On This Day in Beatles History: Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band Live at Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach – 4 July 2012

On 4 July 2012, Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at the Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach, Alabama, USA. It was the 16th show of the 12th All-Starr Band’s 26-date North American tour, which ran through June and July 2012. The Independence Day concert featured a 26-song set and closed, as had become customary, with ‘Give Peace A Chance’.

What Happened on 4 July 2012?

The Orange Beach concert was the 16th of 26 dates on the 2012 North American tour, following a show at the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater in Alabama the previous day and preceding dates in Atlanta and Nashville. The Wharf Amphitheater is an outdoor venue on the Intracoastal Waterway in Orange Beach, on the Gulf Coast of Alabama, and the Independence Day setting gave the show a festive atmosphere.

The 12th All-Starr Band

The 12th All-Starr Band was one of the most musically cohesive lineups in the history of the touring project, featuring musicians with deep roots in classic rock and strong individual identities as performers. The full band was:

• Ringo Starr — vocals, drums, percussion, keyboards
• Steve Lukather — vocals, guitar
• Gregg Rolie — vocals, organ, keyboards
• Todd Rundgren — vocals, guitar, harmonica, bass, percussion, keyboards
• Richard Page — vocals, bass guitar
• Mark Rivera — vocals, saxophone, percussion, keyboards, guitar
• Warren Ham — vocals, saxophone, harmonica, flute, percussion, keyboards
• Gregg Bissonette — vocals, drums

Steve Lukather is the lead guitarist and a founding member of Toto, the Los Angeles rock group whose 1982 album Toto IV won six Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. Toto’s hits ‘Rosanna’, ‘Africa’, and ‘Hold The Line’ all featured in the All-Starr setlist. Lukather is also one of the most prolific session guitarists in recording history, having played on an estimated 1,500 albums, including Michael Jackson’s Thriller (1982) and Beat It.

Gregg Rolie was a founding member of both Santana and Journey. He played organ and sang lead on Santana’s early recordings, including ‘Evil Ways’ and ‘Black Magic Woman’/‘Gypsy Queen’ — all of which featured in the All-Starr setlist. He was also a founding member of Journey, singing lead on their early albums before Steve Perry joined the group. Rolie’s presence in the All-Starr Band gave the lineup a direct connection to two of the most significant bands in classic rock history.

Todd Rundgren returned for his second All-Starr Band tour, having previously appeared with the second All-Starr Band in 1992. His contributions to the 2012 setlist included ‘I Saw The Light’, ‘Bang The Drum All Day’, and ‘Love Is The Answer’.

Richard Page also returned for his second All-Starr tour, having appeared with the 11th All-Starr Band in 2011. His Mr. Mister hits ‘Kyrie’, ‘Broken Wings’, and ‘You Are Mine’ all featured in the setlist.

Mark Rivera and Gregg Bissonette were both All-Starr Band veterans, having appeared on multiple previous tours. Rivera’s multi-instrumental versatility and Bissonette’s drumming provided the backbone of the band’s live sound.

Warren Ham is an American multi-instrumentalist who has been a regular member of the All-Starr Band across numerous tours, providing saxophone, harmonica, flute, and additional vocals.

The Concert Setlist

• ‘Matchbox’
• ‘It Don’t Come Easy’
• ‘Wings’
• ‘I Saw The Light’ (Todd Rundgren)
• ‘Evil Ways’ (Gregg Rolie)
• ‘Rosanna’ (Steve Lukather)
• ‘Kyrie’ (Richard Page)
• ‘Don’t Pass Me By’
• ‘Bang The Drum All Day’ (Todd Rundgren)
• ‘Boys’
• ‘Yellow Submarine’
• ‘Black Magic Woman’ (Gregg Rolie)
• ‘Gypsy Queen’ (Gregg Rolie)
• ‘Anthem’
• ‘I’m The Greatest’
• ‘You Are Mine’ (Richard Page)
• ‘Africa’ (Steve Lukather)
• ‘I Wanna Be Your Man’
• ‘Everybody’s Everything’ (Gregg Rolie)
• ‘Love Is The Answer’ (Todd Rundgren)
• ‘Broken Wings’ (Richard Page)
• ‘Hold The Line’ (Steve Lukather)
• ‘Photograph’
• ‘Act Naturally’
• ‘With A Little Help From My Friends’
• ‘Give Peace A Chance’

The 2012 All-Starr Band Tour

The 26-date 2012 North American tour ran from 14 June to 21 July 2012. The full schedule was:

• 14 June 2012: Avalon Theatre, Niagara Falls, Canada
• 15 June 2012: Avalon Theatre, Niagara Falls, Canada
• 16 June 2012: Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel, USA
• 17 June 2012: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, USA
• 19 June 2012: Bank of America Pavilion, Boston, USA
• 20 June 2012: American Music Theatre, Lancaster, USA
• 22 June 2012: Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh, USA
• 23 June 2012: Circus Maximus Theater, Atlantic City, USA
• 24 June 2012: Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore, USA
• 26 June 2012: State Theatre, Easton, USA
• 27 June 2012: Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown, USA
• 29 June 2012: St Augustine Amphitheatre, St Augustine, USA
• 30 June 2012: Hard Rock Live, Hollywood, USA
• 1 July 2012: Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater, USA
• 3 July 2012: Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, Tuscaloosa, USA
• 4 July 2012: Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach, USA
• 6 July 2012: Fox Theatre, Atlanta, USA
• 7 July 2012: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, USA
• 8 July 2012: Horseshoe Casino, Hammond, USA
• 11 July 2012: USANA Health Sciences Amphitheatre, West Valley City, USA
• 13 July 2012: Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Spokane, USA
• 14 July 2012: Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, Woodinville, USA
• 15 July 2012: McMenamins Edgefield, Troutdale, USA
• 17 July 2012: Mountain Winery, Saratoga, USA
• 19 July 2012: Humphreys Concerts By The Bay, San Diego, USA
• 21 July 2012: Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, USA

On This Day in Beatles History

• Date: 4 July 2012
• Event: Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at the Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach, Alabama
• Tour night: 16th of 26 dates on the 2012 North American tour
• Setlist: 26 songs, closing with ‘Give Peace A Chance’
• Band: Ringo Starr, Steve Lukather, Gregg Rolie, Todd Rundgren, Richard Page, Mark Rivera, Warren Ham, Gregg Bissonette

Explore More Beatles History

• Ringo Starr: Solo Career and All-Starr Band
• The Beatles Timeline 1956–1970
• Ringo Starr All-Starr Band: Tour History
• Give Peace A Chance: John Lennon’s Anthem

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Ringo Starr perform at the Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach?

Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at the Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach, Alabama, on 4 July 2012. It was the 16th show of their 26-date 2012 North American tour.

Who was in the 12th All-Starr Band?

The 12th All-Starr Band comprised Ringo Starr, Steve Lukather, Gregg Rolie, Todd Rundgren, Richard Page, Mark Rivera, Warren Ham, and Gregg Bissonette.

Who is Steve Lukather?

Steve Lukather is the lead guitarist and a founding member of Toto, whose 1982 album Toto IV won six Grammy Awards. He is also one of the most prolific session guitarists in history, having played on Michael Jackson’s Thriller and an estimated 1,500 other albums.

Who is Gregg Rolie?

Gregg Rolie was a founding member of both Santana and Journey. He played organ and sang lead on Santana’s early recordings including ‘Evil Ways’ and ‘Black Magic Woman’, and was a founding member of Journey before Steve Perry joined the group.

What songs did Toto members perform at the Orange Beach concert?

Steve Lukather performed ‘Rosanna’, ‘Africa’, and ‘Hold The Line’ — all Toto hits — at the Wharf Amphitheater show on 4 July 2012.

How many dates was the 2012 All-Starr Band tour?

The 2012 All-Starr Band tour ran for 26 dates across North America between 14 June and 21 July 2012.