Thursday 15 June 2023 | Live Performance | Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, California, USA
On Thursday 15 June 2023, Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, California, USA — the 20th show of the 15th All-Starr Band's North American tour, which lasted for 43 dates between May and October 2023.
During the final songs, 'With A Little Help From My Friends' and 'Give Peace A Chance', they were joined by Howard Jones, Jim Keltner, David Paich, and Benmont Tench.
Starr had previously performed at the Greek Theatre on 3 and 4 September 1989, 11 and 12 August 1992, 18 and 19 August 1995, 2 August 2008, 7 August 2010, 21 July 2012, 19 July 2014, 2 July 2016, 29 September 2018, and 1 September 2019. He returned there on 8 September 2024.
The 15th All-Starr Band
- Ringo Starr: vocals, drums, percussion
- Steve Lukather: vocals, guitar, bass guitar
- Colin Hay: vocals, guitar
- Edgar Winter: vocals, keyboards, saxophone
- Hamish Stuart: vocals, bass guitar, guitar
- Warren Ham: vocals, saxophone, harmonica, flute, percussion, keyboards
- Gregg Bissonette: vocals, drums, trumpet
Steve Lukather was the guitarist and vocalist of Toto, known for 'Rosanna' (1982), 'Africa' (1982), and 'Hold the Line' (1978) — appearing in his fourth All-Starr Band tour. Colin Hay was the vocalist and guitarist of Men at Work, known for 'Down Under' (1981), 'Who Can It Be Now?' (1981), and 'Overkill' (1983) — appearing in his third All-Starr Band tour. Edgar Winter was returning for his fourth All-Starr Band appearance, known for 'Free Ride' (1972) and 'Frankenstein' (1973). Hamish Stuart was the bassist and vocalist of the Average White Band, known for 'Pick Up the Pieces' (1974) and 'Cut the Cake' (1975), and had previously played with Paul McCartney on the 1989–1993 world tours. Gregg Bissonette was appearing in his fourth consecutive All-Starr Band tour.
The guest appearances during the finale were notable: Howard Jones was a British synth-pop artist known for 'Things Can Only Get Better' (1985); Jim Keltner was one of the most celebrated session drummers in rock history, who had played on John Lennon's Imagine (1971) and George Harrison's All Things Must Pass (1970); David Paich was a founding member and keyboardist of Toto; and Benmont Tench was the keyboardist of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
→ Steve Lukather: Toto, Solo Career & All-Starr Band
→ Colin Hay: Men at Work, Solo Career & All-Starr Band
→ Hamish Stuart: Average White Band, Solo Career & All-Starr Band
Concert Setlist
- 'Matchbox'
- 'It Don't Come Easy'
- 'What Goes On'
- 'Free Ride' (Edgar Winter)
- 'Rosanna' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Pick Up The Pieces' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'Down Under' (Colin Hay)
- 'Boys'
- 'I'm The Greatest'
- 'Yellow Submarine'
- 'Cut The Cake' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'Frankenstein' (Edgar Winter)
- 'Octopus's Garden'
- 'Back Off Boogaloo'
- 'Overkill' (Colin Hay)
- 'Africa' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Work To Do' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'I Wanna Be Your Man'
- 'Johnny B Goode' (Edgar Winter)
- 'Who Can It Be Now?' (Colin Hay)
- 'Hold The Line' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Photograph'
- 'Act Naturally'
- 'With A Little Help From My Friends' (with Howard Jones, Jim Keltner, David Paich, Benmont Tench)
- 'Give Peace A Chance' (with Howard Jones, Jim Keltner, David Paich, Benmont Tench)
2023 All-Starr Band Tour Dates
- 19 May 2023: Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, USA
- 20 May 2023: Celebrity Theatre, Phoenix, USA
- 21 May 2023: Celebrity Theatre, Phoenix, USA
- 23 May 2023: Terrace Theater, Long Beach, USA
- 24 May 2023: Venetian Theatre, Las Vegas, USA
- 26 May 2023: Venetian Theatre, Las Vegas, USA
- 27 May 2023: Venetian Theatre, Las Vegas, USA
- 28 May 2023: Humphreys Concerts By The Bay, San Diego, USA
- 30 May 2023: Findlay Toyota Center, Prescott Valley, USA
- 31 May 2023: Humphreys Concerts By The Bay, San Diego, USA
- 2 June 2023: Cuthbert Amphitheater, Eugene, USA
- 3 June 2023: Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend, USA
- 4 June 2023: Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, Woodinville, USA
- 6 June 2023: Bellco Theatre, Denver, USA
- 7 June 2023: Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, USA
- 9 June 2023: Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, USA
- 10 June 2023: Britt Festival Pavilion, Jacksonville, USA
- 11 June 2023: Masonic Auditorium, San Francisco, USA
- 13 June 2023: Eccles Theater, Salt Lake City, USA
- 15 June 2023: Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, USA
- 16 June 2023: Vina Robles Amphitheatre, Paso Robles, USA
- 17 June 2023: San Jose Civic, San Jose, USA
- 15 September 2023: Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena, Stateline, USA
- 16 September 2023: Fruit Yard Amphitheater, Modesto, USA
- 17 September 2023: Toyota Arena, Ontario, USA
- 19 September 2023: Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, Tucson, USA
- 20 September 2023: Rio Rancho Events Center, Rio Rancho, USA
- 22 September 2023: Uptown Theater, Kansas City, USA
- 23 September 2023: Fox Theatre, St Louis, USA
- 24 September 2023: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, USA
- 26 September 2023: BayCare Sound, Clearwater, USA
- 27 September 2023: Fox Theatre, Atlanta, USA
- 29 September 2023: Murat Theatre, Indianapolis, USA
- 30 September 2023: Miller High Life Theatre, Milwaukee, USA
- 1 October 2023: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Prior Lake, USA
- 3 October 2023: DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids, USA
- 5 October 2023: Chicago Theatre, Chicago, USA
- 6 October 2023: Silver Creek Event Center, New Buffalo, USA
- 7 October 2023: Masonic Temple, Detroit, USA
- 9 October 2023: Charleston Coliseum, Charleston, USA
- 10 October 2023: Mershon Auditorium, Columbus, USA
- 12 October 2023: Simmons Bank Arena, North Little Rock, USA
- 13 October 2023: WinStar World Casino, Thackerville, USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Ringo Starr play the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles in 2023?
Yes — on 15 June 2023, the 20th show of their 43-date 2023 North American tour. Ringo has performed at the Greek Theatre on many occasions, most recently on 8 September 2024.
Who was in the 2023 All-Starr Band?
Ringo Starr, Steve Lukather, Colin Hay, Edgar Winter, Hamish Stuart, Warren Ham, and Gregg Bissonette.
Who joined Ringo on stage at the Greek Theatre in 2023?
Howard Jones, Jim Keltner, David Paich, and Benmont Tench joined the band for 'With A Little Help From My Friends' and 'Give Peace A Chance'.
Who is Hamish Stuart?
Hamish Stuart was the bassist and vocalist of the Average White Band, known for 'Pick Up the Pieces' (1974) and 'Cut the Cake' (1975). He previously played with Paul McCartney on the 1989–1993 world tours and is a recurring All-Starr Band member.
Who is Jim Keltner?
Jim Keltner is one of the most celebrated session drummers in rock history, known for playing on John Lennon's Imagine (1971) and George Harrison's All Things Must Pass (1970), among many other landmark recordings.
How many times has Ringo Starr played the Greek Theatre?
Ringo Starr has performed at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on many occasions: 3 and 4 September 1989, 11 and 12 August 1992, 18 and 19 August 1995, 2 August 2008, 7 August 2010, 21 July 2012, 19 July 2014, 2 July 2016, 29 September 2018, 1 September 2019, 15 June 2023, and 8 September 2024.
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→ Colin Hay: Men at Work, Solo Career & All-Starr Band
→ Hamish Stuart: Average White Band, Solo Career & All-Starr Band
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