my(self) down' Advertisement LUZARDO'S LESSON: What Phillies' Jesus Luzardo taught phenom Andrew Painter about handling 2 dreadful starts "We don't have to make any of those decisions quite yet," Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said when asked about the right guard battle. "We have a lot of football to practice, a lot of football to play, and obviously, a big part of the offensive line and the evaluation of the offensive line comes in pads. "That doesn't mean we're not evaluating them like crazy right now. But a big part of that's going to come when we put the pads on." Here, then, is a look at the players who stood out during the spring − and those who need to step it up when training camp begins: Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jahan Dotson (2) receives a pass during a practice drill at NovaCare Complex during mandatory minicamp on June 10, 2025. Eagles standouts in OTAs, minicamp Terrace Marshall, wide receiver: We know that the top three wide receivers will be A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith and Jahan Dotson. But Marshall, a 2021 second-round pick of the Panthers who spent last season bouncing around the 49ers and Raiders practice squads, has been perhaps the most impressive wide receiver so far. He could challenge either 2024 draftee Ainias Smith or Johnny Wilson for a roster spot. Kelee Ringo, cornerback: Adoree Jackson called Ringo "a freak of nature" earlier this spring, and Ringo certainly showed that he will be in contention to start at outside cornerback. On one play, Ringo broke up a pass in the end zone intended for Marshall. The grain-of-salt part comes with the fact that both Brown and Smith participated only in team drills, on a limited basis, in the one minicamp practice. Jalyx Hunt, edge rusher: Hunt got plenty of first-team reps with Nolan Smith sitting out team drills as he recovers from a torn triceps suffered during the Super Bowl. But Hunt showed that he's getting only better after a strong finish to his rookie season. After one rush in minicamp, Hunt had left tackle Jordan Mailata swearing at himself. Kyle McCord, quarterback: The Eagles have drafted quarterbacks in late rounds or even signed as undrafted free agent in the past. But none, including current backup Tanner McKee, looked as poised in their first minicamp as McCord. His one TD pass to tight end Nick Muse (watch out for him, too) was thrown on a line, only where Muse could catch it, as he had a defender all over him. McCord should pass Dorian Thompson-Robinson as the third QB in training camp − if he hasn't already. Jahan Dotson, wide receiver: Dotson's status as the third wide receiver was never in doubt. But Dotson is clearly much more comfortable in the offense, building off his strong playoff performances. If that continues through training camp, Dotson should be more of a factor this season than he was last season, when he had just 19 receptions. Jeremiah Trotter, linebacker: This is almost by default since both Dean and Campbell might not be ready for Week 1. But how Trotter performs, as well as rookie Smael Mondon, could influence whether the Eagles sign a veteran free agent to play next to Zack Baun. "I think his overall feel for the game (is better)," Baun said about Trotter. "He's always had the instincts, but being in this scheme for a year (helps)." Eagles offensive lineman Tyler Steen (56) joins other members of the offense in warmups as the Philadelphia Eagles work out in preparation for the Super Bowl at the NovaCare Complex in Philadelphia, Pa. Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. Eagles who need to step up in camp Tyler Steen/Kenyon Green, right guard: Perhaps it's expecting too much for one player to separate himself in the spring, considering that the Eagles aren't in pads. But Steen, the front-runner, was called for a false start on one minicamp snap, drawing the ire of OL coach Jeff Stoutland. And Green, the former first-round pick who was acquired in the C.J. Gardner-Johnson deal, was getting some work with the third team at left guard. If one of them doesn't grab the spot in training camp, look to veteran Matt Pryor or perhaps rookie center Drew Kendall. Brett Toth, center: With Cam Jurgens recovering from back surgery, Toth got the first-team reps at center. It didn't go particularly well as he bounced two snaps to Jalen Hurts, thus killing the plays. The Eagles drafted Kendall as a backup center, so keep an eye on the second-team battle in training camp. It appears to be Kendall's to lose. Advertisement Celebrate the Eagles' Super Bowl win with our new book Sydney Brown, safety: Like at right guard, Brown did not separate from second-round pick Andrew Mukuba. Brown fell down on one play in minicamp, leading to a completion at the sideline. Keep in mind that defensive coordinator Vic Fangio said nickel Cooper DeJean could play safety when the Eagles are in base defense about 15% of the time. Mukuba still has a lot to learn, so this battle will intensify in camp. Ainias Smith, wide receiver: Smith has looked better this spring than he did as an overmatched rookie last season. But the Eagles brought in more competition at wide receiver. And they'd like to limit DeJean's touches as a punt returner. They couldn't trust Smith to do it last season, and they brought in Avery Williams this spring to contend for that role. This is a big camp for Smith. Contact Martin Frank at mfrank@ Follow on X @Mfranknfl. Read his coverage of the Eagles' championship season in 'Flying High,' a new hardcover coffee-table book from Delaware Online/The News Journal. Details at This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Eagles who stood out and those who didn't during OTAs, minicamp
Daily Mirror
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Ringo Starr admits 'I didn't practice' on drums but still improved as musician
Beatle Ringo Starr admits he only likes to be on drums when there is an audience Ringo Starr has insisted he got by with help from his friends when it comes to drumming. The Beatle says he didn't become a top drummer through practice, but simply by constant performing with pals. The Fab Four beat man described prepping moves at his home alone as 'boring" and never took lessons. Ringo, 84, admitted that his work behind the kit improved because he just went out and played shows. And at that started as a teenager working in a school equipment factory playing with pals to workers during lunch breaks. Asked whether he spent hours in his bedroom or having lessons to become so good behind the kit, Ringo confessed: 'I didn't. I hate practicing. 'I hated sitting there. I tried it when I first got the kit upstairs in the back room like in all those movies that were made. And it was the most boring thing ever. "I did all my learning with other musicians, other bands. I was lucky because there were a lot of us around and we weren't all great players. We were all learning. 'So I learned everything with everyone else at that time in Liverpool." Ringo got lucky by having pals who loved to do jam sessions during lunchtimes at their local factory. 'But I was lucky in the factory. The guy who lived next door to me in the street worked in the factory. He was Eddie Miles, a great guitarist. He's just one of those guys, who could play anything. And my best friend Roy had made a tea chest bass and I had a snare drum and brushes. 'And we used to play to the men at lunchtime in the basement. And that's how I started. And now look at me.' Ringo recalled to AXS TV in the US how he had a great well respected role as a drummer with a bigger band than The Beatles in the early 1960s. Ringo did the rhythms for Rory Storm And The Hurricanes, who were Liverpool's top act with bigger audiences and respect than John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Pete Best. But Ringo boasted that he adored their work and would always be in the audience cheering them at gig. "I loved them from Germany where we met really. We were playing as Rory and Hurricanes and the Beatles on the same club. And I loved John, Paul and George. I just loved that front line and I'd be there for the last gig just sitting there watching the front line requesting songs. "So when they asked me to join I had no hesitation, but people did say, 'are you going to leave Rory?; I said, 'yeah, yeah, I'm going to leave and make a step up' Ringo and his All Starr Band have announced a run of autumn tour dates, built around a six date residency at The Venetian in Las Vegas.
News18
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ringo Starr's Hilarious Reaction To The Beatles' 2025 Grammy Win: 'My God, They Voted For Us?'
Ahead of his 85th birthday, Ringo Starr reflected on his legendary career. 'I don't really like to read my age,' he says candidly. But it was his hilarious reaction to winning a Grammy in 2025 that will get you. Watch the video to hear Ringo's thoughts on the win, embracing changes with AI and much more. bollywood news | entertainment news live | latest bollywood news | bollywood | news18 | n18oc_moviesLiked the video? Please press the thumbs up icon and leave a comment. Subscribe to Showsha YouTube channel and never miss a video: Showsha on Instagram: Showsha on Facebook: Showsha on X: Showsha on Snapchat: entertainment and lifestyle news and updates on:
