On April 10, 1970, whenThe Beatles officially called it a day, it was not the end, for Ringo Starr itwas just the beginning. He was no longer Beatle Ringo, but now a solo artistwho would have to establish himself with his own solo music. During the 1970s,Ringo Starr did just that. He became a commercial success and firmlyestablished himself as a force in music. Ringo Starr Solo Career: Got to PayYour Dues explores the work Ringo Starr did to carve out his own name and hisown persona. Through films, music, writing, acting, producing, directing, andeven designing furniture, Starr kept extremely busy during the 1970s. Includedin the book is a detailed account of his label, Ring O’Records. With RingoStarr Solo Career: Got to Pay Your Dues, Aaron Badgley takes a deep look intoStarr’s artistic endeavours from 1970 to 1980. Through exclusive interviewsBadgley tells Ringo Starr’s professional story. His albums, singles and workwith other artists are all detailed. The films he produced, directed and appearedin are documented. A discography of Ringo Starr’s solo albums and singles andhis Ring O’Records label are included plus exclusive, never before seen photos,illustrate this incredible career during the 1970s. A career that continues tothis day, with his incredibly successful All-Starr tours and his recent musiccontinuing to top the charts. Ringo Starr Solo Career: Got to Pay Your Dues isa book that Ringo Starr fans, old and new will want to read. For those wholived through this decade, it will bring back memories, for newer fans, itgives a glimpse into just how creative and successful Starr was for those tenyears and how his career took off for the next four decades.