On This Day in Beatles History: Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band Live at The Colosseum, Windsor – 11 July 2008
On 11 July 2008, Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at The Colosseum, situated at Caesars Windsor in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. It was the 15th show of the tenth All-Starr Band’s 29-date North American tour, which ran from June to August 2008. Ringo returned to The Colosseum on 23 July 2010 and 1 August 2019.
The Tenth All-Starr Band
- Ringo Starr — vocals, drums, percussion
- Billy Squier — vocals, guitar, bass guitar
- Colin Hay — vocals, guitar
- Hamish Stuart — vocals, bass guitar, guitar
- Gary Wright — vocals, keyboards
- Edgar Winter — vocals, keyboards, saxophone
- Gregg Bissonette — vocals, drums
The 2008 lineup brought together a strong mix of classic rock and pop artists. Colin Hay, the Australian singer-songwriter best known as the frontman of Men at Work, brought his catalogue of 1980s hits including 'Down Under' and 'Who Can It Be Now?'. Gary Wright, the British-American keyboardist known for 'Dream Weaver' and 'Love Is Alive', added a melodic rock dimension. Edgar Winter returned from the 1992 and 2006 lineups with his saxophone and keyboard work. Billy Squier, also a 2006 veteran, contributed his arena rock hits. Hamish Stuart, the Average White Band bassist and regular McCartney collaborator, anchored the low end. Gregg Bissonette — one of the most in-demand session drummers in Los Angeles — provided additional percussion alongside Ringo.
Concert Setlist
- 'It Don’t Come Easy'
- 'What Goes On'
- 'Memphis In Your Mind'
- 'Lonely Is The Night' (Billy Squier)
- 'Free Ride' (Edgar Winter)
- 'Down Under' (Colin Hay)
- 'Dream Weaver' (Gary Wright)
- 'Boys'
- 'Pick Up The Pieces' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'Liverpool 8'
- 'Act Naturally'
- 'Yellow Submarine'
- 'Overkill' (Colin Hay)
- 'Your Eyes' (Gary Wright)
- 'Frankenstein' (Edgar Winter)
- 'Never Without You'
- 'Choose Love'
- 'The Stroke' (Billy Squier)
- 'Work To Do' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'I Wanna Be Your Man'
- 'Love Is Alive' (Gary Wright)
- 'Who Can It Be Now?' (Colin Hay)
- 'Photograph'
- 'Oh My My'
- 'With A Little Help From My Friends'
- 'Give Peace A Chance'
The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor
The Colosseum is the main entertainment venue at Caesars Windsor, a hotel and casino complex on the Detroit River in Windsor, Ontario, directly across from Detroit, Michigan. With a capacity of around 5,000, it is one of the premier mid-sized concert venues in the region and has hosted major touring acts throughout its history. Its location on the Canadian side of the border makes it a natural stop for North American tours covering both the US and Canada.
On This Day in Beatles History
- Date: 11 July 2008
- Venue: The Colosseum, Caesars Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
- Tour: Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band 2008 (29 dates, June–August 2008)
- Show number: 15th of 29
- Songs performed: 26
- Band: Billy Squier, Colin Hay, Hamish Stuart, Gary Wright, Edgar Winter, Gregg Bissonette
- Subsequent Ringo shows at The Colosseum: 23 July 2010, 1 August 2019
2008 All-Starr Band Tour Dates
19 June 2008: Casino Rama, Rama, Canada
20 June 2008: Casino Rama, Rama, Canada
22 June 2008: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, USA
24 June 2008: Radio City Music Hall, New York City, USA
25 June 2008: Bank Of America Pavilion, Boston, USA
27 June 2008: PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, USA
28 June 2008: Etess Arena, Atlantic City, USA
29 June 2008: Capital One Bank Theatre, Jericho, USA
2 July 2008: Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater, USA
3 July 2008: Hard Rock Live, Hollywood, USA
5 July 2008: Beau Rivage Theatre, Biloxi, USA
6 July 2008: Wildhorse Saloon, Nashville, USA
8 July 2008: Fraze Pavilion, Kettering, USA
9 July 2008: Northern Lights Theater, Milwaukee, USA
11 July 2008: The Colosseum, Windsor, Canada
12 July 2008: Soaring Eagle Casino, Mount Pleasant, USA
13 July 2008: Charter One Pavilion, Chicago, USA
14 July 2008: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Prior Lake, USA
18 July 2008: Pend Oreille Pavilion, Airway Heights, USA
19 July 2008: Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, Woodinville, USA
22 July 2008: Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino, Lemoore, USA
24 July 2008: Mountain Winery, Saratoga, USA
25 July 2008: Silver Legacy, Reno, USA
26 July 2008: Star Of The Desert Arena, Primm, USA
27 July 2008: Humphreys Concerts By The Bay, San Diego, USA
29 July 2008: Starlight Theater, Pala, USA
31 July 2008: Dodge Theatre, Phoenix, USA
1 August 2008: Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, Indio, USA
2 August 2008: Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, USA
Explore More Beatles History
- Ringo Starr: Beatles History, Solo Career, Songs & Legacy
- July in Beatles History
- The Beatles Knowledge Hub
- 11 July in Beatles History
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Ringo Starr play The Colosseum in Windsor?
Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on 11 July 2008. He returned on 23 July 2010 and 1 August 2019.
Who was in the 2008 All-Starr Band?
The 2008 lineup featured Billy Squier, Colin Hay, Hamish Stuart, Gary Wright, Edgar Winter, and Gregg Bissonette alongside Ringo Starr.
What did Ringo Starr play at Windsor on 11 July 2008?
The 26-song set included 'It Don’t Come Easy', 'Photograph', 'Yellow Submarine', 'With A Little Help From My Friends', 'Give Peace A Chance', 'Down Under' (Colin Hay), 'Dream Weaver' (Gary Wright), and 'Frankenstein' (Edgar Winter).
Who is Colin Hay?
Colin Hay is an Australian singer-songwriter and the frontman of Men at Work, known for 'Down Under', 'Who Can It Be Now?', and 'Overkill'. He has been a regular All-Starr Band member across multiple tours.
Who is Gary Wright?
Gary Wright is a British-American singer and keyboardist best known for the 1976 hits 'Dream Weaver' and 'Love Is Alive'. He was a close friend of George Harrison and contributed to several Harrison solo albums.
Where is The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor?
The Colosseum is the main entertainment venue at Caesars Windsor, a hotel and casino on the Detroit River in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, directly across from Detroit, Michigan.
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